Associate Manager People & Culture Technology

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.

Job Description

The Opportunity:  

We are seeking a highly capable Associate Manager to support the execution of key strategic initiatives across the region, aligned with global objectives. This role will act as a regional expert, providing critical local insights to ensure the effective implementation and adoption of global systems and processes. By understanding the unique needs of the region, the Associate Manager will help bridge global strategy with local execution, driving alignment and operational success.

The Associate Manager, People Systems is responsible for the management and optimization of Mattel’s People (HR) Systems (Workday + local applications) to meet organizational needs and strategic objectives. This role will support various Workday HCM business systems and provide escalated tier support of issues and various project initiatives. This is a hands-on role with the opportunity to provide support on all aspects of People Systems including core HCM, time tracking, absence, advanced compensation, talent and reporting modules as well as supporting various local People Technology/Payroll applications.

This role is based in one of Mattel’s global offices and reports directly into the Director People Technology.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Execute strategic priorities within region
• Collaborate with People & Culture and Technology teams to improve system processes and user experience.
• Provide functional support to Workday SMEs
• Collaborate with business owners and technical teams to understand requirements, configure, prototype and test Workday solutions for varying business requirement
• Write and maintain business requirements, functional specifications, test plans, and training documentation
• Collaborate with HR and IT teams to improve system processes and user experience.
• Maintain compliance with data privacy regulations and internal security policies.
• Evaluate and recommend new HR technologies as needed.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For: 

• 5+ years of HRIS experience (preferably with global)
• A bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, HR management, business administration, or equivalent work experience.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle, ADP).
• Strong understanding of HR processes and best practices.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
• Clear and effective communicator, able to communicate with colleagues with credibility across the globe
• Ability to plan own workload, meet deadlines, proven project management experience
• Maintain confidentiality with sensitive data

Additional Information

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.

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.

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, military spouses, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.