Responsibilities

• Own the day-to-day management of the product segments and act as point of contact for toy inquiries and dissemination of toy information.
• Work in collaboration with the manager to manage the product portfolio and all key product line tools and documents, develop business strategies, objectives & insights and manage the P&L.
• Ensure all toy marketing projects are supported by business strategy, objectives and insights.
• Work closely with cross-functional partners (Product Design, Packaging, Development, etc.) to bring innovative and compelling toys to market on time and on budget, backed by Consumer Insights.
• Collaborate with manager in gaining buy-in for global product strategies at all levels, as well as executional commitment from internal partners to activate across key markets and key lines of business.
• Assist with managing margin targets and line plans from initiation to completion with cohesive hand off to commercial team.
• Prepare for and deliver presentations that convey a strategic message to large audiences. Present with confidence regularly to drive brand strategy and products.
• Own product lifecycle, working closing with the supply planning, demand planning, retail and commercial teams.
• Lead global business reporting and analysis.
• Monitor key trends, brands and competitors’ performance in all markets.

Requirements

• 2+ years relevant work experience in marketing with MBA or 5+ years without MBA, preferably in product development, or in a retail or consumer driven company. MBA preferred but not necessary with the right experience.
• Thorough understanding of marketing mix and KPIs
• Nimble and flexible thinking, ability to quickly learn and apply new ways of thinking.
• Excellent analytical and project management skills.
• Experience analyzing data and managing financials
• Ability to synthesize data and pull insights to create recommendations
• Strong skills presenting in front of large groups and a senior level audience
• Highly organized, independent and detail oriented with strong follow up skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management, planning and project execution skills