Manager, Retail Development

Sony Group Corporation

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Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
New York, NY
Salary
$85,000–$100,000 / yr
Posted
8 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $191k
This role $92k
$69k most similar roles pay here $237k

This role pays less than 99% of similar roles. Most pay $160,400–$221,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $92k versus about $191k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Sony Group Corporation

Sony Group Corporation is a Tokyo-based multinational conglomerate and a leading global entertainment and technology company.

Sony Group Corporation currently has 15 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $187,500–$207,500 across 12 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Manager, Retail Development

The Manager, Retail Development joins the Peanuts Worldwide team to lead retail development strategy, communication, and relationship management across Specialty, Off-Price, and Craft channels in the U.S. and Canada. This role serves as a brand champion for Charlie Brown and Snoopy, where the individual will architect consumer product strategies, build relationships with key buyers and senior executives, and partner with category managers to develop compelling programs. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting store visits, performing competitive analysis, identifying whitespace product categories, and representing the brand at trade shows. The ideal candidate possesses experience in licensing or retail development for character or entertainment intellectual property. Required skills include exceptional communication and presentation abilities, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically PowerPoint and Excel, to support strategic positioning and data-driven business decisions within the consumer products landscape.

What you'll do

  • Develop and implement consumer product strategies across Specialty, Off-Price, and Craft retail channels to drive growth.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key buyers and senior-level retail executives in target channels.
  • Partner with category managers and licensees to create compelling pitches and deliver effective retailer presentations.
  • Conduct regular store visits and perform competitive analysis to inform strategic positioning.
  • Monitor licensee distribution, promotional activity, and sales results to provide actionable business insights.
  • Identify new product opportunities and whitespace categories through research and retail landscape analysis.
  • Represent the Peanuts brand at industry trade shows, retailer meetings, and professional networking events.

What we're looking for

  • 7+ years of experience in Licensing and/or Retail Development with Character or Entertainment IP.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • Experience managing Specialty key accounts is preferred.
  • Exceptional presentation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically PowerPoint and Excel.
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and collaboration skills as a self-starter.
  • Ability to travel as required for the role.

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