Manager Procurement-Indirect

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:

Based in El Segundo, CA, you will manage sourcing execution for your assigned category — Commercial, Tech, People, or Operations — primarily across North America (U.S. and Canada), with exposure to global initiatives and supplier negotiations. Proficiency in additional languages is a plus. You’ll lead sourcing projects above $250K, ensuring cost efficiency, supplier performance, and compliance.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Lead end-to-end sourcing projects and contract negotiations.
• Conduct spend and market analysis to identify savings opportunities.
• Partner with stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business goals.
• Manage supplier relationships, ensuring service and compliance.
• Support regional and global initiatives to harmonize sourcing processes.
• Collaborate with Finance and Legal to manage contracts and savings validation.
• Maintain accurate data and process discipline within Coupa.

What We’re Looking For:

• 6+ years in procurement or sourcing within your category area.
• Proven skills in negotiation, supplier management, and analytics.
• Strong Excel and reporting capabilities.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Experience with Coupa or similar systems preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required; certification a plus.
• Proficiency in additional languages and international negotiation experience are valued.
• Organized, self‑motivated, analytical, collaborative, resilient, customer‑focused, and trusted for integrity and influence.

*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.

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.