Job Description

THE OPPORTUNITY: 

This position is charged with executing key business processes and interacting with Sales, Marketing, and Global Supply Planning to drive an accurate demand plan as part of a larger Sales, Operations and Inventory Planning process (SIOP). The incumbent will help develop the demand planning forecast, tools, and standard reporting. The incumbent will also drive reporting KPIs (e.g. inventory turns).

The Demand Planner role will be a key position in utilizing and the continuing development of JDA software.

WHAT YOUR IMPACT WILL BE: 

• Strong Analytical and Problem Solving Skills: position requires ability to apply critical thinking to dissimilar problems and deliver fact supported analysis.  The applicant shall have the capability to utilize various data points, including shipment patterns, Point of Sale (POS) data, pricing, etc. to come up with an incremental, seasonal forecast for toys and SKUs assigned.
• Process Management: ability to create, manage and improve existing processes to support Mattel SIOP process.
• Financial and Business Acumen:  ability to evaluate financial and business indicators and translate data into actionable information to drive results.
• Collaboration:  ability to build constructive and effective relationships with a broad and diverse group of business partners, including Sales, Marketing and Manufacturing.
• Influencing & Negotiation:  can present ideas and directions that lead others to action.
• Communication Skills:  communicates clearly and effectively in a variety of presentation settings including one-on-one, small and large groups, and with peers and bosses.
• Will need to continuously strive to improve the ways we operate by consistently bringing strong technical and leadership knowledge to the table.

Qualifications

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 – 4 years of related experience, or Master’s degree and 1 – 3 years of related experience.
• 2-3 years experience in demand planning, forecasting, statistics or other quantitative analytic disciplines.
• 1-2 years experience in inventory management, SIOP implementation and facilitation.
• Experience in leading large meetings across various cross functional leaders, including executives required.
• Proficient in PowerPoint, intermediate knowledge of Excel as a minimum.
• Experience in using JDA or similar demand planning system a plus.
• Experience with Six Sigma.

The annual base salary range for this position is between $54,400 and $78,000. **This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience.

Additional Information

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. 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:

• 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 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.

Mattel is recognized for the second year in a row as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022. 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, military spouses, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.