One For Fun, Skillmatics, Character Options, Wigston Global and Alphablocks are the latest companies to advertise job vacancies with Toy World.

One For Fun is looking for a Buying Manager (Maternity Cover – Fixed Term Contract) for a full-time, nine month period. Reporting to the CEO, the successful candidate will lead a small team, including direct oversight of compliance, making a strong commercial mindset essential. The ideal candidate will have a strong product development background, with the vision to create and adapt ranges that drive sales and brand identity. They will be fully in charge of the NPD process from conception to delivery, liaising with teams across the business including supply chain, design and sales.


Skillmatics is seeking an Independent Sales Agent – Arts & Crafts, Games, Educational and Pre-School. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in field sales, established relationships with independent and key retailers, be passionate about toys, arts & crafts and early years products, and above all, a desire and enthusiasm to help establish a rapidly growing and energetic business.


At Character Options, a role is being advertised for an Area Sales Manager based in the south of England, ideally located along the M4 Corridor. The successful candidate will develop existing accounts whilst always looking for new opportunities. The candidate will need to be a great team player with a flexible attitude and an ability to demonstrate tenacity and personal commitment in reaching sales targets. Being able to work closely with sales support, marketing and operations is also a must in order to deliver the company’s commitment to its customers. Applications are invited from persons with a proven record in sales within the Toy and FMCG industries.


Wigston Global is expanding and is looking for Independent Sales Agents – Toys, Stationery and Arts & Crafts that are experienced, passionate and well-connected. Candidates should have proven track records in field sales, established relationships with independent and regional retailers, passion for the toy, stationery or gifting sectors and be self-motivated, entrepreneurial and eager to grow a territory.


Alphablocks is looking for a highly organised Brand Lead to join the team. Reporting into the Editorial director and alongside the Managing editor, the Brand Lead will be instrumental in overseeing global content for the leading pre-school education brands across the “Blocks” shows. They will partner with in-house teams to develop and deliver engaging brand content and documentation, develop effective working processes and play an active role in communicating out to shareholders. They will work with the editorial team to ensure that brand identity and values are adhered to around the world across all activations.