Associate Manager, Strategic Planning

The Opportunity: 

The Associate Manager Strategic Planning is responsible for translating business priorities into medium and long range product supply strategies that enable reliable cost effective support for manufacturing and procurement within Mattels Global Supply Chain organization. This role partners closely with Product Supply Procurement Manufacturing Finance and cross functional stakeholders to assess capacity material availability inventory implications and supply risks then convert those insights into actionable plans and recommendations. The position provides decision support to the Sr Manager Product Supply Operations who reports to the VP of Product Supply to drive planning discipline across the function.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Develop and maintain strategic planning frameworks models and routines that align manufacturing and procurement plans with service inventory and cost objectives.
• Partner with the Sr Manager Product Supply Operations to shape medium and long range product supply strategies priorities and executive recommendations.
• Lead scenario planning for production capacity supplier readiness material availability and key supply constraints to support business changes launches and peak season requirements.
• Translate procurement and manufacturing inputs into integrated product supply strategies clearly identifying trade offs dependencies risks and mitigation actions.
• Analyze supply continuity risks including lead time shifts supplier limitations component shortages and network bottlenecks and recommend practical contingency plans.
• Build and monitor planning metrics dashboards and analyses related to capacity utilization supply performance inventory health service and cost efficiency.
• Support cross functional planning forums by preparing clear insights alternatives and decision ready materials for senior leadership.
• Lead strategic projects tied to sourcing transitions manufacturing footprint changes launch readiness productivity opportunities and working capital improvement.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning tools governance and ways of working to enhance analytical rigor and speed of decision making.

Qualifications :

What Were Looking For:

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Operations Business Industrial Engineering Finance or a related field is required.
• MBA or other relevant advanced degree is preferred.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in supply chain strategy product supply strategic planning procurement manufacturing planning operations or a related function.
• APICS ASCM CPIM CSCP PMP or similar certification is preferred.
• Experience supporting both manufacturing and procurement in a complex global business environment is required.
• Experience in consumer products durable goods or other fast paced manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Prior experience leading coaching or directing analytical talent is preferred.
• Strong understanding of end to end supply chain processes including manufacturing sourcing inventory material planning and supplier management.
• Demonstrated ability to perform scenario planning capacity analysis and data driven decision support for senior leaders.
• Advanced analytical capability including strong Excel skills and experience with ERP MRP or supply planning systems; experience with SAP Power BI or Tableau is preferred.
• Ability to synthesize complex data into clear insights practical recommendations and concise executive level communication.
• Strong project management organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Proven ability to collaborate and influence across functions levels and geographies.
• Thinks strategically and uses sound judgment to balance service cost inventory and risk considerations.
• Builds strong cross functional partnerships and works effectively through influence.
• Demonstrates ownership accountability and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Communicates clearly with confidence and credibility across both technical and non technical audiences.
• Develops talent and fosters high standards for analytical quality and teamwork.
• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning embracing challenges and improving themselves.
• Occasional travel may be required to Mattel offices suppliers manufacturing locations or business meetings as needed.

*The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range however base pay 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. Join Mattels 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 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.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time