Job Description

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER.\xc3\x82 It\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s our heritage and it\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s also our future. Because we don\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x94when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Team:

The North America Consumer Products team delivers strategic category plans and drives licensing partnerships across Mattel\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s portfolio of brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, Thomas & Friends and UNO. We engage consumers by extending our iconic brands & franchises through consumer products.

The Opportunity:\xc3\x82

Mattel is seeking a motivated Associate Manager, Consumer Products to join our Consumer Products organization based in El Segundo, CA at our corporate headquarters. The Associate Manager, Consumer Products will support the growth of the Softlines business through new initiatives and strategic focus areas.

What Your Impact Will Be:\xc3\x82

• Leads the development and implementation of marketing and other programs to enable licensing businesses to meet/exceed objectives.
• Assists in the negotiation of complex contracts and monitors contractual obligations; may also negotiate new contracts.
• Conducts financial and market analysis of product categories to make recommendations on partnership and product development strategies.
• Organizes the product development process; maintains schedules & timelines for product design & development.
• Identifies and evaluates new business and product opportunities through research and analysis of trends and market opportunities; maintains communications with key partners to understand performance/trends, business opportunities and issues.
• Collaborates with brand integrity team to resolve distribution, product development and product performance issues and assists licensees to achieve financial goals; acts as liaison between outside partners and internal departments.
• Supporting Softlines team in various activities including marketing, PR, retail development, event management, and buyer relationships
• May be responsible for Softlines licensee and category management (Accessories, footwear, and baby)

What We\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99re Looking For:\xc3\x82

Functional Knowledge

• General understanding of licensing processes and procedures as well as laws and regulations.
• General knowledge of licensing and fashion industry.
• General knowledge of Mattel brands and strategies.
• General understanding of the organizational structure and business objectives of licensees and other key business partners.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Effective analytical and research skills and ability to identify trends.
• General planning skills
• Developing presentation skills in both virtual and in-person settings.
• Ability to foster relationships in a highly matrixed organization.

Demonstrated Leadership Behaviors

• Communicates with impact

• Set bold goals that challenge boundaries.
• Be accountable for results and decisions within and beyond your team.
• Act decisively and with a sense of urgency.
• Focus on solutions and finding a way forward.
• Root decisions in data and insights.
• Be transparent and freely share ideas and information.
• Growth mindset.

The annual base salary range for this position is between $85,600 and $129,000.
**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidate\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s work location, skills and experience.

Don\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99t meet every single requirement?\xc3\x82 At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99re excited about this role but your past experience doesn\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

What It\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s Like to Work Here:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate:\xc3\x82 Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate:\xc3\x82 At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute:\xc3\x82 We are a performance driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best in class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Our Approach to Hybrid Work

We embrace a hybrid work model to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where everyone can deliver on our shared purpose and realize their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with tech-enabled hybrid\xc3\x82 work, our focus is to provide flexibility while enabling collaboration for moments that matter.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO and MEGA, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming, music and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the world\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel is recognized for the second year in a row as a Great Place to Work\xc3\xa2\xc2\x84\xc2\xa2 and as one of Fast Company\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.

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Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers including minorities, females, veterans, military spouses, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

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