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Branding and Packaging Designer
ZURU is a young innovative fast-growing Toy Company seeking a highly motivated and talented Branding and Packaging Designer to join our team. Do you want a diverse, fast-paced, creative role in a company going through hypergrowth? Are you digital media savvy wanting to showcase your creative side on digital platforms? If your answer is yes to one or most of the questions, this fantastic opportunity at ZURU is for you!! We are looking for an enthusiastic Branding and Packaging Designer to join our growing design team. In this role you will be creating packaging for and developing our brands' social identities and helping the Marketing team in bringing their ideas to life, while ensuring consistency of the ZURU Brand strategies. Attention to detail, creative flair and a diverse range of design skills is essential for this role. You will play an important part in growing our brand with your design outputs ensuring our social channels, website, and marketing materials are translating our story to our consumers.
Commercial Executive – Licensing
ZURU is one of the fastest-growing and most disruptive companies in the world. A Kiwi grassroots start-up turned global, founded in 2003 by New Zealand EY Entrepreneur of the Year and World Entrepreneur Hall of Fame brothers Nick and Mat Mowbray after they left high school. ZURU has quickly grown to over 5000 + team members in over 30 locations. The company started in toys and quickly became one of the largest in the world, competing with comparatively historic household names by disrupting through automation and innovation. Award-winning brands include Bunch O Balloons, Mini Brands, XSHOT, Rainbocorns and Smashers. After so much success, the brothers took that model and applied it to consumer goods, creating their second division, ZURU Edge, and redefining the meaning of FMCG, becoming the fastest-growing consumer goods company in the world with new-age brands including MONDAY Haircare, Rascal + Friends, Dose & Co, NOOD and Bonkers. ABOUT THE ROLE As the Commercial Executive - Licensing, you will play a key role in the global expansion of ZURU's licensed collectible portfolio. You will be responsible for ongoing business development through the use of persuasive written and verbal communication to secure partnerships with the world's largest licensors. In conjunction with our Licensing Director, you will act as an ambassador for Licensing in ZURU's collectible portfolio, building compelling arguments and pitch decks, collating assets and circulating brand success, and delivering regular insights for internal consideration. HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT As the Commercial Executive - Licensing, you will make a significant impact on ZURU's business success by securing partnerships with the world's largest licensors and expanding our licensed collectible portfolio. Your ability to craft winning emails and deliver persuasive communication will help to build compelling arguments and pitch decks, leading to successful partnerships and growth in the business. Your ongoing business development efforts will help to position ZURU as a leading player in the global licensing market. Get to know us a little better by checking out our company Instagram @lifeatzuru
Commercial Lead - Plush
ZURU is one of the fastest-growing and most disruptive companies in the world. A Kiwi grassroots start-up turned global, founded in 2003 by New Zealand EY Entrepreneur of the Year and World Entrepreneur Hall of Fame brothers Nick and Mat Mowbray after they left high school. ZURU has quickly grown to over 5000 + team members in over 30 locations. The company started in toys and quickly became one of the largest in the world, competing with comparatively historic household names by disrupting through automation and innovation. Award-winning brands include Bunch O Balloons, Mini Brands, XSHOT, Rainbocorns and Smashers. After so much success, the brothers took that model and applied it to consumer goods, creating their second division, ZURU Edge, and redefining the meaning of FMCG, becoming the fastest-growing consumer goods company in the world with new-age brands including MONDAY Haircare, Rascal + Friends, Dose & Co, NOOD and Bonkers. THE ROLE As Commercial Lead, you will drive global sales on a multi-million dollar brand portfolio and maximize brand profitability through the development and implementation of effective sales and go-to-market strategies. HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT You will be the key driver and at the forefront of making the over-arching decisions across a brand portfolio that serves millions of consumers every year. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams from around the world to deliver tailored brand programs that achieve sales targets and secure new opportunities. You will also be responsible for identifying market/customer gaps and providing innovative solutions to win.
Country Sales Manager - Japan
ZURU is on a mission to build the brands of tomorrow. We believe every child should have access to toys hence we build toys that are affordable for every family and brings joy to the kids. We are on the lookout for a dynamic Sales person in Japan who would help us achieve this mission by growing our presence in Japan. The job duties of the Country Manager is not limited to 1) Country Management · Spearhead the growth of ZURU in Japan by developing and further engaging with the sales networks · Implement and localize the Global business and brand strategies from head office at a local level · Establish sales objectives by forecasting and developing annual sales quotas for Japan, projecting expected sales volume and profit for existing and new products. · Own budgets and reach/exceed annual sales targets whilst maintaining margin integrity. · Tailor Global sales decks into best-in-class, analytical presentations for key customers, including product demonstrations, sales data information, and outline brand marketing and category strategies · Build and maintain strong relationships with the brand marketing team in NZ to maximize all opportunities · Provide regular reports and analysis on KPIs, pipeline development, and product performance within Mexico · Provide market highlight and lowlight feedback to the Commercial lead team (NZ) and senior management monthly · Conduct regular local store checks to allow meaningful analysis of price strategy and line architecture of our own and our competitor's ranges 2) Account Management · Negotiate with customers on pricing, packing, cargo ready date, and minimum order quantities for each product line · Follow up and secure PO plus TT/LC, all shipping information i.e. markings, forwarder, all testing requirements, etc. · Keep customers updated with samples, and marketing material when available and provide customers with any spec changes on relevant products. · Work with partners and ZURU’s internal marketing team to implement marketing initiatives for key store strategy online and offline, including digital and physical market runs and following up on the corrective actions · Establish and adjusts selling prices by monitoring costs, competition, and supply and demand. · Identify strong local partners to develop new retail and distribution channels. · Establish and maintain strong relationships with both retail and distributors in the territory. · Collaborate with internal stakeholders regularly to keep up to date on the NPD schedule, marketing objectives, and branding alignment for the company. · Attend & participate in major International Trade Fairs when needed. 2) Sales Administration · Send through all order confirmations to China Team and ensure they are raised on the system effectively. · Provide forecast/order details for each Licensor forecast per quarter · Organize any deliveries for any samples sent out for your clients when needed. · Streamline customer database · Email the client about any product updates, marketing strategy, supply chain management, and future product placements. · Check all data on sales reports is accurate. · Update price list when required. · Point of contact for a client with regards to pricing issues etc. · Maintain and improve, where possible, all relationships with ZURU customers
Digital Executive - Toys
Experience in paid digital media advertising, and love the toy industry? Read on! ZURU is one of the fastest-growing and most disruptive companies in the world. A Kiwi grassroots start-up turned global, founded in 2003 by New Zealand EY Entrepreneur of the Year and World Entrepreneur Hall of Fame brothers Nick and Mat Mowbray after they left high school. ZURU has quickly grown to over 5000 + team members in over 30 locations. The company started in toys and quickly became one of the largest in the world, competing with comparatively historic household names by disrupting through automation and innovation. Award-winning brands include Bunch O Balloons, Mini Brands, XSHOT, Rainbocorns and Smashers. After so much success, the brothers took that model and applied it to consumer goods, creating their second division, ZURU Edge, and redefining the meaning of FMCG, becoming the fastest-growing consumer goods company in the world with new-age brands including MONDAY Haircare, Rascal + Friends, Dose & Co, NOOD and Bonkers. ZURU Tech, the newest division, is the company's moon shoot project where they endeavour to truly change the world by disrupting the construction industry. With 600 engineers working across 7 locations ZURU Tech towards the ultimate goal of disrupting how the world builds. ABOUT THE ROLE The Digital Executive is a member of the central ZURU Digital team, helping execute paid media for the ZURU TOYS portfolio of brands. This role supports all of ZURU TOYS global digital marketing, in the critical functions of media planning & reporting, and specifically leads execution of paid social (Facebook, Tik Tok) campaign implementation. Insights & optimisation generation & sharing also being core to success of these functions. Reporting to our Digital Manager - Toys and indirectly to Head Of Digital, you’ll be working alongside our brand & content teams to plan, implement & report world leading ad campaigns, while also working with other digital team specialists to support their YouTube, Search & Retail Marketplace (Amazon Ads) execution. Overall responsibilities include budget management, social and digital media execution, campaign planning and reporting across brands or territories. HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT Curious, enthusiastic, analytical, proactive and insightful, the Digi Exec can visualise the impact of their work on the organisation's goals, while learning to drive day-to-day execution that is industry-leading. Once established they can analyse and optimise paid campaigns effectively and efficiently, utilising an array of data to make strategic decisions that have a tangible impact on performance. They champion paid social campaigns, looking for the next best strategy or approach to optimise, improve or refine their work. They develop excellent communication and team player skills, taking responsibility for their budgets, KPIs, results and strategy while working in harmony with their wider digital, brand & e-commerce teams.
Key Account Manager - France
ZURU is one of the fastest-growing and most disruptive companies in the world. A Kiwi grassroots start-up turned global, founded in 2003 by New Zealand EY Entrepreneur of the Year and World Entrepreneur Hall of Fame brothers Nick and Mat Mowbray after they left high school. ZURU has quickly grown to over 5000 + team members in over 30 locations. The company started in toys and quickly became one of the largest in the world, competing with comparatively historic household names by disrupting through automation and innovation. Award-winning brands include Bunch O Balloons, Mini Brands, XSHOT, Rainbocorns and Smashers. After so much success, the brothers took that model and applied it to consumer goods, creating their second division, ZURU Edge, and redefining the meaning of FMCG, becoming the fastest-growing consumer goods company in the world with new-age brands including MONDAY Haircare, Rascal + Friends, Dose & Co, NOOD and Bonkers. ZURU Tech, the newest division, is the company's moon shoot project where they endeavour to truly change the world by disrupting the construction industry. With 600 engineers working across 7 locations ZURU Tech towards the ultimate goal of disrupting how the world builds. The company’s success is driven by the complete embodiment of the ZURU DNA, the very values that ZURU was founded on. These principles have pioneered an A-player team that is committed to winning through a continuous improvement mindset. Don’t just take our word for it - to see behind the scenes of ZURU check out life@zuru on Instagram or ZURU.com. How You Will Make An Impact You will manage the French market to further accelerate our growth. You will play a key role in providing support during key periods such as trade shows and face-to-face meetings and will be critical in helping to maintain long-term relationships with our customers and communications with key business executives & stakeholders.
Marketing Executive, France
Do you have a love for toys, a desire to bring creative ideas to life and a sharp eye for evaluating what’s effective? Then join ZURU! ZURU is one of the fastest growing Toy Manufactures in the world. Our Global Marketing team is known for bringing some of the most viral, and popular toys to the US. Our #MiniBrands has close to 3.3 BILLION views on Tiktok and 1 MIL followers. The growth we are experiencing provides great career opportunities. As the Marketing Executive, you will take ownership & execution of our local commercial strategies from budgeting, planning, media execution, bespoke retail activations, retail marketing engagement and all localisation needs for France.
Sales Executive, Eastern Europe
Do you have a love for toys? Are you passionate and enjoy wearing multiple hats while handling a wide range of operational and administrative responsibilities? Then join ZURU!! We are proud to be in the top 10 Toy Companies in US. Our business in Eastern Europe has grown massively in the last 1 year. We are now expanding our team and calling out for talented sales administrators who want to become valuable members of the Zuru team. This is a great opportunity for motivated individuals seeking an opportunity to grow with us. As Sales Coordinator/Administrator, you will fully support the team through administrative, customer service, and business development activities. This position will support the Sales team to grow the ZURU business in Eastern Europe.
Vice President of Sales (Target)
ZURU is one of the fastest growing companies in the world that is known for its agility, creativity and new-age manufacturing techniques. We are now looking for an exceptional VP of TOYS (Target) to join the ZURU Sales team in our Minneapolis office.