Job Overview

We are seeking a visionary Head of GCC to lead our business across Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain. As the senior leader for the region, you will have full responsibility for the GCC team and commercial agenda, with a clear mandate to drive our franchise-first strategy-positioning our brands at the center and expanding their reach through toys, consumer products, publishing, and location-based entertainment (LBE).

Company Overview

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.

Quick Details

Salary Range: Market Competitive
Job Type: Full-time
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field
Experience: 7-10 years of senior leadership experience

Key Responsibilities

Lead and inspire the GCC team, setting clear vision and priorities.
Position the brand/IP at the core of all activities.
Drive the GCC commercial agenda-developing and executing sales and retail strategies.
Strengthen the presence of our brands, creating consumer demand and engagement.
Build and expand long-term strategic relationships with retailers, licensees, and partners.
Lead market intelligence efforts to identify opportunities, consumer trends, and competitor activity.

Requirements

7-10 years of senior leadership experience in franchise/brand management, consumer products, entertainment, or retail-preferably in the Middle East.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
Proven success in driving brand-led franchise ecosystems.
Strong commercial and retail acumen with deep understanding of licensing, CP, and multi-category brand monetization.
Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Fluency in English; Arabic a plus.

Benefits

Be a part of one team with shared values and common goals.
Always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences.
Empowered to create and deliver results.
Experience Mattel's award-winning workplace culture.
Opportunity to have real impact and make a difference.

Head of GCC