BSN SPORTS, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE RECOGNIZED LEADER IN TEAM ATHLETIC GEAR

For over 50 years, BSN SPORTS has been the largest team sporting goods equipment and apparel distributor of choice in the United States. Our 3,000 BSN SPORTS employees strive to support the Heart of the Game by putting valuable time back into the day of coaches and administrators through excellent service platforms. Our company mission is simple: Save coaches and administrators time with everything they do off the field so they have more time to impact young lives on it.

WORK TYPE: Remote

LOCATION: United States

COMPENSATION: $23.50-25/hour

The pay will vary based on criteria such as education, experience and qualifications of the applicant, location, internal equity, and alignment with the market.

TRAVEL: Minimal; overnight travel is not expected.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

BSN SPORTS is seeking a Licensing Specialist to support our growing operations and play a central role in the success of our Sales and Collegiate Select teams. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment and enjoys being a key resource for internal partners. The role requires strong attention to detail, consistent follow through and the ability to deliver accurate, timely results within a CRM-driven workflow.

Reporting to the Licensing Manager, this position directly supports our broader growth strategy and contributes to the quality and integrity of our licensed product pipeline.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Serve as a primary point of contact for sales professionals and internal teams seeking guidance on licensing requirements, artwork approvals and regulatory standards.
• Manage and resolve daily licensing intake requests with accuracy and urgency.
• Navigate requests that require multiple touchpoints and ensure a smooth, complete resolution.
• Meet defined performance metrics, including response times, submission timelines and resolution efficiency.
• Partner with fellow Licensing Specialists to share best practices and strengthen a culture focused on continuous improvement and service excellence.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and contribute to initiatives that enhance overall business performance.
• Support the Licensing Manager by assisting in the development of training materials for sales teams and internal stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Customer-focused mindset with a demonstrated ability to build strong internal relationships.
• High accountability and follow through; consistently meets commitments.
• Collaborative approach and comfort working cross functionally across the organization.
• Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal.
• Sound judgment and the ability to make timely, practical decisions.
• Action-oriented and energized by new challenges.

Education/Experience

• Minimum four years of progressive experience in a related role.
• Experience supporting or working closely with sales teams preferred.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple workflows with strong attention to detail.
• Proven communication skills and comfort interacting with customers or internal partners.
• Familiarity with collegiate licensing standards a plus.
• Experience in a collegiate campus environment a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands that are described as required are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• ​This role operates in a professional office setting. The position requires regular sitting, use of hands, reaching and communication. Occasional standing, walking, driving or light physical activity may be required. Noise levels are typically quiet. Extended hours may be required during peak periods.

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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.

JOIN THE BEST TEAM IN SPORT & SPIRIT

At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions – BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit – and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.

OUR VALUES

Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.

Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.

Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.

Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.

Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.

Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.

OUR BENEFITS

We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:

• Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
• HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
• Wellbeing Program
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
• Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Varsity Brands Ownership Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
• Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!

Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.