Company OverviewFanatics isbuilding a leadingglobal digital sports platform. The company ignites the passions of global sports fans and maximizes the presence and reach for hundreds of sports partners globally by offering innovative products and services across Fanatics Commerce, FanaticsCollectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect and Bet.Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform.Fanaticshas an established database of over100 millionglobal sports fans, a global partner network with over 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, teams, players associations, athletes,celebrities, colleges, and college conferences, and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail business stores.As a market leader with more than 18,000 employees, and hundreds of partners, suppliers, and vendors worldwide, we take responsibility for driving toward more ethical and sustainable practices. We are committed to building an inclusive Fanatics community, reflecting and representing society at every level of the business, including our employees, vendors, partners and fans. Fanatics is also dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities where we all live, work, and play through strategic philanthropic initiatives.Fanatics Collectibles is a company working at the intersection of collectibles and technology. We are backed by some of the best investors, sports & entertainment properties and operators in the world. Fanatics Collectibles is integrating with Fanatics' global digital sports platform – which includes 900 sports relationships and >81 million reachable fans – to reimagine the collectibles business for the 21st century.The VP/Head of LATAM is the regional leader, reporting directly to the GM of International. They will be expected to oversee and improve the overall operation of the business in the LATAM region including product development, marketing, sales, communication, production and logistics. This leader will develop a holistic strategy and work hand-in-hand with the international leadership team to grow the Trading Card category in the LATAM region.ResponsibilitiesTake the lead across all aspects of the LATAM business by reviewing how departments work together to reach company goals and by coming up with fresh ideas that will set the company apart from competitorsDetermine the direction of the LATAM business by working with upper management and leading team members to create and implement strategies and goalsManage and grow relationships with existing and potential partners at regional and global sports leaguesBuild a positive and productive culture in the workplace by listening to employee opinions, making adjustments, and recognising the team's accomplishmentsCommunicate a vision for the company and take steps to make it a realityExpand direct business into new countries within the LATAM region, and grow the trading card category across all existing and new IP locally.Keep up with current trends in the industry and modern business practicesPerform other decisions as necessary, such as reviewing reports, making presentations to the board of directors, and examining how the company can cut expenses and increase revenueAct as a strategic advisor and consultant offering expert advice on contracts, negotiations or business deals that the LATAM business may enter intoCreate, improve, implement and enforce policies and procedures of the organization that will improve operational and financial effectiveness of the LATAM businessConduct company business in line with local legal requirementsRequired Skills and Experience>15 years of work experience with 5-10 years in a senior leadership position in the LATAM regionExtensive proven management experience in a high-growth, fast-paced Collectibles or sports companyExpert understanding of corporate finance and business managementStrong knowledge of financial, technical, and economic conceptsProven success as a senior leader managing departmental teamsFamiliarity with regional regulatory complianceThinks about new and innovative ways to drive growthBuilds highly productive and collaborative working relationships across the business, with a focus on creating a shared, results-focused missionHigh impact and clear communication skills to articulate a coherent strategy and plan which instills confidence and trust.Natural relationship builder, both internally and with customers, partners, and all key stakeholdersComfortable operating in a global company and prepared to travelFluent in Portuguese, Spanish & EnglishEnsure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants.Feel free to ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of communication for interview, and ensure your communication is coming from a Fanatics or Fanatics Brand email address. For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.fanaticsinc.com/careersTryouts are open at Fanatics! Our team is passionate, talented, unified, and charged with creating the fan experience of tomorrow. The ball is in your court now.Fanatics is committed to responsible planning and purchasing (RPP) practices, working with its business partners across its global and multi-layered supply chain, to ensure that planning, sourcing, and purchasing decisions, along with other supporting processes, do not impede or conflict with the fulfillment of Fanatics' fair labor practices.NOTICE TO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS/APPLICANTS: In connection with your application, we collect information that identifies, reasonably relates to or describes you ("Personal Information"). The categories of Personal Information that we collect include your name, government issued identification number(s), email address, mailing address, other contact information, emergency contact information, employment history, educational history, criminal record, and demographic information.We collect and use those categories of Personal Information about you for human resources and other business management purposes, including identifying and evaluating you as a candidate for potential or future employment or other types of positions, recordkeeping in relation to recruiting and hiring, conducting criminal background checks as permitted by law, conducting analytics, and ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and Company policies. For additional information on how we collect and use personal information in connection with your job application, review our Candidate Privacy Policy-CA#J-18808-Ljbffr
