Licensing Operations Associate

Title: Licensing Operations AssociateDepartment: Wholesale/LicensingReports To: Specialty & Corporate Account ExecLocation: Detroit Metro/HybridLicensing Operations Associate Job DescriptionPosition Overview:As the Licensing Operations Associate, you will play a critical role in supporting Greyson's licensed product business across professional and collegiate channels. This position is responsible for managing licensing agreements, coordinating product approvals, and ensuring compliance with league and partner requirements. Working cross-functionally with Design, Production, and Sales, you will help drive operational execution and maintain strong relationships with key licensing partners. This is a hybrid position, with a minimum of three days per week required on-site at our Downtown Detroit office.Duties & Responsibilities:Maintain and track all licensing agreements, including royalty rates, minimum guarantees, and contract termsPrepare and submit quarterly royalty reports through licensing portals (e.g., MLB, NFL, CLC/Learfield)Monitor sell-off periods and ensure compliance with contractual distribution requirementsManage end-to-end product submissions through licensing platforms, ensuring timely approvalsPartner with Design to ensure all products meet licensing guidelines, including logo usage, branding, and style standardsTrack and manage physical sample submissions and maintain organized records of approved master samplesOversee procurement and distribution of required licensing materials, including holograms and hangtagsPartner with Production to ensure vendor compliance with league-mandated standards and auditsAudit e-commerce and wholesale listings to ensure accurate and compliant representation of licensed productsServe as the day-to-day point of contact for licensing partners, including professional leagues and collegiate organizationsCoordinate special event licensing requests (e.g., postseason, championships, tournaments)Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to support timelines and business prioritiesEducation Requirements:Bachelor's degree in business, merchandising, supply chain, or a related field preferredExperience & Skills Requirements:2-4 years of experience in licensing operations, apparel production, or brand managementExperience working with licensing platforms (e.g., CLC/Learfield, MLB, NFL) strongly preferredStrong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs)Familiarity with ERP systems and licensing/compliance platforms (e.g., BrandComply)Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesDetail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and brand standardsOther:Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment tied to seasonal business cyclesStrong cross-functional collaboration skills and ability to manage external partner relationshipsPassion for product, brand integrity, and operational excellenceBenefits Greyson is proud to offer employees a comprehensive benefits package that include:Unlimited Paid Time OffPaid Sick Leave13 annual paid company holidaysCompetitive employee discount Tax Advantage Accounts (FSA, HSA, FSA Dependent Care, 401(k), and 401(k) Roth)Comprehensive Medical Coverage (medical, dental, vision) with company HSA contributionsCompany Background and the Path Ahead: