Job Abstract

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: 

We are seeking a highly skilled Sr IT Project Manager, ERP to lead and oversee the implementation of [ERP system, e.g., Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics] across our organization. The candidate will have a proven track record in delivering large-scale ERP programs, excellent leadership abilities, transformation experience, and a deep understanding of IT project management and business process re-design.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

Program Leadership:

• Lead the end-to-end implementation of the Global ERP system, ensuring alignment with business goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all ERP program-related activities.
• Deliver multiple business capabilities across 150 markets across multiple time zones.

Project Planning and Execution:

• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, milestones, resource allocation, risk management, and contingency planning.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including IT, business stakeholders, and external vendors, to ensure project success.
• Manage and lead multiple streams of projects/ programs to drive initiatives to success outcomes 

Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate with executive leadership and department heads to define program objectives, priorities, and deliverables.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders and provide recommendations for resolution.

Team Management:

• Build and manage a high-performing project team, including internal staff, contractors, and multiple vendors and third-party consultants.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members to ensure successful delivery.

Risk and Issue Management:  

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues throughout the program lifecycle.
• Develop and implement corrective actions as needed to ensure project continuity.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure the ERP solution meets business requirements and quality standards through rigorous testing and validation processes.
• Oversee data migration, system integration, and user acceptance testing.

Change Management:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive change management strategy to facilitate user adoption and minimize disruption.
• Provide training and support to end-users and stakeholders.

Budget and Resource Management:

• Manage program budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and transparency.
• Optimize resource utilization across project phases.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• [Preferred] Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, or ITIL).
• 15+ years of experience in IT program management, with a focus on ERP implementations.
• Experience in managing multi-site or global ERP implementations.
• Must have cloud-based ERP solutions and SaaS models.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements related to ERP systems.
• Supply Chain System Implementation Background including: Master Data, Product Development Lifecycle, Logistics, Order Management, etc 
• Proven success in leading large-scale, complex ERP projects, Oracle ERP implementation is a must.
• Waterfall and Agile delivery models 
• Strong understanding of ERP systems, business processes, and enterprise architecture.
• Expertise in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.

The annual base salary range for this position is between $163,000 and $190,000.
**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. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.

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.

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 Affirmative Action/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, and 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.

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