Job Description

THE OPPORTUNITY: 

The Senior Planning Analyst is a key partner with our Demand and Supply Planning organizations, will be charged with understanding key business processes and will contribute to coordinate, as part of the Sales & Operation Planning organization, the interactions between Supply/Plant Manufacturing and Regional Demand Planning. The incumbent will help develop the supply planning process, tools, and standard reporting as well as be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the supply planning tools in use.

WHAT YOUR IMPACT WILL BE: 

• Oversee the periodical generation of the Supply Plan to the Manufacturing team, ensuring its accuracy and optimality
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve inventory turnover
• Perform monthly supply/demand review with Demand Planners and Manufacturing Planners to monitor the overall demand/supply status and proactively initiate any needed corrective or improvement initiatives
• Proactively monitor demand volatility and supply/demand match ratios, identifying any early actions might be taken to improve them as per Company’s guidelines
• Lead root cause analysis and use data to support development of Global Supply Planning processes and procedures
• Support strategic project initiatives and change management related to process improvements within Global Supply Planning

Qualifications

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR: 

• 3 to 5 years of experience in supply chain positions (plan, source, make, deliver) preferably in a consumer products industry
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in Business Intelligence tools (e.g. Cognos, Tableau, Power BI, etc.)
• Experience with Supply Planning tools (like Blue Yonder) is preferred
• Coding experience in SQL, R or Python preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• Ability to collaborate and influence various roles and profiles across the business to build trust, consensus and drive results
• Strong analytical skills: ability to analyze raw data, draw conclusions, and develop actionable recommendations

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