Sr Associate - Retail Development

Company Description

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

Job Description

The Opportunity: 

We are looking for a Retail Development Senior Associate to join our Consumer Products Retail Development team at our global HQ in El Segundo, California. This role reports to the Manager, Retail Development and will support the Ecommerce team, inclusive of Amazon We are a fast paced, fact based, creative team and we are looking for someone who thrives in this type of environment.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Assist in the development and implementation of Merch on Demand/Print on Demand Programs
• Develop strategic marketing calendar across all brands leveraging key franchise moments and content tentpoles
• Create, execute and maintain listings across all brands including, uploading creative, PDP elements and troubleshooting issues
• Partner with CP creative team for graphic needs and creative brief submissions
• Report and leverage financial and retail analysis to identify opportunities, inform ongoing strategy and optimize performance
• Build and maintain master spreadsheet of product listings catalogue for reference and reporting
• Assist in managing the marketing budget and ensure that the revenue objectives are achieved
• Proven presentation skills with ability to drive appropriate influence and results with key stakeholders
• Assist in entry and development of forecasts into relevant systems for processing
• Coordinate with cross functional teams to kick off and track projects to ensure seamless execution
• Supports the development of new business initiatives to drive growth within ecommerce retailers

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

Must-Haves:

• BA/BS, MBA preferred, 3+ years of equivalent experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Good planning and analytical abilities
• Action orientated, ambitious professional with demonstrable business acumen
• Excellent presentation, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Power Point, presentation building, and Microsoft products
• Great collaborator

Additional Information

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here!

How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• 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.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

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.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

The pay range for this position is between $92,000 and $115,000 annual. The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential. 

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