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Brand Partnerships & Collections Manager

Brand Partnerships & Collections Manager

Chicago StaffingChicago, IL, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Brand Partnerships & Collections Manager

We are seeking a visionary Brand Partnerships & Collections Manager to position Motorola at the forefront of culture, fashion, and lifestyle. This role will drive iconic collaborations and product collections that elevate brand aspiration, fuel consumer engagement, and deliver measurable business impact. Success will be defined by :

  • Launching breakthrough partnerships that expand Motorola's relevance beyond tech.
  • Delivering collections with strong consumer resonance, expressed through design, narrative, and cultural alignment.
  • Driving brand lift, engagement, and sales growth tied directly to partnerships and collections.
  • Building a repeatable partnership model that proves ROI and strengthens Motorola's premium positioning over time.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Strategic Partnerships Identify, build, and manage high-value collaborations across fashion, lifestyle, and cultural sectors aligned with Motorola's brand and product strategy.
  • Negotiations & Alignment Lead contract negotiations with a focus on brand equity, product competitiveness, and financial outcomes.
  • Collection Narrative & Storytelling Define themes, target audiences, and creative direction for key product collections, ensuring cultural relevance and design excellence.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership Serve as the central connector across Product, Design, Marketing, Legal, Finance, and regional / global Sales teams to ensure flawless execution.
  • Unified Brand Messaging Ensure consistent brand storytelling across all touchpointsproduct, campaign, retail, and after-sales.
  • Performance & ROI Establish and track KPIs (brand lift, engagement rates, customer acquisition, sales revenue, market share) and use insights to continuously refine strategy.

    • Basic Qualifications :

  • 8+ years of experience in brand partnerships, business development, product marketing, or brand management, ideally within tech, consumer electronics, fashion / luxury, or lifestyle.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Proven success in negotiating and delivering high-impact partnerships from inception to launch.
  • Strong experience shaping product collections, partnerships, or alliances that merge culture, commerce, and design.
  • Exceptional storytelling and strategy skills with a track record of creating compelling narratives and presentations.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to translate insights into clear business outcomes.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills with a global perspective.
  • MBA preferred.

    • The base salary budgeted range for this position is $140k - 180K. Individuals may also be considered for bonus and / or commission. Lenovo's various benefits can be found on www.lenovobenefits.com. In compliance with Colorado's EPEWA, the expected application deadline for this position is December 27, 2025. This applies to both external and internal candidates. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.

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