Associate Manager, Demand Planning

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:  Across our Planning colleagues, we work to enable Mattel to win and deliver profitable growth through the right Demand, Supply & Inventory. We connect the dots across functions through the Business Planning process, focusing on People, Service, Cost and Cash. Those in Planning positions across our organisation play a critical role in the journey to transform the overall Supply Chain into a competitive advantage. 

The Opportunity: 

Being part of the EMEA Supply Chain Team, the Associate Manager, Demand Planning role is based in the UK and reports directly into the Supply Chain Manager for Pan-EU Amazon. In this role, you will have 1 direct report.  Your role is to lead and execute the Business Planning Process framework, S&OP and Demand Planning process for Pan-EU Amazon as a regional customer; to drive continuous improvements, aligned with regional and global best practices. 

Pan-EU Amazon covers all Amazon’s Marketplaces in Europe (currently UK, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Poland, Sweden, Netherlands, Belgium and Ireland). Key stakeholders are based across the region in multiple countries. 

The EMEA region is a complex, international and dynamic environment and this high-exposure role offers the candidate an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the business and collaborate across functions and countries. 

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Drive improvements in Forecast Variance 
• Lead the local S&OP process with the Demand Planners and Commercial teams, following the monthly cadence 
• Create an independent (most-likely) Demand Plan, using Sales and Marketing inputs. Challenge key stakeholders in the commercial teams to address and close gaps 
• Control the Demand Planning and Submission process 
• Manage, coach and develop the team 
• Attract, grow and retain Talent 
• Key stakeholder management (leadership, commercial, supply chain) across markets 
• Proactively identifying constraints and challenges and developing solutions to mitigate impacts 
• Manage Inventory (Levels and health), and align coverage with business targets 

What We’re Looking For: 

• At least 5 - 7 years experience in a supply chain planning role with increasing responsibilities 
• Demonstrated experience in running an S&OP process 
• People management and development experience, preferably in an international (virtual) environment 
• Self assured and skilled communicator both verbally and written including meeting facilitation and presentations 
• Ability to perform in a demanding, dynamic and highly visible organisation 
• Ability to influence and achieve expected results independently by establishing effective cross-functional & cross-culture relationships 
• High level of organizational and time management skills 
• Strong problem solving & analytical ability 
• Working knowledge of demand planning processes and tools; experience with Anaplan, Tableau and Cognos is a plus 
• Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management,  Supply-Chain or Engineering 
• Expert proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint 
• APICS certification or equivalent a plus 

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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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