Sr. Manager, Retail Development

About the role

The Sr. Manager, Retail Development, Global Products & Experiences is responsible for executing retail strategies that drive sell-in of licensed merchandise across key retail partners. This role manages day-to-day relationships with retailers and licensees, ensures robust in-store execution, and supports the growth of the brands through compelling consumer product offerings.

Must be based in Bentonville, AR.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with retail partners, especially Walmart
• Work with licensees to boost sales of licensed products
• Focus on important categories such as Toys, Sporting Goods, Home, Accessories, Food & Beverage, and Essentials & Beauty
• Execute retail strategies across category responsibilities
• Monitor retail performance and identify opportunities to increase sales and distribution
• Partner with licensing category teams to support product launches and retail activations in partnership with licensees
• Ensure brand consistency and compliance across all licensed products and retail placements
• Conduct store visits and retail audits to ensure merchandising standards are met and identify new opportunities
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitive activity
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, category, franchise) to support campaigns

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 8+ years of experience in retail, licensing, consumer products, or business development
• Robust written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously with solid organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-up
• Deep knowledge of retail environments and merchandising strategies
• Exemplary relationship management and communication skills
• Analytical mindset with experience using sales data to drive decisions

Qualifications

• Experience working with licensed brands or retail partnerships preferred
• Working knowledge of entertainment, categories, and/or retail industry a plus

Benefits

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages (details)
• Generous paid time off
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace

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