Director, Logistics EMEA

Job Description

The Opportunity: 

The Logistics Director, EMEA is responsible for leading end-to-end logistics operations across Europe, Middle East, and Africa, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and reliable distribution of products from manufacturing sites to retailers and consumers.  

This role is critical in supporting seasonal demand peaks (e.g., holiday periods), maintaining high service levels for key retail partners, and driving continuous improvement across the logistics network. 

What Your Impact Will Be: 

1. Transportation & Distribution 

• Oversee inbound and outbound transportation (ocean, air, road, rail)  
• Manage relationships with 3PLs, freight forwarders, and carriers  
• Ensure on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery to major retailers (e.g., Amazon, Walmart, Carrefour, Smyths Toys)  

2. Warehousing & Fulfilment 

• Manage regional distribution centres and e-commerce fulfilment operations  
• Ensure scalability during peak seasons (Q3–Q4 toy surge)  
• Drive warehouse productivity, accuracy, and safety standards  

3. Cost & Performance Management 

• Own the EMEA logistics budget (transport, warehousing, duties)  
• Identify and deliver cost-saving initiatives without compromising service  
• Track and report KPIs (OTIF, cost per unit, lead times, inventory turns)  

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Partner with demand planning, manufacturing, sales, and customer fulfilment teams  
• Align logistics plans with product launches and promotional cycles  
• Support S&OP / IBP processes  

5. Compliance & Risk Management 

• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, customs, and ESG standards  
• Manage risk related to geopolitical disruptions, port congestion, and supply shocks  
• Lead contingency planning and crisis response  

6. Team Leadership 

• Lead, develop, and mentor a geographically dispersed team  
• Foster a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative culture  
• Build succession plans and talent pipelines  

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For: 

• 10–15+ years in logistics/supply chain, ideally in FMCG or consumer goods  
• Proven leadership across multi-country logistics operations in EMEA  
• Strong experience managing 3PLs and complex distribution networks  
• Experience with seasonal/high-demand volatility (toys, retail, fashion, etc.)  
• Strategic thinking with strong operational execution  
• Deep knowledge of international transportation and trade compliance  
• Financial acumen (budget ownership, cost optimization)  
• Data-driven decision making (ERP/WMS/TMS systems)  
• Stakeholder management at senior levels  
• Outstanding communication skills in different forums 
• Ability to navigate stakeholder networks effectively  
• Able to influence convincingly internally and externally  
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field or equivalent experience  

Additional Information

What We Offer: 

• Gross annual salary range of GBP 112,000 - GBP 133,000
• Bonus scheme: Participation in Mattel Incentive Plan (MIP) with the target of 30% of base salary, payout is determined by company and individual performance results
• Paid time off: 25 vacation days (with option to buy up to 5 extra days) + 2 volunteer days/year + a day off on your birthday!
• Car allowance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance program: Access to Help@Hand (Unum), Modern Health, Headspace, and Maven
• Contributory pension scheme
• Private health insurance
• Dental insurance & dental service app
• Life & disability insurance
• Employee discount program "Be well at Mattel"
• Mattel products discounts
• Family benefits program: 24 weeks off (for 1st caregiver) or 12 weeks off (for co-parent) fully paid on the arrival of new child, return to work program, path to parenthood, and family care leave

Mattel’s total compensation package is based on objective, gender-neutral criteria such as job grade, work location, relevant skills, and experience. This information is provided to enable informed and transparent consideration and negotiation of employment terms. If your profile is retained and we schedule an interview, we will share further details on Mattel UK Limited’s total rewards package. Please note that (some of) the benefits above may change over time, due to changes in the company policy or in legislation. We will not ask about your previous salary history.

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• We 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.
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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 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.

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