Inventory Analyst

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Amstelveen; Hybrid; EUR 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working set-up

Pension plan

Commuting benefits

Work from home allowance

ClassPass membership

Employee discount

Christmas gift

Job summary

Mattel is seeking an Inventory Analyst to manage Nordic inventory distribution and align with commercial priorities. You will oversee stock levels, reservations, and DC transfers while supporting the S&OP process to improve fill rates and reduce excess inventory.

The role reports to the Customer Fulfillment Supervisor and requires 3–5 years in planning or supply chain, with fluency in English and strong analytical skills. Hybrid work arrangement offered with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• 3–5 years of planning, supply chain, or related experience.
• Fluent in English, both speaking and writing.
• Strong ability to interpret numerical data and trends.

Responsibilities

• Ensure replenishment and setup align with forecasts and orders.
• Optimize market inventory utilization to support priorities.
• Provide visibility of current and projected stock levels to stakeholders.
• Lead weekly inventory meetings and drive S&OP alignment.
• Support sub-regional demand plans and performance metrics.
• Identify opportunities to improve supply chain efficiency and reduce excess.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related

Tools

Excel

COGNOS

Tableau

AS400

Job 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 Team:

At Mattel, our Supply Chain is constantly evolving to support our diverse and exciting portfolio of products, ensuring that every day brings new challenges and opportunities. This role is instrumental in managing inventory distribution across the Nordics market, aligning with commercial priorities, and ensuring seamless order fulfillment to meet customer demand.

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Customer Fulfillment Supervisor, the Inventory Analyst will be responsible for overseeing inventory distribution, ensuring optimal stock availability through reservations and Distribution Center (DC) transfers. Additionally, this role will play a key part in supporting the Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE) process by analyzing fill rates, identifying supply chain inefficiencies, and managing excess inventory disposition to drive overall supply chain efficiency and performance.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Ensure customer replenishment and setup requirements align with sales forecasts and orders.
• Optimize market inventory utilization to support commercial priorities.
• Provide accurate and timely visibility of current and projected stock levels to internal market stakeholders.
• Lead and facilitate weekly inventory meetings.
• Buy-off sub-regional demand plans, ensuring alignment with key metrics and commercial strategies while driving sub-regional S&OP.
• Enhance customer fulfillment through collaboration and continuous improvement in planning, ensuring seamless integration of S&OE into S&OP.
• Support team management and development within the Supply Chain function.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive process improvements for operational efficiency

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in a Supply Chain or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in planning, supply chain, or a related field.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret numerical data.
• Solid understanding of Supply Chain processes and implications.
• Commercial acumen with a strategic mindset.
• Proficiency in Excel, COGNOS, Tableau, and AS400 is highly desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
• A proactive problem-solver, confident in recommending solutions to potential challenges.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload effectively.
• Honest, fair, and firm with strong integrity.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Gross annual salary range of EUR 54,400 - EUR 64,600(incl. 8% holiday allowance)
• Bonus scheme: Participation in Mattel Incentive Plan (MIP)/Sales Incentive Plan (SIP) with the target of 5% of base salary, payout is determined by company and individual performance results
• Paid time off: 30 vacation days + 3 Mattel Days (company day off)
• Hybrid working set-up
• Commuting benefits: Option of public transport ticket reimbursement or mileage allowance (subject to maximum amount in the company policy)
• Work from home allowance
• Subsidized ClassPass membership (access to gym and fitness classes)
• Employee assistance program: Access to Modern Health, Headspace, and Maven
• Pension plan
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount program through benefitsatwork.eu
• Toy discount
• Christmas gift
• Family benefits program: 24 weeks off (for 1st caregiver) or 12 weeks off (for co-parent) fully paid on the arrival of new child, return to work program, path to parenthood, and family care leave

Mattel’s total compensation package is based on objective, gender-neutral criteria such as job grade, work location, relevant skills, and experience. This information is provided to enable informed and transparent consideration and negotiation of employment terms. If your profile is retained and we schedule an interview, we will share further details on Mattel Europa BV’s total rewards package. Please note that (some of) the benefits above may change over time, due to changes in the company policy or in legislation. We will not ask about your previous salary history.

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.

Our Approach to Flexible Work:We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

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.

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.