Associate Manager- Replenishment Planning

Mattel, Inc.; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mattel, Inc. in California is seeking an Associate Manager, Replenishment Planning – American Girl to lead supply and replenishment planning across a portfolio of American Girl brands.

You will balance inventory across distribution centers and channels while partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability and optimize inventory investment. You will develop SKU-level replenishment plans, consolidate and communicate supply requirements, and oversee lifecycle from demand

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Supply Planning, Replenishment Planning, Inventory Planning, or related function.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Experience managing product portfolios across multiple SKUs and distribution channels.

Responsibilities

• Lead supply and replenishment planning for assigned American Girl brands and product portfolios.
• Balance inventory across regional distribution centers and multiple channels (Retail, DTC, Wholesale).
• Develop SKU-level replenishment plans that optimize product availability while meeting inventory/financial targets.
• Consolidate, analyze, and communicate supply requirements for assigned portfolios.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Tableau

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Business/Engineering

Tools

Tableau

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, entertain 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.

The Team

The Replenishment Planning team is a critical part of Mattel's Global Supply Chain Planning organization, ensuring product availability across our global distribution network. As Mattel continues to transform its supply chain into a competitive advantage, this team serves as the strategic link between Regional Planning, Global Supply Planning, Manufacturing, and Logistics to deliver the right inventory, in the right place, at the right time.

The Opportunity

The Associate Manager, Replenishment Planning – American Girl, is responsible for leading supply and replenishment planning across a portfolio of American Girl brands. This role balances inventory across multiple distribution centers and sales channels while partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability, optimize inventory investment, and support business objectives throughout the product lifecycle.

What Your Impact Will Be

• Lead supply and replenishment planning for assigned American Girl brands and product portfolios.


• Balance inventory across regional distribution centers and multiple business channels, including Retail, Direct-to-Consumer, and Wholesale/External partners.


• Develop SKU-level replenishment plans that optimize product availability while supporting inventory and financial targets.


• Consolidate, analyze, and communicate supply requirements for assigned product portfolios.


• Manage replenishment of retail support materials, service parts, and expedited inventory requests.


• Oversee the complete product lifecycle, from initial demand planning through end-of-life, partnering closely with Product Development, Marketing, Retail Operations, Finance, Manufacturing, and Global Supply Planning.


• Partner with Asia-based teams to prioritize production, resolve supply constraints, and navigate manufacturing challenges.


• Support business planning activities during financial planning cycles and other key business milestones.


• Identify supply risks and develop proactive solutions to minimize disruption and improve service levels.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by developing and implementing planning processes and best practices.


• Lead and develop a Coordinator or Senior Coordinator, providing coaching, direction, and support to achieve business objectives.

Experience And Education

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Supply Planning, Replenishment Planning, Inventory Planning, or a related supply chain function.


• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field preferred.


• Demonstrated experience managing product portfolios across multiple SKUs and distribution channels.


• Proven ability to balance customer service objectives with inventory and financial goals.


• Experience collaborating with global manufacturing partners and cross-functional stakeholders.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.


• Experience developing, improving, and implementing planning processes.


• Ability to influence stakeholders and build strong partnerships across multiple levels of the organization.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Strong knowledge of replenishment planning, inventory management, and supply chain processes.


• Ability to analyze data at both the detailed SKU level and broader business or channel level.


• Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset.


• Innovative, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.


• Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail.


• Positive, resilient, and committed to delivering high-quality results.


• Demonstrated leadership experience, including coaching or managing planning team members.

Preffered Skills

• Tableau experience preferred.

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