Description

Do you have direct experience leading a product team for a B2B business? Are you a confident, proactive self starter? Are you highly skilled in marketing, vendor negotiation and market analysis? Do you have exceptional organization skills? Have you been seeking a fun and joyful team to collaborate with? Come play with us!

Toysmith invents and delivers amazing play experiences for children of all ages. The Director, Brand Strategy is a visionary and entrepreneur whose duties are inclusive of product vision, product strategy, product design, product development and product marketing. Similarly, this role must display strong influence in the sourcing, manufacturing and distribution areas. When referring to ‘product’, this also includes packaging, catalogs, user experience, design for logistics and all aspects of the Toysmith product portfolio and value chain. The role is responsible for the building of a great product portfolio, aligned with the strategic intent of the ELT which creates sustainable value in terms of revenue and profits for the business. 

THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE REGULAR TRAVEL TO OUR PACIFIC, WA CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS. 

The Toysmith story began in 1982 and for almost forty years the company has built a reputation of trust and customer service within the toy industry, manufacturing and distributing every type of high-quality toys and gifts under the rainbow. With our diverse portfolio of premium toys and gifts, we strive to turn everyday moments into joyful memories. Our curated assortments cover 100% of recognized play patterns, and are proven to drive category growth.

Toysmith brands and products are sold to toy retailers, education markets, museums, zoos, aquariums, national parks, attractions, theme parks, gift stores, specialty catalogs and internet retailers—the more we share joy, the more it grows!

Working for Toysmith is full of joy and wonderment. Now is the time to join our team! We have big plans for the future and we are looking for a skilled, knowledgeable Director to lead our Brand Strategy Team. The team is in transition so be ready to dive in and be adaptable to the changes ahead!

Apply directly on our website:

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/fbd9906b-b1ad-43b5-a901-720f03463868/Toy-Investments-Inc

Health & Welfare Benefits Include:

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company Paid Life Insurance

401k Safe Harbor Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Coverage - Accident

*PLEASE NOTE: Posted salary is the full range for the position as required by Washington State law and not reflective of the hiring range.

Toysmith is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also EEO is the Law (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf). If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at careers@toysmith.com

Requirements

· 10 years of experience in leadership level product development role for CPG and/or retail goods.

· Experience in product marketing, sourcing and overseas manufacturing.

· Strong negotiation and communication skills.

· Self motivated, organized and results driven.

· Proven ability to motivate and inspire others cross functionally.

Preferred Qualifications: 

· Bachelor’s in Business, Marketing, Design, Product Development or a related field.