American Eagle Outfitters Inc.
Senior Coordinator – Licensing at American Eagle Outfitters Inc.
Pay Range American Eagle Outfitters Inc. provided pay range: $55,000.00/yr - $71,500.00/yr.
Job Description Position Title: Senior Coordinator – Licensing Reports To: VP – Licensing Position Summary: This role specializes in the Licensing business, inclusive of Apparel and Accessories, across both genders and the AEO and aerie brands. Position is responsible for maintaining existing licensor and licensee relationships and recommending licensing opportunities to generate revenue streams across multiple categories and brands. This position also oversees the licensed graphics approval process, supervising the individual hired to handle the day-to-day tasks required to meet contractual approval obligations.
Responsibilities
Support growth in licensing business across the organization through relationship-building, strategy and execution.
Build strong relationships with existing licensors and licensees to open doors for AEO.
Build in-person connections regularly with AEO stakeholders.
Educate and influence teams on potential licensing opportunities through bi-annual trend share-outs for Design and Merchandising.
Send seasonal concept share-outs for AE and Aerie to key licensors to help bring licensed ideas into seasonal brand storytelling.
Use data to shed light on white space in AEO licensing assortments as well as licensing process opportunities.
Participate in brand milestone meetings and follow-ups, staying close to business needs and prioritizing work for licensing coordinators to meet production deadlines.
Train, oversee, and develop licensing coordinators that own the day-to-day approvals process to ensure all licensed products meet the approval process as mandated by contracts.
Set culture of excellence and proactivity within Licensing team.
Proactively identify opportunities for process streamlining and partner with cross-functional team to develop and roll out process changes across the organization.
Own royalty forecasting and reporting, working closely with Finance department to ensure proper and on time royalty payments.
Partner with Legal team to ensure contracts are written, updated, and executed to support AEO Licensing business needs and with favorable commercial terms for AEO.
Participate in collaboration product development process as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration/Development, or related field.
3+ years of experience in retail and business development.
Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with team members across brands and lines of businesses; relationships within licensing industry a plus.
Analytical with a high degree of proficiency in Google Office suite.
Forward thinking and innovative with a track record of identify better ways of working.
Love of graphics and pop culture and understanding of ‘fan mentality.’
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Ability to solve problems and work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
Team management experience a plus.
Must be based in NYC metro area.
Pay/Benefits Information
Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click here.
AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.
About Us American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE: AEO) is a portfolio of unique, loved and enduring brands with merchandise assortments that consist of high-quality, on-trend apparel, intimates, activewear, accessories, and personal care products. AEO operates stores in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Hong Kong, and ships to approximately 80 countries worldwide through its websites. American Eagle and Aerie merchandise also is available at more than 300 international locations operated by licensees in approximately 30 countries.
AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.
Applications will be accepted until the Apply Before date (if applicable), but may be extended based on applicant volume.
Job Info Job Identification 20986 Job Category: Merchandising Posting Date: 2025-12-23T19:35:28+00:00 Job Schedule: Full time Locations: New York, NY, United States
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Pay Range American Eagle Outfitters Inc. provided pay range: $55,000.00/yr - $71,500.00/yr.
Job Description Position Title: Senior Coordinator – Licensing Reports To: VP – Licensing Position Summary: This role specializes in the Licensing business, inclusive of Apparel and Accessories, across both genders and the AEO and aerie brands. Position is responsible for maintaining existing licensor and licensee relationships and recommending licensing opportunities to generate revenue streams across multiple categories and brands. This position also oversees the licensed graphics approval process, supervising the individual hired to handle the day-to-day tasks required to meet contractual approval obligations.
Responsibilities
Support growth in licensing business across the organization through relationship-building, strategy and execution.
Build strong relationships with existing licensors and licensees to open doors for AEO.
Build in-person connections regularly with AEO stakeholders.
Educate and influence teams on potential licensing opportunities through bi-annual trend share-outs for Design and Merchandising.
Send seasonal concept share-outs for AE and Aerie to key licensors to help bring licensed ideas into seasonal brand storytelling.
Use data to shed light on white space in AEO licensing assortments as well as licensing process opportunities.
Participate in brand milestone meetings and follow-ups, staying close to business needs and prioritizing work for licensing coordinators to meet production deadlines.
Train, oversee, and develop licensing coordinators that own the day-to-day approvals process to ensure all licensed products meet the approval process as mandated by contracts.
Set culture of excellence and proactivity within Licensing team.
Proactively identify opportunities for process streamlining and partner with cross-functional team to develop and roll out process changes across the organization.
Own royalty forecasting and reporting, working closely with Finance department to ensure proper and on time royalty payments.
Partner with Legal team to ensure contracts are written, updated, and executed to support AEO Licensing business needs and with favorable commercial terms for AEO.
Participate in collaboration product development process as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration/Development, or related field.
3+ years of experience in retail and business development.
Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with team members across brands and lines of businesses; relationships within licensing industry a plus.
Analytical with a high degree of proficiency in Google Office suite.
Forward thinking and innovative with a track record of identify better ways of working.
Love of graphics and pop culture and understanding of ‘fan mentality.’
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Ability to solve problems and work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
Team management experience a plus.
Must be based in NYC metro area.
Pay/Benefits Information
Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click here.
AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.
About Us American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE: AEO) is a portfolio of unique, loved and enduring brands with merchandise assortments that consist of high-quality, on-trend apparel, intimates, activewear, accessories, and personal care products. AEO operates stores in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Hong Kong, and ships to approximately 80 countries worldwide through its websites. American Eagle and Aerie merchandise also is available at more than 300 international locations operated by licensees in approximately 30 countries.
AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.
Applications will be accepted until the Apply Before date (if applicable), but may be extended based on applicant volume.
Job Info Job Identification 20986 Job Category: Merchandising Posting Date: 2025-12-23T19:35:28+00:00 Job Schedule: Full time Locations: New York, NY, United States
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