Job Description

THE OPPORTUNITY: 

Mattel is currently seeking a Senior Licensing Associate in support of our Infant, Toddler & Preschool businesses. The Sr. Licensing Associate is responsible for handling all aspects of the product approvals process. The Sr. Licensing Associate must ensure that Mattel standards are met for each licensed project while maintaining excellent relationships and meeting the contractual obligations of each partner. 

WHAT YOUR IMPACT WILL BE:  

• Act as corporate liaison between all appropriate departments and Licensors to assure the success of licensed products in all assigned business segments.
• Assure proper approvals are obtained from licensors for all aspects of product and collateral material promptly to facilitate schedule adherence.
• Interface with Mattel team regularly to ensure full understanding of item submitted to the licensor.
• Attend weekly team meetings and communicate the status of licensed product approvals.
• Negotiate with licensors when disputes occur, to the satisfaction of both Mattel and the licensor. Write proposals and justifications to ensure approval is secured.
• Interface with licensing acquisitions department to ensure licenses are secured before product is submitted for approval.
• Clearly communicate licensor requirements to the team to ensure requirements are met.
• Ensure that follow-up submissions happen in a timely manner.
• Initiate approval process as required by working with the product development team to determine enough lead time for meeting project milestones.
• Ensure that the legal department receives artwork for review as required.
• Document and track each approval step required by the licensor.
• Facilitate requests and requirements for photographs, style guides, reference material, or technical information.
• Communicate contractual samples requirements to manufacturing plants, follow up on sample ship dates, and regularly update the tracking log.
• Identify when needs of licensor and/or Mattel are at risk and work with management to resolve them promptly, so it does not affect the regular development cycle
• Stay abreast of past and current trends for assigned brands.
• Projects and reports as necessary
• Assist Manager in new hire training
• Act as back-up for peers as needed
• Recognize potential bottlenecks and proactively address them
• Pre-approve legal text, including proper usage of trademarks, registration marks, copyright marks. Pre-approve all written copy and photographs and pattern trade dress.

Qualifications

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR: 

• 3+ years’ experience in a fast-paced licensing, or product development environment.

• 4+ years Licensing Approvals experience

• Able to work autonomously with little direct supervision

•  Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Outstanding organization and attention to detail

• Able to handle a high volume of work while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of product development

• Able to multi-task, work independently, and handle many projects simultaneously

• Able to prioritize based on company’s needs

• Proven problem-solving skills

• Proficient in Office 365 and Adobe Creative Cloud

Additional Information

WHAT IT’S 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: 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: 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: 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.

WHO WE ARE:

Mattel is a leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children’s 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’s 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.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

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, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.