Sr Manager Content Distribution

The Opportunity :   The Senior Manager Content Distribution Driving the licensing and distribution of Mattel Studios Kids & Family content portfolio across North America Canada and Latin America.

This role blends strategic deal-making and partner management   to expand reach and maximize revenues across linear TV VOD (SVOD AVOD FAST) and Home Entertainment (EST / Digital Sell-Through). The ideal candidate combines deep territorial expertise in the Americas and a strong understanding of childrens entertainment brands and content consumption trends.

What Your Impact Will Be :

• Develop and execute distribution strategies for the Kids & Family portfolio across the U.S. Canada and Latin America ensuring alignment with brand priorities and regional business objectives.
• Lead and manage key accounts in the Americas including content licensing for multiple windows : Linear TV VOD (SVOD AVOD FAST channels) and Home Entertainment (physical and digital sell-through).
• Identify and pursue new distribution partners in emerging platforms and territories to broaden the brands footprint.
• Coordinate with global and regional marketing teams to support launch plans and maximize content performance in target markets
• Negotiate and structure content licensing agreements with major broadcasters and digital platforms across the Americas and globally.
• Lead financial modelling pricing and term sheet development for all distribution deals; partner with Legal to finalize contracts.
• Manage the entire deal lifecycle : from initial pitch and negotiation through to delivery compliance and performance tracking.
• Collaborate with finance and operations teams to forecast revenues and ensure timely reporting of deal performance.
• Stay current with market trends in kids content distribution and gather competitive intelligence on licensing models release windows and content performance to inform commercial strategy.
• Cultivate strong relationships with executives at platform partners to secure premium placement marketing collaboration and renewal opportunities.
• Represent the content portfolio at trade shows and industry events.

Qualifications :

What Were Looking For :

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.

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 :

Our Approach to Flexible Work :

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.

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 a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to creating a welcoming inclusive and barrier-free workplace. We are committed to providing accommodations to all applicants throughout the interview process upon request in all aspects of the selection process.

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Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

AS400,Lean,Management Experience,Maximo,Warehouse Management,Warehouse Experience,Warehouse Distribution Experience,Warehouse Management System,Copywriting,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Logistics

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1