VP, Consumer Products, North America

BBC Studios

Bold. British. Creative: that’s BBC Studios. Combining the strengths of the UK’s most-awarded productioncompany with a world-class distributor, we fund, create, distribute and commercialize world-class content forthe BBC and other UK and international companies. Our aim is to inspire audiences around the globe withquality content that informs, educates and entertains and to strengthen the BBC, our partners and widerindustry both creatively and financially. We seek to be the best British content company in the world; a first-choice partner and employer, where everyone can flourish and do their best work.

Job Purpose

BBC Studios is seeking a Vice President, Consumer Products & Licensing, Head of North America to lead the US CP&L team in growing the ancillary footprint for major BBC brands including, Bluey, Doctor Who, BBC Earth and more. Develop a strategic plan that meets the long term objectives of each of the priority brands while pursuing opportunistic IP to build out a robust portfolio of businesses. Maintain a high-performance culture while putting people first to ensure BBC continues to be a first-choice place to work.

• Oversee and set the strategic commercial plan for franchise growth across the US and Canada.
• Align with global to set CP&L priorities and develop category specific strategies to maximize opportunity while promoting IP health and longevity.
• Build and manage a team of category experts to develop a portfolio of best-in-class licensing partners and retail partners to strategically develop long-term franchises.
• Develop and execute retail marketing initiatives, driving the successful sales of programs in store and online.
• Represent the needs of NA CP&L to internal stakeholders which include, Brands, Creative, Digital, Marketing, PR and Compliance to garner support and resources necessary to meet commercial goals.
• Ensure operational excellence by developing and evolving a licensing infrastructure which optimizes resources, creates efficiencies, and scales opportunities.
• Foster a first-choice place to work culture, that puts people first through development, feedback, and a balanced work environment to promote a high performance culture.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Accountable for:

• Meeting annual revenue goals
• Building cross-regional synergies, optimizing brand value and global returns
• Embracing corporate priorities and supporting cross-functional business goals.
• Understanding, embodying and representing BBC values including ethical policy, sustainability, editorial policies, and diversity.
• Fostering a people-first culture that’s inclusive and equitable.

Responsibility

• Support licensing and retail sales leads by defining business objectives and supporting licensee acquisitions and retail sales as necessary.
• Connect brand and marketing to retail to build campaigns to drive clean sell-thru of product programs in store.
• Prioritize the health and wellness of BBC Studios franchises while upholding the reputation and the core values of the BBC
• Maintain a productive team by establishing clear roles and responsibilities striving to achieve annual business goals while maintaining a people-first culture.
• Support leadership in corporate priorities and business objectives.

Knowledge, Skills, Training & Experience

Professional Experience:

• 10-15 years experience in consumer products, licensing, retail with particular expertise in the toy category and retail marketing.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree

Competencies:

• Strong communication & presentation skills
• Presents as an influential, passionate leader
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen
• Developed network
• Creative and innovative

Personal Attributes:

• Energetic, enthusiastic sales-minded
• Entrepreneurial spirit and proactive by nature
• Patient and inquisitive
• Confident, collaborative and creative thinker
• Strong presentation skills and overall communicator
• High emotional intelligence, empathetic

Compensation

The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $225k to $240k. This range does not include bonus compensation or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and geographic location of the position.

This range is not inclusive of a competitive bonus, flexible, hybrid working schedule & benefits including but not limited to: 100% BBCS covered medical & dental insurance, vision, & 401k match.

Benefits and Perks

• 100% Employer-Paid Medical and Dental Insurance (PPO plans)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible, Hybrid Working Arrangements
• Work/life balance
• Free Retirement Consulting to All Employees
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Gym Reimbursement
• Bagel Mondays, Thirsty Thursdays, and more!

About the BBC

We don’t focus simply on what we do – we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us.

Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential.

We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of the BBC – whether that’s to contribute to our programming or our wide range of non-production roles. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences in all their diversity.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.