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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.\n The Opportunity:\nMattel, Inc., the largest toy company 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 one of the top retailers in the U.S.\nThis role is responsible for owning and executing Strategic Account Plans across multiple categories, with a focus on driving growth, ensuring flawless retail execution, and deepening our customer partnerships. Success in this role requires strong sales acumen, analytical capability, and the ability to lead cross-functional collaboration to meet evolving retail dynamics.\nThis position will be based in our Rogers, Arkansas Sales office and requires periodic travel to our corporate headquarters in California.\nWhat Your Impact Will Be:\nDeliver against annual sales objectives, including revenue, margin, and share goals.\nBuild and execute account-specific strategies aligned with broader brand and category objectives.\nOwn the end-to-end sales process across assigned categories-from strategic planning to in-market execution.\nLeverage data and shopper insights to identify opportunities and accelerate growth at the account.\nLead weekly buyer meetings and key milestones including Joint Business Planning, Line Reviews, and Business Reviews.\nPartner cross-functionally with Marketing, Omnichannel Retail Marketing, and Demand Planning to ensure holistic retail execution.\nProvide visibility and updates to leadership on risks, opportunities, and key performance indicators.\nLead and coach junior team member, fostering performance, growth, and development.\n What We’re Looking For:\nProven track record in sales, forecasting, and retail execution within a CPG or similar environment.\nDeep understanding of mass retail, including store and eCommerce channels.\nStrong selling and communication skills; comfortable leading meetings with senior buyers.\nGoal-oriented, resilient, and able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.\nAdvanced analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable strategies.\nTeam-first mentality with strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.\nDemonstrated ability to influence across functions and levels.\nHighly organized with strong attention to detail and process discipline.\n7+ years of relevant experience in Sales, Consumer-Product Goods, toys, or related industries.\nBachelor’s degree required.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nPrior experience managing Walmart, with a deep understanding of its systems, processes, and decision-making structure.\nProficiency with Scintilla and its applications\nExperience with Walmart omnichannel strategy, including in-store, dotcom, and Pickup & Delivery integration.\nFamiliarity with Walmart's Go-To-Market timelines, modular process, and new item setup systems (e.g., NOVA).\nStrong understanding of Walmart’s supply chain expectations and performance metrics (OTIF, SQEP, etc.).\nAbility to build joint business plans aligned with Walmart category strategy and corporate initiatives.\nExperience partnering with Walmart merchant and replenishment teams to drive business outcomes.\nLocal presence in the Northwest Arkansas area preferred.\n Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t 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 Mattel's 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!\nHow We Work:\nWe 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:\nWe 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.\nWe 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.\nWe 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.\nOur Approach to Flexible Work:\nThis role is an in-office role Monday-Thursday, and work from home on Fridays. We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.\nWho We Are:\nMattel 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 world’s 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.\nMattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.\nVisit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.\nBeware of recruiting scams: Mattel will only contact you through official @mattel.com or @smartrecruiters.com email addresses and will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information during the hiring process.\nMattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. 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