Associate Manager - Strategic Sourcing - Mattel, Inc.and Subsidiaries : Job Details

Posting Title Associate Manager - Strategic SourcingRequisition Number R232442Company Mattel HQ, Inc.Location El Segundo, CaliforniaAddress 333 Continental BoulevardZip Code 90245Job Category Purchasing

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:About Mattel's Global Supply Chain:

The Global Supply Chain Organization is a vital competitive advantage at Mattel, constantly evolving to support our diverse and exciting portfolio of products! This role is an integral part of our mission to ensure products are delivered across the globe with the highest service standards, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. As Associate Manager - Strategic Sourcing, you will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally with key stakeholders throughout the organization and directly manage external partnerships. This position provides unmatched exposure to Mattel's global supply chain network and plays a critical role in our vision of becoming a World-Class Strategic Sourcing organization.

The Opportunity:

The Associate Manager- Strategic Sourcing is an individual contributor role that will be assigned certain Logistics categories and projects to manage to positive outcomes. This role is responsible for the execution of sourcing strategies, with emphasis on identifying, analyzing, and quantifying opportunities, managing RFI and RFPs, vendor negotiations, and contract management. Functional areas include, but are not limited to, Land Transportation, Customs Brokerage, MHE, and supplies sourcing.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Support the execution of North America (Mexico, US & Canada) end-to-end RFI/RFQ/RFPs for transportation, Material Handling Equipment (including forklifts and batteries in the DCs), customs brokers, pallets, and other Logistics categories, from creation to vendor performance management, in collaboration with an Integrated Sourcing Team (IST).
• Develop and recommend category strategies and identify savings opportunities based on internal data, market trends, forecasts, and Mattel objectives.
• Manage daily communications with internal and external parties, analyze and report KPIs and operational scorecards.
• Build knowledge of market trends for assigned categories to inform sourcing strategies and internal stakeholders.
• Assist Manager with financial forecasting through spend analysis and cost reconciliation.
• Share best practices to improve group effectiveness.
• Work with Manager to develop and update a Logistics Road Map.
• Review contracts with Legal/Risk Management to ensure protections and identify procurement risks and opportunities.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience: 3-5 years of relevant strategic sourcing experience
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field
• Ability to work independently and achieve complex deliverables
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills
• Ability to build relationships internally and externally
• Experience in developing and presenting executive decks
• Negotiation and stakeholder influence skills
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications: CPM or similar
• Industry Experience: CPG background
• Familiarity with sourcing systems (Coupa, CSO, Oracle, Infor Nexus)
• Experience in contract development with Legal
• Willingness to travel (up to 10%)
• Spanish fluency (verbal and written)

The annual base salary range is $105,000 - $132,000, determined by location, skills, and experience.

We encourage diverse applicants, even if all qualifications are not met. If you're excited about this role, apply—we value potential and diversity.

How We Work:

• We collaborate: Working as one team with shared goals.
• We innovate: Creating new ways to develop products and experiences.
• We execute: Striving for excellence and accountability.

Our Approach to Flexible Work:

We promote a flexible work environment to support growth, wellbeing, and performance.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a global leader in toys and entertainment, with iconic brands like Barbie, Hot Wheels, and Fisher-Price. Since 1945, we've been inspiring children and families worldwide.

Visit us at and follow us on Instagram @MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all applicants without regard to protected characteristics.

We also consider applicants with criminal records, pursuant to local laws.

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