Job Description: • 2-minute read •
The LEGO group are recruiting a truly unique role that will form part of our Global Marketing Excellence & Partnerships Leadership Team. We are searching for a spearhead who will be responsible for managing and developing our unique and critical partnership with Merlin.
Your specific tasks include
-Building and managing critical partnerships with our customers, suppliers and partners ensuring mutual value creation is agreed
-Setting the global direction for how the LEGOLAND® venues support our brand as well as enhancing potential business opportunities
-Creating a long term roadmap of our Merlin Partnership, ensuring the growth of LEGOLAND® venue footprint whilst guarding the LEGO® brand
-Lead a team of 8 direct reports, providing regular coaching and personal development
Challenges and opportunities
Any position presents its own set of challenges and this role is no different. We are seeking an individual that has the passion and strong mind-set to manage and develop a critical relationship with Merlin, ensuring our brand is protected. You will be tested in your ability to handle the relationship, constantly evaluating and balancing the joint effort of our mutual success. Merlin Affairs cannot simply instruct but needs to direct and influence through stellar stakeholder management and top class collaboration.
Do you have what it takes?
-Proven track record in managing and leading partners that are critical for strategic business objectives
-Advanced and developed leadership skills with a passion for development and progression of others
-Expert level negotiation skills
-Strong experience setting long term and complex strategies
-A Global profile, which extensive experience of working across regions and time zones
-You will have a background in Sales/Licensing/Negotiating partnership for major premium brands, and single brand sensibility.
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