Licensed Coordinator

Are you ready to influence a retailer’s licensing strategy on a mass scale? Do you have the expertise to spot the next big trend, negotiate high-impact deals, and drive commercial success across multiple categories? If so, this is your chance to make a mark.

The Warehouse Group (TWG) has become a Kiwi household name, and we proudly recognise the role that we play in communities throughout New Zealand. We are the largest general merchandise retailer in NZ across The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery & Noel Leeming. We are at an exciting point in our journey where our focus is on becoming brand-centric, aiming to deliver an unparalleled experience for our customers. Agility and collaboration are cornerstones of our work culture, empowering us to adapt swiftly and work seamlessly together. By being brand-led and retail-focused, we are intentional about placing the right people in the right roles, allowing us to perform work that truly makes a difference.

We are seeking a Licensed Coordinator to lead the charge in shaping our licensing direction across apparel, grocery, home, and general merchandise. Licensing is a rapidly growing category for us, and we need someone who can set ambitious targets, spot future trends, drive commercial impact, and navigate complex negotiations to deliver strong business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Forecasting & Financials

  – Provide forecasting support for suppliers, manage royalty reporting, and ensure financial calculations are accurate and impactful.

• Strategic Licensing Selection

  – Identify key licenses with the potential to drive significant commercial success. Engage with licensors, evaluate opportunities, and align the business around high-impact licensing strategies.

• Negotiation & Commercials

  – Participate in contract negotiations with licensors, securing the best possible fees and terms while influencing buying teams across divisions.

• Business-Wide Collaboration

  – Work with buying teams to bring licensing visions to life across multiple categories and channels.

• Critical Path & Trade Calendar Management

  – Oversee sell-off critical paths, ensure seamless execution of licensing events, and maintain a strategic trade calendar across divisions.

• Industry Leadership

  – Attend local and global licence events, to build relationships and identify emerging opportunities.

• Supplier Performance & Alignment

  – Ensure supplier commitments align with business objectives and manage performance reporting.

• Summits & Strategic Engagements

  – Organise annual summits and trade sessions to drive alignment and momentum across teams and suppliers.

• Sharp Commercial Acumen

  – The ability to evaluate licensing opportunities with a critical eye for commercial return.

• Negotiation

  – A proven negotiator who can influence deals at a high level and navigate both favourable and challenging discussions with licensors.

• Trend Spotting & Market Foresight

  – An intuitive understanding of design and emerging trends—knowing what will be in demand 12-18 months ahead.

• Financial Precision

  – Strong analytical skills with an eye for detail in financial calculations and royalty reporting.

• Relationship Building

  – The confidence and ability to network, build, and maintain meaningful industry connections.

• Excel & Reporting Expertise

  – Comfortable working with financial data, reporting tools, and ensuring the accuracy of key figures.

At TWG, we offer a dynamic and supportive team environment where you can thrive alongside like-minded individuals. Enjoy flexible working arrangements, team member discounts, wellbeing support, leave benefits, and more!

Ready to Make an Impact? Join us in making sustainable living easy and affordable for everyone! Don't hesitate—apply now and be part of our journey at TWG.