Mattel Retail Service Merchandiser RPT - Freehold, NJ 07728

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 Team:
This is Retail Service at Mattel. We get it done! The Mattel Retail Service organization is an extension of our Sales & Marketing teams - at the store level. Our team is made up of retail experts who are dedicated to providing premier in-store execution & conversion. With over 50 years of continuous service at Mattel, we focus on Merchandising, Retail Execution, Customer Service, Sales and Training, while delivering real time Business Insights. We are passionate about our portfolio of leading global brands and our success in the marketplace.   We embrace growth, opportunity, innovation and support teamwork. We are the best full-service organization in the industry!

The Opportunity: 
Our Retail Service team is looking for a Part Time Representative to work up to 30 hours per week (more during 4th quarter, our peak season)  to drive Mattel’s business at our key accounts. We are looking for team members who are passionate about merchandising, enjoy interacting with customers & store management and feel a sense of pride making a difference in our overall sales.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Develop strong, ongoing partnerships with Store Management
• Merchandise Mattel/Fisher Price products on shelf
• Set Account Planned Programs
• Sell product to Walmart Store Management to improve the aisle in-stocks and increase out of aisle unplanned space
• Negotiate with Store Management for unplanned space throughout the store; Front of Store, Seasonal Department,  Grocery,  Infants Depts.
• Lead, train and work with local market Associate representatives year-round
• Coordinate and conduct In-store Events and in-store demonstrations
• Implement Point of Purchase materials and execute projects
• Accurately provide key survey data on each account
• Brand ambassador of Mattel/FP Brands and products.
• Be the “eyes” in the store and report Business Insights back to the leadership team
• Participate in meetings and ongoing training
• Complete assignments in Emerging Channel Accounts; Kohl’s, Macy’s, etc.

What We’re Looking For: 

• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.
  
  Leadership Skills & Personal Attributes Required:
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Tech savvy (Microsoft office, familiar with iOS/iPad)
• Detail oriented
• Sense of urgency
• Resourceful decision-maker
• Competitive spirit & self motivator
• Accountable
• Regular & reliable attendance
  
  Education Required:
• High School Graduate or GED equivalent, some college preferred
  
  Basic Job Qualifications:
• Available to work daytime hours during the week and occasional required weekends based on demands of the business. Total weekly hours average from 30-35 hours per week
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Have access to reliable internet access
• Have a valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle with current car insurance which indicates you as the insured or have reliable transportation
• Physical requirements: climbing ladders up to 12’ tall, ability to regularly lift up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist or chest height, operate power tools (screw driver & drill), able to stand, bend, twist, squat, kneel and walk for long periods of time, while adhering to safety policies and expectations.
• Must live within the parameters of the territory to service/partner with assigned stores in the territory which includes Freehold, NJ 07728.

We offer comprehensive benefits for this position, including, but not limited to medical insurance, mileage reimbursement and a 401K matching program.

The base hourly rate for this position is between $20 and $23.75.
**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base hourly rate will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. 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.

Our Approach to Flexible Work:

We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

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 more than 195 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies.

Mattel is recognized as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.

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

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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