Sr Project Management Associate - Global Corporate Events
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 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.
Job Description
The Opportunity:
- Assist management with identifying and implementing adjustments to SOPs.
- Function as project manager for all assigned jobs by overseeing assignments from beginning to end. Work with design to facilitate creative development.
- Liaison with Senior/Executive Management, Creative and other Service Group partners to achieve objectives.
- Serve as department expert for the Hot Wheels portfolio. Manage Hot Wheels Toy Fair gallery, external and internal Hot Wheel’s events, retail executions, activations, and conventions.
- Collaborate with the Franchise team and coordinate their statements within the Toy Fair galleries.
- Lead large-scale corporate events, specifically Toy Fair special events, Sales and corporate meetings.
- Ensure successful execution of assigned projects.
- Define the scope of a project with client groups, TSS support teams (CAD, Graphics, and Fabrication), external creative groups, and any third-party vendors.
- Generate and communicate project timelines, key dates, and task sequencing to all parties involved.
- Manage budgets; seek estimates from appropriate partner groups, track project expenditures. Reconcile finances upon completion of the project.
- Travel will be required for this position
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in design, business management, or relatable degree (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of work experience; Minimum of 4 years professional experience in Experiential Marketing, Events, Themed Entertainment, or Trade Show industries in a production management/design capacity.
- Proactive, self-starter who can work independently or as part of a team.
- Strong organizational and time management skills. Strict attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated project management experience.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external clients.
- Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal); must have strong executive presence to effectively liaison with senior management.
- Computer Proficiency:
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Teams, Word minimum)
- Basic Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)
- Basic CAD familiarity (Vector Works preferred, AutoCAD acceptable)
- Web development (6Connex, Centric, DAMs, PIMs)
The annual base salary range for this position is between $92,800 and $116,000.
**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. 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
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t 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.
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.
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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 world’s 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.
Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.
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Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
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