Job DescriptionThe Commercial Manager will be responsible for proactively supporting the Commercial Director to drive the regional strategic objectives and budget targets.This includes helping to manage the appointed Consumer Products Agents to deliver business growth in key categories, as well as distributors, licensees and retail partnersKey ResponsibilitiesPartner with the Commercial Director to deliver the commercial and strategic objectives for SEA and India through proactive management of third-party agents.Maintain a day-to-day relationship with external Agent teams, to focusing on growth across key categories and retail accounts aligned to strategic goals to meet budget targets.Unlock the direct relationship with Regional Distributors to drive further regional growth with key master toy partnersWork collaboratively with the internal UPE teams, (Legal, Finance, Category, Retail, Franchise) to ensure clear communication s to Agents and information flow on key deliverables are maintained.Ensure incoming deal memos meet Business and Region Guidelines to deliver business growth aligned to Category strategy.Responsibility to ensure prompt deal memo entry via CRM system and tracking critical path with Team Manager to Fully Executed contract status, complying to Company timelines and procedures.Work with our Retail & Franchise Director and Agent teams to deliver compelling cross-category Retail campaigns to build 365 consumer engagement including liaising on asset requirements and delivery and submission approvalsBe a Brand champion for all retail marketing submissions and approvals.Collaborate with internal stakeholders across multiple divisions: Category, Franchise, Retail, Creative, Parks, Theatrical, T V, Distribution and Digital teams to ensure all information shared with Agents is up-to-date and relevant to deliver on business objectives in appointed markets.Work inter-divisionally to maximise "Symphony" marketing synergies to enhance cross category launches and sell-through at key accounts.Liaise with external stakeholders, Master Toy, Agent Teams, Distributors and Licensees to deliver accurate records and reports on launch collections and retail placement.• Working with the UP&E Creative Team to inspire licensees with new product ideas through innovative use of assets and creative conceptsWorking closely with the UP&E Creative Team to oversee product development life cycle from concept to release into retailDrive additional growth across the region by identifying gaps in categories, and marketsHelp co-ordinate business review presentations to cover key seasonal & consumer moments and maintain retail calendars for Agent marketsHelp with diary management of team schedule, arranging conference calls to fit regular business cadence and commercial deadlines.Maintaining databases, spreadsheets and tracking documents liaising internally and externally where required.Sharing best practice examples with Agent Teams to cover product category and retail.AdministrationStakeholder management, monitoring the status of all activities to provide weekly report updates.Planning retail pitch meetings, travel and accommodation arrangementsManage expenses in timely manner Communication and CultureBe a positive force of change across a wide geography, helping to shape best in class culture to promote creativity, efficiency and partnershipChampion our remit to uphold a culture of diversity and inclusivityEngage across all areas with a positive, collaborative and one-team approach to Agent ManagementQualifications5-10 years + commercial experience; consumer good/ licensing industry experience favourableDemonstrable Business Management experienceProven track record managing a wide variety of commercial partners and stakeholdersAbility to prioritise workload and manage parallel workstreams and multiple workflows, often to tight moving deadlines.Confident communicator with ability to liaise with multiple departments and stakeholders (some at senior level) internally and with external international partnersExcellent administration skills and ability to balance and prioritize work-load across multiple stakeholders.Experience in management and delivery of retail marketing campaignsDemonstrable ability to lead as necessary and manage own projects / retail campaigns from conception to delivery.Highly motivated and results-orientatedSomeone with both an eye for detail and an eye for creativityStrong interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skillsSelf-starter with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a teamProactive, can-do attitude.Solutions focused with high attention to detailIntermediate to advanced knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Knowledge of Keynote and Mac.Work experience across SEA/ India would be highly regardedPERSONAL CHARACTERISTICSA team player, confident to take the lead, as neededStrong work ethic with drive to get the job done at best-in-class levelsWilling to learn and take on board directionA passion for consumer projects/ the entertainment industryConsiderate communication styleWillingness to travelGood at juggling multiple projectsWe are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we'll do everything we can to support you during your application.If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.Additional InformationAs part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability.You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing .