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Drive brand activation, develop marketing campaigns, and manage cross-functional teams to support brand growth and engagement. | Requires 5+ years in brand marketing or franchise management, with strong strategic, consumer insights, and cross-functional leadership skills. | 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 Opportunity: We have multiple openings for Associate Marketing Managers across the Hot Wheels Core and Hot Wheels Adult teams. In these roles, you will drive day-to-day brand activations in partnership with internal cross-functional teams and external agencies. Depending on the team placement, you will help shape strategies that expand brand awareness, support key launches, and grow the full franchise. For our Hot Wheels Adult team, this includes developing and executing initiatives specifically designed to engage and accelerate the rapidly growing adult fan business. What Your Impact Will Be: Brand Strategy Partner with Toy and Franchise Marketing to ensure brand consistency across product, experiences and retail Develops Content in partnership with Mattel Studios to ensure brand objectives and alignment Serve as the cross-functional integrator between content, product, experiences, retail, and marketing Brand Activation With leadership, plan brand “moments” (anniversaries, entertainment launches, retail programs) that supports all businesses at retail and work with commercial partners to ensure flawless execution Translate brand strategy into campaigns, content, and activations With leadership, plan integrated marketing plans (digital, retail, social, influencer, events, PR) and work with commercial partners to execute Ensure media strategy is executed well across regions, and manage day-to-day creative production Ensure creative execution stays consistent with brand positioning (via brand guardrails) and product highlights Ensure brand stories are executed well to drive demand generation, brand love, and consumer loyalty Manage day-to-day execution of agency scope in partnership with brand creative Track & report on campaign performance (awareness, engagement, conversion) Track & report on franchise health through consumer engagement, sales performance, and cultural impact. Qualifications What We’re Looking For: 5+ years (3 years with MBA) experience in brand marketing (on brand or agency side), franchise management/marketing, content marketing, or purpose-driven strategy/marketing. Experience managing a portfolio spanning multiple categories (toys, apparel, publishing, etc.). Self-starter who is detail oriented, driven, focused, pro-active and collaborative Strategic thinking: Ability to define brand vision and multi-year roadmaps. Consumer insights & research: Strong understanding of consumer psychology, brand equity drivers, and cultural trends. Ability to synthesize data and pull insights to create recommendations Thorough understanding of marketing mix and KPIs Portfolio management: Balancing toys and non-toy CP categories under a unified brand. Cross-functional leadership: Skilled at influencing Design, Product, Marketing, and Franchise teams without direct authority. Financial acumen: Experience with P&L at the brand or category level. Communication skills: Excellent at storytelling, presentations, and influencing senior leadership. Strong PowerPoint creation and presentation skills, proficiency in Outlook, Word and Excel *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. Additional Information 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. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here! 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. Videos to watch: The Culture at Mattel Corporate Philanthropy Location: California - El Segundo Company: Mattel Sales Corp. Compensation: USD110000 - USD125000 - yearly

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for logistics categories, manage vendor relationships, and collaborate cross-functionally to optimize costs and supplier performance. | 3-5 years of strategic sourcing experience, strong negotiation skills, financial acumen, and experience in contract development. | 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: Behind every toy we create is a dynamic supply chain and a world-class procurement team that consistently delivers cost efficiencies, innovation, and value. Join our Global Procurement team as a Category Manager and lead strategic sourcing initiatives for some of our most exciting logistics categories! If you're passionate about building supplier partnerships, guiding cross-functional stakeholders, love a good negotiation, and want to make an impact at one of the world’s most recognized brands —this role is your next big move. Job Description The Opportunity: As our go-to expert for Equipment sourcing, you’ll own categories like robotics, automation and material handling equipment. You’ll collaborate with a network of cross-functional teams to drive cost savings, negotiate with top-tier vendors, and ensure our logistics network is lean, agile, and ready for anything. What Your Impact Will Be: Own and develop category strategies for logistics activities including robotics, automation and material handling equipment, grounded in data, forecasts, and stakeholder needs. Lead full-cycle sourcing initiatives (RFI/RFQ/RFP) globally —managing the projects from strategy and execution to vendor selection and contract closeout. Drive strategic decision-making by evaluating leasing vs buying options for Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) to achieve the best financial outcome. Act as the category expert—track industry trends, evaluate supplier capabilities, and continuously refine sourcing strategies to align with business goals. Drive supplier performance through KPIs, operational scorecards, and relationship management (SRM). Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and Logistics teams to align sourcing activities with company objectives. Influence and negotiate at all levels, from frontline suppliers to senior stakeholders, ensuring best-in-class deals and sustainable partnerships. Contribute to strategic planning by supporting budgeting, forecasting, and logistics roadmap development. Qualifications What We’re Looking For: You're strategic, curious, and ready to lead with a category mindset—always thinking bigger than just the next sourcing event. You thrive on complexity, excel at building relationships, and see Procurement as a strategic lever for business impact. 3-5 years of strategic sourcing experience (bonus if it’s in logistics or supply chain categories) A bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field is required; an MBA is preferred Top-notch negotiation skills and the ability to influence across all levels Strong financial acumen and analytical skills (Excel is your playground) Clear, confident communication skills and executive presence Experience working independently and managing multiple priorities Experience developing contracts in partnership with Legal and Risk Management Bonus points for: CPG industry experience Familiarity with procurement platforms (Coupa, CSO, Oracle, Infor Nexus) Spanish fluency (written and verbal) CPM or equivalent certification Willingness to travel up to 10% 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. Additional Information 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. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here! 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. Videos to watch: The Culture at Mattel Corporate Philanthropy Location: California - El Segundo Company: Mattel HQ, Inc. Compensation: USD109000 - USD131000 - yearly

Support and develop global brand marketing strategies, create compelling campaigns, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive portfolio growth. | Requires 5+ years in marketing with experience in product development, strong data analysis, and excellent presentation skills. | 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 Opportunity: The Associate Manager, Global Brand Marketing will support the Games Global Brand Team in delivering product and brand strategies that drive portfolio growth. Working closely with the Manager, Games Global Brand Marketing, cross-functional partners, and external stakeholders, the role ensures the portfolio receives strong, strategic marketing support—developing distinctive products and programs that are delivered within budget and scalable across global retail and ecommerce. Keys to success will be strong organizational skills with attention to detail, excellent communication skills (including written communication and oral presentations to small and large audiences), a can-do attitude, a passion for variety, and adaptive capacity. Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills is crucial for success in this role. This individual must be able to lead and motivate cross-functional teams and provide a compelling vision and strategy, be creative yet analytical/financially oriented, be resourceful in handling project roadblocks, and be a strong executer. What Your Impact Will Be: Ensure all brand product & marketing projects are supported by business strategy, objectives and insights Support in gaining buy-in to global product strategies at all levels, as well as executional commitment from internal partners to activate across key markets and key lines of business Work closely with the Product Design, Packaging and Development teams to bring innovative and compelling games to market on time and on budget backed by Consumer Insights Create unique retailer exclusive products and campaigns Communicate regularly with regional teams and lines of business to ensure needs are being met Prepare for and deliver presentations that convey a strategic message to large audiences Present with confidence to drive brand strategy and products Brief and develop marketing assets Help develop global marketing campaigns for execution at a local level Monitor key trends, brands and competitors’ performance in all markets Lead global business reporting and analysis Act as point of contact for brand inquiries and dissemination of brand information and assets Take initiative to clarify ever-changing business needs and challenges, and work appropriately with team and cross-functional partners to find solutions Qualifications What We’re Looking For: 5+ years (2 years with MBA) experience in marketing, preferably in product development Experience with company/product/marketing that is rooted in consumer trends Thorough understanding of marketing mix and KPIs Experience analyzing data and managing financials Ability to synthesize data and pull insights to create recommendations Strong skills presenting in front of large groups Highly organized, independent and detail oriented with strong follow up skills Strong time management, planning and project execution skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build solid collaborative relationships Strong PowerPoint creation and presentation skills, proficiency in Outlook, Word, and Excel *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. Additional Information 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. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here! 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. Videos to watch: The Culture at Mattel Corporate Philanthropy Location: California - El Segundo Company: Mattel Sales Corp. Compensation: USD110000 - USD125000 - yearly

Lead and execute global DTC logistics strategy, manage technology implementations, drive cost improvements, and collaborate cross-functionally to optimize fulfillment operations. | 5+ years in DTC operations or logistics management, strong cross-functional collaboration, technology and financial acumen, experience with 3PL and DTC IT systems preferred, and a master's degree preferred. | 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 Opportunity: Join Mattel's dynamic Global Logistics team as we expand our Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) capabilities to support a rapidly growing $1B business. This high-impact role is a key leader within the DTC Logistics organization, working across iconic brands such as Mattel Creations, American Girl, and our global DTC channels. Reporting to the VP of NA Logistics, the Director of DTC Global Logistics will shape and execute the global logistics strategy, drive innovation in fulfillment and technology, and lead cross-functional initiatives to optimize operations and enhance the consumer experience. This is a strategic, matrixed role with significant enterprise visibility and influence, ideal for a forward-thinking logistics leader passionate about transforming the future of e-commerce fulfillment. What Your Impact Will Be: Key Responsibilities: • DTC Logistics fulfillment cost improvement through new technology implementation, operational and fulfillment capabilities, and efficiency improvements. • Collaborate cross functionally including DTC - Commercial, Marketing, Finance, IT, Consumer Care, Planning, Product Development, Procurement, Compliance, DTC DC Operations & Transportation. • Manage DTC technology implementations and DTC Logistics capital spend enabling future growth to $1 billion Direct-to-Consumer business. • Lead the integration of AG into the Mattel Logistics network, impacting $300 million in sales. • Responsible for implementing DTC Logistics network footprint strategy i.e. current network redesign change management. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Program Manager for all global DTC Logistics initiatives. • Represent Logistics function on the DTC leadership team. • Develop strategic planning for supply chain & Logistics capability enhancement. • Manage DTC Logistics KPIs and targets. • Partner with Global Supply Chain and Global Technology Organization to develop technology-driven fulfillment strategy. • Build the US DTC physical Logistics network for competitive advantage. • Partner with IT, Procurement, and service providers for fulfillment data and systems integration. • Develop consumer feedback processes and collaborates with Consumer Care. • Execute and influence DTC returns policy. • Lead DTC capabilities to define, influence and deliver service level targets for competitive advantage. • Create and communicate Logistics and GSC performance scorecards for each DTC channel. • Scan the industry for DTC innovation and fulfillment best practices. • Lead DTC Logistics process improvement initiatives to improve service levels and reduce costs. Qualifications What We're Looking For: • 5+ years of experience supporting an online DTC (direct to consumer) business in a commercially focused operations management & fulfillment role with a brand, retailer or logistics company (e.g., FedEx, UPS, XPO, etc.). • Master's degree preferred in operations, Supply Chain, Business, Marketing, or another related field. • Strong ownership mindset, cross-functional collaboration skills and a drive to deliver results. • Strong knowledge of digital technology landscape and tools. • Strong analysis, planning & financial acumen. • Passion for the constant evolution of e-commerce and how consumers are finding new ways to engage with brands. • Highly enthusiastic and hands-on business approach. • Strong interpersonal, writing, and presentation skills. • DTC IT O-I (order to invoice) systems experience preferred. • Experiencing leveraging/managing 3PL providers preferred. • 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. Additional Information 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. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here! 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. Videos to watch: The Culture at Mattel Corporate Philanthropy

Design, develop, and maintain a comprehensive Hot Wheels vehicle database integrated with digital tools, ensuring data integrity and managing external contributors. | 5+ years in database management with strong SQL/NoSQL skills, experience building large-scale databases, API integration, project leadership, and collaboration with technical and non-technical teams. | CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER.Its our heritage and its also our future. Because we dont 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 heardwhen 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 Future Lab team's mission is to pioneer the future of play by identifying, incubating, and implementing new customer-facing, tech-enabled products, experiences and services beyond Mattel's conventional offerings and categories. Job Description The Opportunity: We are seeking a skilled and proactive Associate Product Manager to join the Future Lab team. This role is pivotal in developing and maintaining a comprehensive database of all Hot Wheels die-cast vehicles, ensuring it remains current with new product launches. This database will be the authoritative source for all Hot Wheels collector data and imagery, forming the backbone for future digital and physical collector experiences. The database will interface with customer-facing digital services, such as collector apps, necessitating understanding of database architecture and system integration. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with IT teams, photography units, and external Hot Wheels collectors to ensure the database's accuracy, completeness, and seamless integration. What Your Impact Will Be: Database Development & Integration Design, develop, and maintain a comprehensive database of all Hot Wheels die-cast vehicles. Collaborate with IT teams to build database architecture that supports integration with customer-facing digital tools like collector apps. Ensure the database supports seamless data exchange with internal systems and external platforms. Work with cross-functional stakeholders to align database capabilities with broader product, marketing, and digital goals. Data Integrity & Quality Control Develop and implement automated processes to detect errors, flag inconsistencies, and uphold data integrity. Establish workflows, documentation, and best practices to maintain database sustainability and reliability across teams. Manage incoming data signals from internal teams, partners, and automated tools to ensure ongoing accuracy. External Contributor Management Manage a group of external Hot Wheels experts to verify and enhance database entries. Research and retrieve data for legacy and obscure items from external sources to build a complete catalog. Qualifications What Were Looking For: Minimum 5+ years of experience in database management, data architecture, or a related field, preferably in a consumer-facing industry. Demonstrated experience setting up and organizing new or emerging data sets from scratch, ensuring rapid initial growth and long-term sustainability. Experience in organizing or managing databases for collectibles, historical archives, or similar cataloging systems. Prior experience designing and implementing large-scale databases that support product catalogs, digital integrations, or e-commerce platforms. Strong technical expertise in SQL, NoSQL, relational databases, and database management systems such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle. Experience collaborating with IT teams to develop and maintain API integrations and automated data pipelines. Proven ability to work cross-functionally with creative, marketing, and product development teams. Experience managing external partnerships, contributors, or third-party data providers. Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and data pipelines. Personal Attributes Required: Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure accuracy in large datasets. Ability to drive data integrity and process automation initiatives with minimal oversight. Highly resourceful in finding and verifying missing information from external sources. Adept at designing efficient processes for data entry, validation, and updates, optimizing workflows without compromising quality. Proven project leadership skillsdefining scope, creating roadmaps, managing milestones, and tracking success metrics. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams. Ability to spot and correct inconsistencies or errors before they become systemic. Passion for organization, documentation, and building scalable systems. A passion for collectibles, particularly Hot Wheels, or a deep appreciation for fan and collector culture is a strong plus. The annual base salary range for this position is between $98,400 and $149,000 **This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidates 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. Additional Information Dont meet every single requirement?At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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 worlds 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. Mattels award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more. Visit us athttps://jobs.mattel.com/andwww.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. Videos to watch: The Culture at Mattel Corporate Philanthropy #J-18808-Ljbffr