Job Description
THE OPPORTUNITY:
This role will manage the strategic sourcing and category management activities associated with the primary Marketing categories below:
WHAT YOUR IMPACT WILL BE:
Qualifications
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
o Analytical: Ability to synthesize large volumes of information to derive a variety of strategic scenarios and solutions.
o Adaptable: Ability to thrive in a multifaceted environment under short timelines and changing priorities
o Communications: Ability to speak with both internal and external stakeholders enabling the development of strong working relationships
o Customer Focused: Ability to understand needs of internal and external stakeholders. Build and establish trusted relationships that lead to open dialogue and win-win solutions.
o Decisive Decision Making: Act decisively, thoroughly, and with a strong sense of urgency. Remove barriers and find ways to achieve business objectives efficiently.
o Impactful & Influential: Effective interpersonal skills to influence and generate buy-in across multiple parties with competing priorities and ambiguity.
o Team Focused: Collaborative team player willing to make decisions best for the team over individual needs.
o Negotiations: Ability to utilize available information to promote and drive desired behavior and outcomes.
Additional Information
WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK HERE:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:
WHO WE ARE:
Mattel is a leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO and MEGA, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming, music and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries 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 children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers. Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers including minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.