Associate, FHB (Food, Health, and Beauty)

Job Title: Associate, FHB (Food, Health, and Beauty) Location: Burbank, CA 91505 Pay Rate: $30.00 – $31.00/hr Work Type: Hybrid (3 days onsite per week) Duration: 3 Months (Possibility for extension or conversion) Estimated Start Date: May 26, 2026What We Do / Project SummaryThis Associate provides critical support to the Food, Health, and Beauty (FHB) team in the management of category initiatives, revenue planning, and execution. You will assist with quarterly forecasting, conduct "white space" analysis to find market gaps, research potential partners, and brainstorm new business opportunities within a nimble, collaborative, and high-profile entertainment environment.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Support: Support the preparation of quarterly forecasts, accruals, and annual budgets. Generate forecast templates, manage initial licensee outreach, and assist in data collection and analysis.Contract Management: Collaborate with Legal and Licensees to create, submit, and track merchandise contracts. Initiate non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), import authorizations, and customs letters.Product Tracking: Monitor product sell-in, official launches, and overall market performance.Marketing & Social Media: Facilitate the process for products to be featured on WBD social media channels. Work with Product Development and Publicity to kick off collaborations through to launch.New Business Development: Assist in conducting white space analysis and researching potential partners to help manage and grow subcategories.Operations & Logistics: Maintain sample inventory and manage internal requests. Organize shared team tools and files (Sharepoint, Airtable, Box).Communication: Develop timely category updates for internal and external audiences and coordinate the preparation of presentation materials.Qualifications & RequirementsExperience: 0–1 years of experience in a professional environment.Must-Have Skills:Organization: Well-organized with proven planning and follow-through skills.Strategic Execution: Ability to take direction and assist the team in executing operational plans.Mindset: Curious, self-starter, optimistic, and dependable.Nice-to-Have Skills:Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.2+ years of experience in the Licensing industry, or working with a licensor, vendor, or retailer.Technical Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Familiarity with Airtable or Sharepoint is a plus.Soft SkillsExceptional time management and the ability to multi-task with high attention to detail.Proven ability to communicate tactfully cross-functionally across all levels.Flexibility and adaptability in a team environment with changing priorities.Basic understanding of financial forecasts and budgets.Team Culture & EnvironmentYou will join a driven group of professionals who maintain a relaxed yet productive atmosphere. The team values initiative and solution-orientation and offers consistent training and positive reinforcement through weekly 1:1s and team meetings.Interview ProcessRound 1: Video Conference with the Hiring Manager (Sr. Director).Round 2: Video Conference with the Team Manager.Benefits (employee contribution): Health insurance Health savings account Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible spending accounts Life insurance Retirement plan All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.