National Account Sales Manager

The Opportunity: 

Mattel Inc. one of the largest toy companies in the world is seeking a National Account Sales Manager to drive revenue and profitability by selling the most iconic toy brands in the industry to the top retailer in the US.

The National Account Sales Manager will be responsible for developing and executing our Strategic Account Plans for various categories across the portfolio.  The role will require a deep understanding of the retail environment and how to align our portfolio of products with the account needs.

This position will be located at our Bentonville Arkansas Sales office.  The position will require periodic travel to corporate headquarters in California. 

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Achieve targeted sales objectives consistent with the annual business plan
• Create initiatives to deliver against vision and goals. Prioritize initiatives and secure and allocate resources accordingly. Develop specific action plans with goals timing and accountabilities.
• Lead the internal strategic planning and activation for your brands at the account
• Gain share across accounts by leveraging data insights
• Attend toy shows & previews and be knowledgeable of new product lines
• Identify business opportunities with account(s) and work with internal partners to create customized plans to drive results
• Conduct weekly buyer meetings and periodic Business Reviews to refine inventory forecasts and promotional planning
• Conduct internal discussions with Marketing and Omnichannel Retail Marketing teams to ensure strong retail execution
• Create monthly forecasts and promotional planning documentation
• Build strong relationships with account(s) buyers and internal partners
• Manage and coach one direct report

Qualifications :

What Were Looking For:

• Strong skills in selling JBP forecasting execution and having a 360 degree business perspective
• Consumer Goods experience is imperative
• Store and online selling experience
• Effective selling & communication skills and confidence will be keys for success
• Goal oriented mindset to drive to our numbers
• Analytical horsepower with ability to use data to drive business decisions/recommendations
• Function as One Team to deliver results
• Ability to exert personal influence build relationships with account(s) and collaborate effectively with functional teams and other key internal / external stakeholders
• Proven ability to make consistently sound judgments
• Ability to sort out distractions and prioritize tasks to achieve objectives
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and proven process to ensure data accuracy
• Minimum 8 years (6 with MBA) related sales experience in Consumer-Packaged Goods toys entertainment or mass-market retailer
• Bachelors degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree
• Trade Marketing experience including category management site merchandising and promotional planning

*The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range however base pay will be determined based on a candidates 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. 

Additional Information :

Dont meet every single requirement At Mattel we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Join Mattels Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company our employees and our culture. Also interested in signing up for job alerts Do so here!

How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations 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 and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands including Barbie Hot Wheels Fisher-Price American Girl Thomas & Friends UNO Masters of the Universe Matchbox Monster High MEGA and Polly Pocket as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys content consumer products digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the worlds leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945 Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattels award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes Fast Company Newsweek Great Place to Work TIME and more.

Visit us at  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.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time