• Job Description

  Req#: R226882

  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.

  The Team:

  Mattel is on a journey to evolving our approach to Asset Creation and Production. We have recently invested in new technologies and tools, both having a sizable impact on the way we work. As part of this transformation, Mattel is standing up a newly created organization in support of our brands and is looking for a Manager, Human Resources to serve as the primary HRBP for this function.

  This is an exciting opportunity for an individual passionate about developing new functional capabilities and driving organizational change within a globally recognized company. This position requires change management experience, a strategic mindset, and the ability to effectively collaborate within highly matrixed functional areas.

  Job Description

  The Opportunity:

  • Own the day-to-day HRBP responsibilities tied to the employee lifecycle.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor and change agent to business leaders and collaborate on strategic HR initiatives to support business objectives.
  • Implement & mobilize change management plans that align with the organization's vision and goals, ensuring successful execution and adoption.
  • Coach and support managers in effectively managing change to their respective teams, along with other HR matters, including employee relations, performance management, and talent acquisition and retention.
  • Develop and implement HR programs and policies that align with company values and promote a positive work environment.
  • Drive talent management initiatives, including the Org & Talent Planning (OTP) process including Accelerated Performance, Succession Planning, and Development.
  • Partner with the HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) to such as compensation and benefits, talent acquisition, learning and development, and employee engagement.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in HR, adapting and applying them to the organization as appropriate.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of change initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and making necessary adjustments.
  • Collaborate with HR colleagues to ensure the alignment of change management efforts with other HR programs and initiatives.

  What Your Impact Will Be:

  • Play a vital role in building and developing a newly created function within a global organization.
  • Drive HR strategies and initiatives with our overall business objectives.
  • Partner closely with the business to foster a high-performing culture, enhance employee engagement, and support business growth.

  Qualifications

  What We’re Looking For:

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Manager, with a focus on change management.
  • Strong understanding of change management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
  • Demonstrated experience in implementing change management plans in complex organizational environments.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret data to assess the impact of change and measure success.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.

  Key Characteristics:

  • Must be a strong leader, able to lead cross functional teams and meetings with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
  • Problem solver and intellectually curious
  • Self-starter/able to get things done in an entrepreneurial fashion

  Salaried: To be used for positions up to Director level:
  The annual base salary range for this position is between $115k and $140k
  **This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary 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.

• About the company

  Mattel, Inc. is an American multinational toy manufacturing company founded in 1945 with headquarters in El Segundo, California.

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