Director, Project Management

Summary:  Fanatics Collectibles is seeking a Director of Project Management to oversee and help scale our project management infrastructure across the North American Sports and Entertainment (NASE) vertical. This role will be based in our Coppell, Texas office.

This Director will be responsible for orchestrating the successful end-to-end execution of a complex portfolio of licensed products, driving operational discipline, and cultivating cross-functional alignment in an end-to-end product development cycle.

We are looking for a strong leader with a problem-solving mindset, a disciplined execution-first approach, who thrive in complex settings with multiple stakeholders, and who have a relentless ability to drive alignment and “run through walls” to get things done. A passion for sports and the sport collectibles and merchandise ecosystem is a very welcome plus.

Key responsibilities

• Guide a Project Management team: Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, and Associate Project Managers. Define career ladders, implement talent calibration practices, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Cross-Functional Alignment: Serve as the primary escalation point for pre-production, manufacturing, and delivery bottlenecks. Lead cross-functional teams to drive solutions, recalibrate dependencies, and align stakeholders.
• Operational Optimization: Standardize project management processes, tools, and communication frameworks to elevate efficiency, speed-to-market, and data-driven decision-making.
• Risk Mitigation & Governance: Proactively assess and de-risk projects through early identification of issues, mitigation planning, and structured communication to senior leadership.

Requirements

• Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in project/program management roles, preferably in licensed consumer products, CPG, or entertainment merchandise.
• Proven experience managing direct reports and scaling high-output teams in a high-velocity environment.
• Mastery in operational strategy, roadmap development, and program execution across matrixed organizations.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and executive presence. Ability to navigate complex interpersonal dynamics and build trust at all levels.
• High analytical aptitude, with proficiency in project tracking systems, forecasting tools, and data visualization platforms.
• Demonstrated “run through walls” mentality and commitment to flawless execution under tight timelines.
   

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Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, 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. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally. 

Fanatics Collectibles is a leading licensor, producer, designer, and seller of physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets for entertainment and sports properties globally, as well as a manufacturer of physical and digital trading cards. It has secured exclusive licensing arrangements with major national professional sports leagues, including the MLB, NFL and the NBA, and related players associations, to produce physical and digital trading cards and other collectibles. 

Fanatics Collectibles also has partnerships with a number of individual international sports teams and leagues, as well as owners of other entertainment properties granting similar exclusive rights. Fanatics Collectibles recently announced Fanatics Live, expected to launch later in 2023, which will focus on transforming the digital shopping experience through personality-driven content and entertainment.