Position Overview:
Supporting the Vice President for the EMEA region, the Account Manager will be entrusted with a supportive role across three main areas:
- 60% - Account management for Maxx Marketing (www.maxx-marketing.com)
- 30% - Commercial strategy for YuMe Toys (www.yumetoys.com)
- 10% - Intellectual property acquisition (inbound licensing) for YuMe Toys and Maxx Marketing.
Maxx Marketing is a global promotions agency that creates large-scale bespoke merchandise promotional campaigns for major fast-moving consumer goods companies. The Account Manager manages client relationships, drives campaign delivery, and oversees project execution for regional and global clients.
YuMe Toys is a global toys and collectibles company specialised in creating original, design-led collectibles inspired by the world’s most iconic pop culture franchises across entertainment, anime and gaming. The Account Manager will help oversee cross-functional cooperation between Marketing Operations, Finance, and Creative / Product Development to ensure go-to-market plans are met and commercial objectives are achieved.
Job DescriptionCore Responsibilities @ Maxx Marketing:
- Manage day-to-day client communication, expectations and agency partner relationships.
- Lead end-to-end campaign and project delivery.
- Working closely with Operations, Creative and Quality Assurance teams to ensure a smooth and effective project delivery.
- Work with team in developing concepts, prepare sales presentations, and formulate successful proposals.
- Oversee commercial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and scope development.
- Ability to develop and grow relationships with current clients and partners.
Core Responsibilities @ YuMe Toys:
- Strategy planning: Support with creation of yearly plans, sales goals, and growth ideas for toy lines.
- Product: Support product development process, from ideation to final product, by analysing relevant market research, identifying key demand drivers, participating in brainstorms and championing projects internally.
- Marketing: Liaise with marketing to ensure commercial priorities are reflected in marketing plans.
- Budget: Track spending to make sure projects stay on budget.
- Research: Study market trends and customer feedback to find new toy ideas.
- Licensing: Support with identification and acquisition of strong intellectual properties from Entertainment, Gaming, Anime and Popular Culture.
Key Requirements & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related fields.
- At least 5 years account management experience within an integrated or Below The Line (BTL) agency environment or similar. Brand or product marketing experience in toys & collectibles is a plus.
- Strong background in project management, commercial budgeting, and time management.
- Strong data analysis, clear communication, and creative problem-solving.
- Confident presentation skills and commercial acumen.
- Eagerness to multi-task and readiness to thrive in a multifaceted environment.
- Proficiency in English is essential. Additional European language skills (such as French, German, Spanish, Italian, or other European languages) would be highly advantageous.
- Willingness and ability to undertake occasional international travel within EMEA and other regions as required.
Application Process:
Please submit your resume and cover letter on the recruitment portal if you are interested to apply for this position. Only local candidates would be considered. All responses will be kept strictly confidential. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Maxx Group is an equal opportunity employer that employs individuals based on job-related qualifications regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disabilities, or any basis prohibited by law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
- At least 5 years account management experience within an integrated or BTL agency environment or similar.
- Brand or product marketing experience in toys & collectibles.
- Strong background in project management, commercial budgeting, and time management.
- Strong data analysis, clear communication, and creative problem-solving.
- Confident presentation skills and commercial acumen.
- Eagerness to multi-task and readiness to thrive in a multifaceted environment.
- Proficiency in English.
- Additional European language skills (French, German, Spanish, Italian, or other).
- Willingness and ability to undertake occasional international travel within EMEA and other regions.
What We Do
Maxx Marketing is a global licensing and product solutions agency serving some of the world's most recognizable brands. As one of the largest producers of originally designed products, Maxx helps differentiate brands by creating marketing programs and merchandising solutions that are tailored to our clients’ business objectives. Maxx Licensing helps clients achieve revenue goals and meet business objectives through well-curated and negotiated copyright/trademark based licensed products and service agreements. We have buy and sell side licensing experience with brands of all types, including TV and film, consumer products, publishing, social media, sports, lifestyle, and celebrity. Maxx Product Solutions helps brands profitably build and extend entertainment properties through thoughtful, innovative and authentic licensed products, promotions and retail activities. We have global experience in designing, engineering, producing and delivering effective, and memorable custom products. Maxx has 11 offices and 6 creative centers worldwide, including London, Barcelona, Toronto, Chicago, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Tokyo, and Manila. A career with Maxx allows for tremendous growth and upward mobility. We currently have employment opportunities in a variety of global locations and disciplines, including account management, project management, sales & business development, graphic and industrial design, operations, quality assurance, supply chain management, information systems, and administration
