Licensing Coordinator - PD

Mattel (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mattel Development & Tooling Sdn Bhd in Penang is seeking a Licensing & Brand Coordination professional to coordinate and track licensed product approvals across the development lifecycle. You will manage trackers, route submissions to licensors, monitor milestones, and communicate feedback to global teams.

The role requires 1–3 years of related experience, strong English communication, and proficiency with MS Office and document management systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Design, Communications, Supply Chain or related field.
• 1–3 years of licensing, brand management, product development, project coordination, or related experience.
• Strong English communication skills and ability to work with global teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track licensed product approvals throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Manage approval trackers, status reports, and project documentation.
• Route product submissions between internal teams and licensors in a timely manner.
• Monitor project milestones and elevate risks, delays, or approval issues.
• Communicate licensor feedback and support teams in resolving approval comments.
• Act as a liaison between licensors and cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Design, Marketing, and Manufacturing.
• Facilitate requests for style guides, reference materials, images, and other licensor assets.
• Review trademarks, legal text, and branding requirements for accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze approval data and prepare reports to support business decisions and process improvements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through automation, reporting, and workflow enhancements.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive licensor information and upcoming product launches.

Skills

Strong English communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Design, Communications, Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Document management systems

Job description

Mattel Development & Tooling Sdn Bhd is a one stop center providing service capabilities in Product Development, Digital Model Making, Digital Mold Design and Manufacturing Injection & Die-Cast Molds for MMSB, MIDC and MBKlocated in Perai, Penang.

Job Description

• Coordinate and track licensed product approvals throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Manage approval trackers, status reports, and project documentation.
• Route product submissions between internal teams and licensors in a timely manner.
• Monitor project milestones and elevate risks, delays, or approval issues.
• Communicate licensor feedback and support teams in resolving approval comments.
• Act as a liaison between licensors and cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Design, Marketing, and Manufacturing.
• Facilitate requests for style guides, reference materials, images, and other licensor assets.
• Review trademarks, legal text, and branding requirements for accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze approval data and prepare reports to support business decisions and process improvements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through automation, reporting, and workflow enhancements.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive licensor information and upcoming product launches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Design, Communications, Supply Chain or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in licensing, brand management, product development, project coordination, or a related area.

Additional Information

• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and document management systems.
• Ability to work effectively with global teams and external partners. Good attention to detail and organizational skills.

Mattel, Inc. is the worldwide leader in design, manufacture and marketing of toys and family products. Leading the toy and game market, the Mattel family comprises such best-selling brands such as Barbie, Hotwheels, Matchbox and etc. With worldwide headquarters in El Segundo, California, Mattel employs more than 27,000 people in 36 countries and sells products in more than 150 nations throughout the world.

Come and be part of the Mattel Team.

Mattel, Inc. is the worldwide leader in design, manufacture and marketing of toys and family products. Leading the toy and game market, the Mattel family comprises such best-selling brands such as Barbie, Hotwheels, Matchbox and etc. With worldwide headquarters in El Segundo, California, Mattel employs more than 27,000 people in 36 countries and sells products in more than 150 nations throughout the world.