Marketing Associate, NAD Action Figures

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 Team:

Mattel’s US Commercial Marketing team localizes the global brand strategy to perform in our largest market.  The team is responsible for line selection, creating pricing, overseeing the local P&L and driving the go-to-market strategy in the U.S. The Marketing Associate for the Action Figure business. This category features a portfolio of powerhouse brands including Disney, Jurassic, WWE, etc.

The Opportunity: 

The Marketing Associate will support the Senior Manager of US Marketing with executing the go-to-market strategies of several product lines including DC Comics and Minecraft. Provide POS insights and support licensor communication with market performance analysis. Help to coordinate and align Mattel go-to-market activations, including media support, account alignment and cross-functional communication.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Analyze marketing programs to develop recommendations for optimization
• Support day-to-day marketing activities, including local insights collection and synthesis of performance of brand/products
• Assist with overall execution of key marketing programs on any assigned brands
• Drive marketing execution with a cross-functional team 
• Assist in managing brand activation to commercial financial targets
• Contribute to the planning and activation of brand campaigns in the US market, including pricing, placement and promotion levers
• Work on a diverse range of business issues with varying scope using available reference materials and established precedents as assigned
• Assist with the management of the P&L for the portfolio – update line items, quota inputs, pricing scenarios, etc.
• Perform in-depth POS analysis on key items/segments by utilizing various data sources
• Conduct competitive analysis on new product launches

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business or related field
• 2-3 years’ related work experience
• Strong quantitative analysis skills, critical thinking and financial knowledge
• Fundamental understanding of marketing principles and business
• Demonstrated strong team player
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Power point skills
• Possess a positive ‘can do’ attitude
• Tenacious, curious and eager to grow personally and professionally
• Ability to find creative solutions to problems as they arise
• Able to work within timelines for brand analyses and reporting projects
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in category management, trade or brand marketing, space planning, consumer research, sales and/or finance is a PLUS
• Demonstrated a growth 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. 

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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.

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