Sr Data Analyst – (Brand Consultant)

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: 

Do you thrive on uncovering insights through data, are a seasoned data storyteller, and are you looking for an exciting career supporting brands like Hot Wheels, Barbie, and Fisher-Price? The Product Quality Analytics (PQA) team is seeking a highly skilled brand consultant with a strong focus on data storytelling to join our dynamic group supporting global Quality, Safety, and Sustainability. This role involves collaboration with global brand teams, quality engineering partners, and various stakeholders to drive data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of and interest in data analysis, AI tools, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Data Analysis and Interpretation: Conduct thorough data analysis to identify key trends, patterns, and insights, and present findings in a clear and visually engaging manner.
• Stakeholder Presentations: Prepare and deliver high-impact insights and lesson learned presentations to stakeholders, to drive the development of high-quality products.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including quality engineering, global brand teams, and leadership - understand their data needs and translate them into effective insights for future development.
• Assist in development of Dashboards/Tools: Collaborate with PQA data team and global brand teams for enhancement proposals for interactive dashboards and reports in Tableau, to meet the evolving needs of the business.
• Mentor and Train: Offer guidance and empower cross-functional team members to utilize analytical tools independently, while fostering a data-driven culture.
• Innovation and Experimentation: Stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies in data storytelling and data analytics, continuously seeking opportunities to innovate and improve our insights and storytelling capabilities.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.
• Domestic travel on occasion.

What We’re Looking For:

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in data analysis and data storytelling, with a demonstrated success of influence on actionable decisions made through data-driven insights.
• Highly Technical: Experienced in Tableau, Confluence, and Jira, with strong analytical and data visualization skills. Familiarity with AI tooling, and experience with BigQuery and programming languages such as Python or R considered a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in data analysis, statistics, mathematics, economics, business, or related analytical field is required.

Skills

• Critical Thinking: Evaluating data and insights critically to ensure accuracy and relevance.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Presentation Skills: Ability to present complex information clearly and concisely, while tailoring the narrative to specific needs and knowledge levels of the audience.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem solver with the ability to think critically and creatively.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.

*The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay 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. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here!

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 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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