CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when 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 Sitting within the EMEA Consumer Products Organisation, the team provides leadership and direction for the development and implementation of Consumer Products strategy across all Mattel Brands. They steer and achieve key brand, category and fiscal objectives by identifying and collaborating with Global, Regional, Multi‑Territory and Local licensees. Collaboration takes place across the business with the Global Consumer Products, Regional Franchise, Local Brand, Regional Marketing, Regional Product Development teams and the Audit, Finance and Legal Divisions. Job Description The Opportunity You’ll be joining the Consumer Products team in a role for the UK, based out of our Slough office in the UK, and will report directly to the UK Consumer Products Lead. In this role you will manage the day‑to‑day licensing business relationships in the UK covering all Softlines partners, delivering all aspects of partner management, pitching and negotiating new business opportunities, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders. You will work in partnership with the Associate Manager, Retail Development on the UK softlines retail strategy and build relationships and programs with leading retailers. What Your Impact Will Be LICENSEE MANAGEMENT Manage all existing licensing deals, including softlines, home experience working with toy or product‑based brands Experience building a joint business plan Exposure to managing a financial plan and forecasting Degree in Business, Marketing or a relevant subject or equivalent experience Proven sales negotiation experience and commercial thinking mindset Solutions oriented with ability to think outside the box to deliver additional revenue and opportunities Ability to influence others; persuasive and able to present messaging impactfully Commercial acumen with the competence to build and present a strategy Strong relationship builder and able to navigate internal and external relationships and stakeholders with ease Team player Ambitious thinking Strong communication skills—oral and written, able to deliver a narrative Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges and improving themselves What We Offer Gross annual salary range of GBP 57,040 – GBP 67,745 Bonus scheme: Participation in Mattel Incentive Plan (MIP) with a target of 10% of base salary; payout is determined by company and individual performance results Paid time off: 25 vacation days (option to buy up to 5 extra days) + 2 volunteer days per year + a day off on your birthday Car allowance Cycle‑to‑work scheme Employee assistance programme: access to Help@Hand (Unum), Modern Health, Headspace and Maven Contributory pension scheme Private health insurance Dental insurance
Associate Manager Consumer Product - Softlines (Maternity cover) employer: Mattel, Inc.
At Mattel, Inc. in Slough, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that encourages creativity and collaboration. As a Regional Media Execution & Coordination Specialist, you will have access to exceptional growth opportunities within a globally recognised brand, alongside competitive benefits that support your well-being and professional development. Join us to be part of a team that values innovation and empowers employees to make a meaningful impact in the world of play.
