Retail Team Associate - Freehold, NJ

Mattel Retail Team Associate - Freehold, NJ 07712

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.

We're the powerhouse behind incredible in-store execution, bringing Mattel's world-class toys to life! Our team is made up of retail experts who provide premier in-store execution & conversion. We embrace growth, opportunity, innovation, and supportive teamwork. We are passionate about our portfolio of leading global brands and our success in the marketplace. We are the best full-service organization in the industry!

The Opportunity:

As a Seasonal Team Associate, you'll partner with a Mattel Retail Services Representative to grow Mattel's presence at major retailers, working a minimum of 15 hours per week during our busiest holiday season. We are looking for enthusiastic temporary team members who are passionate about merchandising, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to drive results and make magic happen this holiday season!

This job can open the door to future merchandising career opportunities with Mattel.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Brand ambassador of Mattel/Fisher-Price brands and products
• Collaborate with your lead Mattel Representative to secure prime product placements for Mattel's iconic brands
• Partner with lead Mattel Representative on monthly scheduling
• Unpack cases of various Mattel toys
• Merchandise and organize product on the sales floor
• Construct & deconstruct store fixtures including shelving and racking
• Implement point of purchase materials
• Execute special projects as assigned including, but not limited to store events
• Administrative tasks including but not limited to managing time entry, attending meetings, trainings, checking email etc.

What We're Looking For:

Basic

Job Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Preferred work hours are during the weekday during daytime hours; occasional weekends
• Must be available to work a minimum of 15 hours per week
• Up to date smartphone and/or computer with Chrome Browser to access  for time worked entries, email and Workday. Other browsers (e.g. Duck Duck Go ) are not supported. A mobile phone is required for multi-factor authentication to receive SMS(text) or voice call.
• Must have access to reliable internet
• Must have reliable transportation to travel to and between assigned store locations (gas mileage reimbursement per company policy)
• Reside within approximately 20 miles of the assigned territory/store cluster or otherwise able to reliably service the assigned territory

Physical Requirements:

• Stand, bend, twist, squat, kneel, reach
• Walk for long periods of time
• Climb ladders up to 12' tall
• Lift up to 25 pounds frequently, 50 pounds occasionally
• Push/pull carts containing product - occasionally up to 100 lbs
• Operate power tools (screwdriver & drill)

About You:

• Merchandising, retail or customer service experience (preferred, but not required)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ensure tasks are completed efficiently with a strong sense of urgency
• Represent the brand with professionalism and a positive attitude
• Bring a flexible, adaptable mindset and enjoy collaborating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Eagerness to learn new skills with a safety-first mentality
• Tech-savvy (smartphone, apps)

Ready to make an impact this holiday season? Apply today! The hourly rate for this position is $20.00.

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…