Analyst, Sustainable Product & Packaging

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 Opportunity: 

Mattel is seeking an Analyst, Sustainable Product and Packaging to join the Global Sustainability and Social Impact team in El Segundo, CA. This role will support the growth and success of Mattel’s product and packaging sustainability strategy, including coordination of the sustainability attribute and certification process and partnership with design and development teams to drive progress to global goals.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and excels at putting strategies into action. Some familiarity with the landscape of sustainability certifications and regulations will be helpful.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

Reporting to the Manager, Sustainability & Circularity, the responsibilities of this Analyst will include but not be limited to:

• Maintaining the sustainable product and packaging attributes and certification process, including engagement with standard bearers and verifiers, collecting data from supporting functions and suppliers, and managing documentation, approvals and results
• Maintaining and evolve content in guidelines and resources on Mattel's product and packaging sustainability attributes
• Supporting the creation and delivery of educational resources to the product design, development and brand teams regarding product and packaging sustainability attributes
• Monitoring updates, risks, and opportunities across partner requirements, industry trends, and global regulations impacting product and packaging sustainability
• Supporting on the delivery and execution of product and packaging sustainability strategies across design and development teams to drive progress to global goals
• Gathering and monitor product and packaging data to drive progress to global sustainability goals
• Collecting and provide product and packaging data inputs for annual sustainability and social impact reporting
• Ad hoc projects and assigned duties, as necessary

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in a sustainability-related field e.g. environmental science or engineering  
• 2+ years of professional experience working in sustainability or a related role 
• Familiarity with sustainable material and product certifications and awareness of sustainability regulations impacting products and packaging (e.g. Extended Producer Responsibility schemes) 
• Highly collaborative and able to build relationships throughout an organization 
• Analytical problem-solving skills with an understanding of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies 
• Ability to efficiently handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, adapt to shifting priorities, and be very detail-oriented 
• Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams 
• Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to manage relationships, and excellent time management skills 
• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning and embracing challenges

The annual base salary range for this position is between $80,000 and $98,000.
**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.

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.

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.

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