I am a highly motivated product development/ licensing professional, with diverse business marketing & sales experience and a proven track record for ensuring innovative product is delivered to market on schedule. I have a Great eye for product and detail and the ability to identify market trends as well as translating these trends to relevant product and marketing strategies. my current role for Bensons Trading Company is very diverse however my title is brand/product development manager, im currently responsible for the management of Bensons brand portfolio and the product development process from start to finish, and to coordinate Bensons, marketing, advertising, and off site operations & retail events. I am Creative and forward thinking, and extremely capable in maintaining databases, spread sheets, contracts & all administrative functions as well as exceptional team building and customer relationship management skills. I've been involved in all aspects of Bensons business including, distribution, shipping, retail, product design, marketing, visual merchandising, brand/ product development. Bensons is a fast passed business & through working with Bensons I have the capability to be able to work under extreme pressure to meet stringent timelines/ deadlines. I have a knowledge of a diverse range of products including, toys, novelty items, bags & accessories as well as apparel, confectionary and plush toys to name a few. I Have been involved with many licensing's deals, from the initial deal demos through to the end product on shelf & have a good insight into the Australian market & licensing industry. I have well established relationships with key contacts within the Australian licensing industry as well as the USA. I am well versed in managing both local and overseas supplier and customer communications