IT- Offshore Global Supply Chain Tower Head

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:

The Opportunity: 

What Your Impact Will Be: 

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager IT – Supply Chain to lead all the supply chain offshore team in India. This role will be responsible for leading the Supply Chain Manufacturing, Planning, Logistics, Product Development, Consumer Services and Quality teams, as well as overseeing Integration and Technical teams to ensure seamless end-to-end operations and system alignment. The ideal candidate will have a strong operational background in IT delivery, excellent cross-functional leadership skills, strategic thinking, and digital transformation experience. This role requires close collaboration with onshore teams and stakeholders to ensure seamless operational delivery.  The candidate must be willing to work on site 4 days a week in Hyderabad, during US EST time zone. 

Key Responsibilities:  

• Strategy & Leadership: Develop and execute mid-to-long-term supply chain strategies aligned with global goals. Lead cross-functional teams, mentor junior talent, and foster a high-performance culture. Provide regular business updates to senior leadership. 

• Project Deliverables: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. 

• Collaboration: Work closely with onshore teams, to align offshore activities with overall business objectives and project goals. 

• Resource Allocation: Efficiently allocate and manage resources to meet project / operation demands and optimize productivity. 

• Communication: Facilitate effective communication between offshore and onshore teams, ensuring transparency and alignment on project status, risks, and issues. 

• Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve operational challenges to ensure smooth project execution. 

• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, providing regular updates and addressing any concerns or requirements. 

Qualifications: 

• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field; MBA preferred. 

• Experience: 15+ years of experience in supply chain management roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership position.  

• Technical Skills: Proven experience in supply chain planning, manufacturing, operations, logistics, product development, consumer services and quality management. 

• Leadership Skills: Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across global teams. 

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges. 

• Cultural Awareness: Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and manage teams across different time zones. 

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 you to apply. 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 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 generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

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.

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