Operations Specialist OD & Inclusion

The Operations Specialist OD & Inclusion is responsible for supporting the day-to-day execution and coordination of strategic initiatives across the global OD & Inclusion team including Organization Development & Transformation Talent Learning and Inclusion.

This role will serve as the central operational point of support for the VP and their direct reports globally owning project workflows vendor coordination budget tracking and cross-functional communications. This role ensures the team operates efficiently and effectively enabling a smooth experience for both internal stakeholders and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Project & Program Coordination

• Manage project plans timelines and action trackers across key OD Talent L&D and Inclusion initiatives
• Lead documentation and logistics for cross-functional enterprise programs and internal enablement sessions

• Vendor & Contract Management

• Track all contracts and SOWs ensuring timely renewals routing and approvals
• Coordinate onboarding of vendors and external consultants
• Serve as liaison between team leaders and Procurement/Finance teams

• Budget Tracking & Financial Operations

• Monitor budget spend and forecasts in collaboration with VP
• Track learning and development investments inclusion program expenses and vendor invoices
• Ensure consistent financial tracking across the team

• Internal Communications & Coordination

• Owns coordination and quality control of published enterprise communications in alignment with OD & Inclusion team leads. This includes maintain pertinent content up to date across all employee communication platforms
• Manage executive briefing materials for enterprise initiatives

Qualifications :

Qualifications

• A high level of English proficiency is required
• 46 years of experience in operations program coordination or people & culture project support roles
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Familiarity with budget management vendor coordination and internal communications
• Excellent attention to detail and cross-functional stakeholder support experience
• Uses judgement to prioritize competing timelines across multiple enterprise programs
• Experience and comfort working across multiple time zones

Additional Information :

What Its Like to Work Here:

Mattel is passionate about our employee experience which is built on community opportunity and purpose. Our employees are at their best when theyre recognized rewarded and empowered to drive their own Mattel journey thats why we offer flexible work schedules unlimited paid time off for exempt employees a generous holiday schedule and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Depending on location we also provide on-site resources like childcare and a fitness center to help seamlessly integrate work and life. There are endless opportunities to grow here with a strong focus on career development open access to senior leadership and on-site and online training. Employees often say the best part of working at Mattel is the people and we build our community tP&Cough employee resource groups clubs leagues and activities that allow you to bring the whole you to work. Were a family-friendly inclusive purpose-driven company that provides ample time and unique opportunities to give back to the communities in which we work and play.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global childrens entertainment company that specializes in design and production of quality toys and consumer products. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire entertain and develop children tP&Cough play. We engage consumers tP&Cough our portfolio of iconic franchises including Barbie Hot Wheels American Girl Fisher-Price Thomas & Friends and MEGA as well as other popular brands 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 40 locations and sell products in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the worlds leading retail and technology companies. Since its founding in 1945 Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in exploring the wonder of childhood and empowering kids to reach their full potential.

Visit us at and 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 individuals with disabilities and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time