Project Management Associate

Company 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.
Job Description
The Opportunity:

• Assist management with identifying and implementing adjustments to SOPs.
• Function as project manager for all assigned jobs by overseeing assignments from beginning to end. Work with design to facilitate creative development.
• Liaison with Senior/Executive Management, Creative and other Service Group partners to achieve objectives.
• Serve as department expert for both Games and Plush category portfolios.
• Oversee project timelines, client inquiries, and budgets for special events.
• Ensure successful execution of assigned projects.
  • Define the scope of a project with client groups, TSS support teams (CAD, Graphics, and Fabrication), external creative groups, and any third-party vendors.
  • Generate and communicate project timelines, key dates, and task sequencing to all parties involved.
  • Manage budgets; seek estimates from appropriate partner groups, track project expenditures. Reconcile finances upon completion of the project.
• Travel will be required for this position.

What Your Impact Will Be: Management of the Games and Plush portfolios. Includes design and management for gallery executions for the Games and Plush categories on all domestic and international Toy Fairs. This requires working with GBT, NAD, and international marketing teams. In addition to Toy Fairs, manages Games-based trade shows throughout the US.
Qualifications
What We're Looking For:

• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.
• Bachelor's degree in design, business management, or relatable degree (or equivalent experience)
• 1-2 years of experience in Experiential Marketing, Events, Themed Entertainment, or Trade Show industries in a production management/design capacity.
• Proactive, self-starter who can work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills. Strict attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated Project Management experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external clients.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal); must have strong executive presence to effectively liaison with senior management.
• Computer Proficiency:
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Teams, Word minimum)
  • Basic Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)
  • Basic CAD familiarity (Vector Works preferred, AutoCAD acceptable)
  • Web development (6Connex, Centric, DAMs, PIMs)

Hourly:
The base hourly rate for this position is between $33.85 to $42.35.
**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base hourly rate 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.

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 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.
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