Sr Associate – Retail Dev

Join Mattel as a Sr Associate - Retail Dev in El Segundo, California, where you'll drive retail partnerships and accelerate product placement across major retail channels.

What This Role Involves

As a Sr Associate in Retail Development at Mattel's El Segundo headquarters, you'll play a pivotal role in building and managing strategic retail relationships that bring our iconic toy and entertainment brands directly to consumers worldwide. This full-time position in our Marketing department combines relationship management, market insight, and retail strategy in a dynamic, collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact product success at retail.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and strengthen long-term relationships with key retail partners and major retail accounts
• Identify emerging retail opportunities and recommend strategic expansion initiatives aligned with market trends
• Support product placement, promotional campaigns, and in-store visibility programs with retail partners
• Collaborate with cross-functional marketing, sales, and product teams to align retail strategy with brand objectives
• Analyze retail performance data, market trends, and consumer insights to inform development strategies
• Manage retail accounts, communications, and partnership activities to ensure mutual success and growth

What You Bring

• Proven professional experience in retail development, account management, or related sales roles
• Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills
• Working knowledge of retail channels, distribution networks, and retail market dynamics
• Understanding of consumer behavior and how retail strategy impacts product sales
• Analytical skills with proficiency in using data and insights to guide decisions
• Excellent organizational abilities for managing multiple accounts, initiatives, and cross-functional priorities

About Mattel

Mattel is a leading global play company renowned for creating innovative toys, games, and entertainment experiences that inspire children and families worldwide. Headquartered in El Segundo, California, Mattel brings imagination to life through an extensive portfolio of iconic brands. Our marketing and retail development teams are essential to connecting our products with consumers through robust retail networks across North America and beyond. We're committed to innovation, creativity, and building lasting relationships with our retail partners.

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