• Job Description

  Req#: 48517

  At Hasbro we’re changing the face of play and entertainment. We’re looking for people who want to explore, experiment and innovate to come up with the best ideas. Our culture of community, passion, integrity, creativity and inclusion has inspired our diverse team of highly skilled, highly creative and highly committed individuals for 100 years and we believe the best is yet to come.

  Do you have a passion for toys, innovation, and creative partnerships? Join our global play and entertainment company as Head of Inventor Relations! In this strategic role, you’ll lead, cultivate and manage relationships with inventors worldwide to help fuel our toy and game pipeline with exciting, high-potential concepts that captivate our consumers everywhere. With a deep understanding of the toy industry and its creative ecosystem, you will serve as the bridge between the global inventor community and our internal design, marketing, and development teams .

  A Day in the Life as a Director, Inventor Relations:

  • Lead scouting and vetting of new toy and game concepts from global inventor partners

  • Cultivate strong relationships with inventors, innovation studios, and creators

  • Host and manage pitch sessions, reviews, and toy fair meetings, demonstrating strong presentation skills to effectively communicate ideas and influence key stakeholders

  • Work closely with internal design, marketing, and R&D teams to evaluate external submissions

  • Manage licensing deals, IP rights, and contract negotiations for selected concepts

  • Represent the company at industry events and innovation summits, showcasing strong presentation skills and brand representation

  • Stay on top of play trends and provide strategic guidance on opportunity areas

  • Champion external innovation across the company and advocate for inventor concepts

  • Manage, mentor, and inspire a team of passionate inventor relations teammates, leveraging strong people management skills to drive performance, growth, and collaboration

  • Oversee and manage the budget for inventor relations activities, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial goals

  • Collaborate and manage relationships with the legal department to ensure compliance with licensing deals, IP rights, and contract negotiations

  1. What You’ll Bring:
     • 10+ years of experience in the toy industry, preferably in product development, innovation, or inventor relations
     • Deep knowledge of the global toy inventor ecosystem and a strong creative network
     • Proven track record of commercializing inventor-submitted concepts
     • Excellent communication, relationship management, and licensing negotiation skills
     • Passion for toys, creativity, and storytelling
     • Ability to travel globally for pitches, fairs, and inventor summits

  Compensation Range, Currency USD:

  • Starting Pay Range: $144,400
  • Pay Range End: $217,200

  Hasbro’s world-class brands and talented people are our greatest assets. One of the ways we invest in you is through a competitive and contemporary benefits package. Your particular benefits package will depend on your position, location, local legal requirements and years with the company. Here’s a look at what your benefits package may include: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation Time & Holidays, Generous 401(k) match, Paid Parental Leave, Team Hasbro Volunteer Program, Employee Giving & Matching Gifts Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, Toy Discounts and more!

  Hasbro is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. We are committed to making all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

• About the company

  Hasbro, Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate with toy, board game, and media assets, headquartered in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.

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