Sr Manager, Apparel, Accessories & Footwear Licensing

Mattel, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mattel, Inc. in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Retail Development Senior Associate to join the Consumer Products Retail Development team. You will support ecommerce, including Amazon, with a fast-paced, data-driven approach to growth.

You will develop marketing calendars, manage product listings, and work with creative and cross-functional teams to drive revenue and optimize performance. Strong presentation and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree; MBA preferred and 3+ years of equivalent experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication.
• Proficient with Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and implementation of Merch on Demand/Print on Demand programs.
• Create strategic marketing calendar across brands leveraging franchise moments.
• Manage listings across brands, including uploads and troubleshooting PDP elements.
• Partner with CP creative team for graphics and briefs.
• Report financial and retail analysis to identify opportunities and optimize performance.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to kick off and track projects.
• Contribute to growth initiatives within ecommerce retailers.

Skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Organization

Planning & analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Fast-paced work style

Ambition & business acumen

Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

BA/BS, MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Opportunity

We are looking for a Retail Development Senior Associate to join our Consumer Products Retail Development team at our global HQ in El Segundo, California. This role reports to the Manager, Retail Development and will support the Ecommerce team, including Amazon. We are a fast‑paced, fact‑based, creative team and we are looking for someone who thrives in this type of environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of Merch on Demand/Print on Demand programs
• Develop a strategic marketing calendar across all brands leveraging key franchise moments and content tentpoles
• Create, execute and maintain listings across all brands, including uploading creative, PDP elements and troubleshooting issues
• Partner with the CP creative team for graphic needs and creative brief submissions
• Report and leverage financial and retail analysis to identify opportunities, inform ongoing strategy and optimize performance
• Build and maintain a master spreadsheet of product listings catalog for reference and reporting
• Assist in managing the marketing budget to ensure that revenue objectives are achieved
• Demonstrate proven presentation skills with the ability to drive appropriate influence and results with key stakeholders
• Assist in entry and development of forecasts into relevant systems for processing
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to kick off and track projects to ensure seamless execution
• Support the development of new business initiatives to drive growth within ecommerce retailers

Qualifications

• BA/BS, MBA preferred, 3+ years of equivalent experience
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Good planning and analytical abilities
• Action‑oriented, ambitious professional with demonstrable business acumen
• Excellent presentation, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, presentation building, and Microsoft products
• Great collaborator
• The pay range is indicative of the projected hiring range; base pay will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills, and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.