Sr Associate, Strategic Planning

Mattel; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mattel is seeking a Senior Associate to join the Strategy and Corporate Development team at our El Segundo, CA headquarters. You will work with senior leaders to shape corporate strategy and drive cross-functional projects that deliver measurable business impact.

The role requires a BA/BS from a top-tier university and 3+ years in strategy-centric roles (consulting, IB, PE or in-house). You will partner with executives and manage complex stakeholder groups across the company.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree from a top-tier university.
• 3+ years of total professional experience in management consulting, investment banking, private equity, or in-house strategy.
• Track record of impact and business results.
• Proven strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work successfully in cross-functional teams and manage complex stakeholder groups.
• Superior communication skills.
• Demonstrated growth mindset and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Shape Mattel’s corporate strategy with the Chief Strategy Officer and broader teams.
• Lead cross-functional projects to realize business impact and support annual planning.
• Support key M&A and corporate development priorities across the company.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive communication

Problem solving

Growth mindset

Education

BA/BS degree from a top-tier university

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.

The Opportunity:

Mattel is currently seeking a Senior Associate to join the Strategy and Corporate Development team at our El Segundo, CA headquarters. Each member of this high-performing team plays a key role in shaping the future of Mattel.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Work with the Chief Strategy Officer and broader Mattel teams to shape Mattel’s corporate strategy and support the annual strategic planning process.
• Partner closely with executives across the company on critical strategic projects across the company, including leading cross-functional teams to realize business impact.
• Support key M&A and corporate development priorities across the company.

What We’re Looking For:

• BA / BS degree from a top-tier university.
• 3+ years of total professional experience, with work experience in management consulting, investment banking, private equity, or in-house strategy.
• Track record of impact.
• Proven strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work successfully in cross-functional teams and manage complex stakeholder groups.
• Superior communication skills.
• Demonstrated agrowth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves

*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.

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.

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.

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