Associate Product Manager (Licensing)

About RMS

RMS International (USA) is a fast-growing toy and consumer products company headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts. For over 40 years, RMS has developed innovative, trend-driven toys, arts & crafts, novelty, outdoor, and licensed products sold through major retailers including Walmart, Target, Five Below, Dollar Tree, Dollar General, and more.

At RMS, we thrive at the intersection of creativity, speed-to-market, pop culture, and product innovation. We are passionate about identifying the next big trend and creating exciting products that consumers love.

If you are obsessed with toys, trends, entertainment, licensing, and consumer products — this is where you belong.

Position Overview

RMS USA is seeking a highly organized, trend-aware, and motivated Associate Product Manager (Licensing) to support our growing inbound licensing business across multiple product categories and retail channels.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about toys, pop culture, entertainment, and consumer products who is eager to grow within the licensing and product development space. The Associate Product Manager (Licensing) will support licensed product development, approvals, line planning, trend research, and day-to-day coordination across licensors and internal teams.

This individual will work closely with Licensing, Sales, Creative, Product Development, Purchasing, and Operations teams to help bring licensed products from concept through retail execution.

The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, highly collaborative, and excited by the fast-paced nature of the toy and licensing industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Support licensed brand portfolios across multiple product categories and retail channels
• Assist with licensed product development from concept through retail execution
• Coordinate product approvals, timelines, and communication between licensors and internal teams
• Support day-to-day relationships with licensors and external partners
• Maintain organized tracking of approvals, product development updates, timelines, and key deliverables
• Research emerging trends, entertainment properties, retail activity, and consumer behavior to identify product opportunities
• Assist with line planning, assortment reviews, presentations, and product strategy initiatives
• Support cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Creative, Product Development, Purchasing, and Operations teams
• Help ensure licensed products align with brand standards, consumer expectations, retailer needs, and RMS quality standards
• Participate in trend shopping, competitive analysis, trade shows, and market research initiatives
• Assist with retail presentations, promotional programs, and key customer moments
• Track and organize product samples, development updates, and licensor feedback
• Help identify and escalate potential challenges related to approvals, timelines, and product execution
• Support reporting, presentation preparation, and category analysis as needed
• Contribute creative ideas and trend insights to support product innovation and category growth

Qualifications & Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in consumer products, licensing, product development, merchandising, category management, or related fields preferred
• Must have a passion for toys, entertainment brands, collectibles, gaming, social trends, and product innovation
• Toy, hardlines, entertainment, or licensed consumer products experience preferred
• Strong interest in licensing, retail trends, pop culture, and consumer products
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication, organization, and relationship-management skills
• Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and timelines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Fashion Merchandising or a related field preferred

What We Offer

• Opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing companies in the toy industry
• Collaborative, energetic, and creative work environment
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Bonus opportunities tied to individual and company performance

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule: 8-hour shift

Work Location: In person — North Andover, MA