About Gap Inc. Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials. This simple idea—that we all deserve to belong, and on our own terms—is core to who we are as a company and how we make decisions. Our team is made up of thousands of people across the globe who take risks, think big, and do good for our customers, communities, and the planet. Ready to learn fast, create with audacity and lead boldly? Join our team. About the RoleReporting to the Chief Entertainment Officer, the Head of Consumer Products is instrumental in the ideation, leadership, and growth of licensing product for the Gap Inc Portfolio. This role will be responsible for both inbound and outbound licensing, bringing select third-party IP into the brand portfolio, while extending Gap Inc.’s IP/brands through strategic licensees across categories. This role will determine the strategy for prioritizing business development opportunities, manage relationships with current partners, cultivate new partnerships, and ensure the organization is aligned to execute all completed deals. They will also guide all prospecting, strategy, partnership management, and compliance, for licensing for all Gap Inc. Brands.The Head of Consumer Products will be the driving force of creative idea development and execution of partnerships and licensing opportunities across various pillars of industry and culture including film, series, talent, music, sports, gaming, and more. They will play a lead role in launching and growing licensed products for global iconic brands, in partnership with Brand product teams, Marketing, Legal, Finance, Supply Chain and distribution teams, and more.Salary Range: $350,000 - $500,000Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (which is higher) base on city, country and state requirements.What Youll DoResponsible for leading global licensing strategy to drive profitable growth and brand relevance, including geography, category, and channel strategic choices across the Gap Inc. portfolioAccountable for leading the licensing division from end to end, including strategy, operations, contracts, distribution strategy, compliance, and agency management for Gap Inc’s portfolio of brandsOwnership and budget management for licensing; Lead licensing summary & internalcommunications inclusive of partners, royalties, distribution, legal, trademark, renewals, financials, and compliance approvalsCollaborate with brand marketing and product teams to ensure strong brand marketing strategy and licensee alignment.Lead and implement licensing strategies across teams including assessing marketopportunities, approving commercial terms, analyzing relevant territories, leading and executing liquidation strategies and distribution, negotiating margin, and navigating agreements with existing partnershipsOversee development and execution of strategic partnerships and licensing for Brands with various companies; working with an entertainment agency to help support and complement efforts
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Head of Consumer Products