Associate Marketing Activation Operations Analyst

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.

The Commercial Operations role supports the execution of commercial marketing processes by delivering data‑driven insights, reporting, and operational coordination across regions. This role plays a critical part in enabling visibility into brand performance, supporting planning cycles, and maintaining consistency in reporting and governance. Working closely with cross‑functional and regional partners, the analyst helps ensure disciplined execution of the commercial marketing operating rhythm and contributes to informed decision‑making at the global level.

• Support consolidation of regional performance data (revenue, margin, A&P, forecasts) into standardized reports
• Analyze trends to identify risks and opportunities and highlight key insights for leadership
• Assist in preparing materials for business reviews (monthly, quarterly) and planning cycles
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of KPIs and reporting definitions across regions

• Coordinate inputs from regions to support annual operating plan (AOP) and long‑range planning processes
• Maintain planning templates, trackers, and documentation to ensure alignment and transparency
• Track A&P spend against guidelines and flag variances

• Support execution of the commercial marketing calendar (e.g., monthly reviews, QBRs)
• Prepare agendas, capture action items, and track follow‑ups to ensure accountability
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency in reporting and planning processes

• Partner with regional commercial teams, finance, sales, and insights to gather inputs and validate data
• Act as a coordination point to ensure timely and accurate information flow Support alignment of materials with global standards and frameworks

• 1+ years of experience in marketing analytics, business analysis, finance, or a related field
• Experience working with data sets, reporting tools, or dashboards (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau)
• Exposure to cross‑functional or matrixed environments preferred
• Strong analytical capability with attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to interpret financial and performance data and translate into insights
• Proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools
• Ability to synthesize information into clear, concise summaries
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable preparing materials for leadership audiences with guidance
• Effective collaborator across teams and geographies
• Organized with strong time management and follow‑through
• Demonstrates accountability and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced environment
• Structured thinker with a process‑oriented approach
• Proactive in identifying issues and suggesting improvements
• Adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrated growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves

* The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range; however, base pay 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.

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, 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.