Sr Manager Business Operations

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, entertain 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 Digital Gaming team’s mission is to expand Mattel’s ever-growing IP catalog in the digital gaming space. This includes outbound IP licensing of our brands to 3rd party game developers/publishers and partnering with other companies for co-development. The team is comprised of individuals from various backgrounds to tackle key challenges such as strategy, operations, slate management, marketing, business development/licensing, UX/UI, and production.

The Opportunity

The Digital Gaming team is seeking a Senior Business Operations Manager, Digital Gaming, based in Los Angeles, CA, who will help the team drive Mattel’s gaming business forward. We need someone who is driven, smart, hard-working, and willing to do whatever it takes to be successful. This person will serve as the Global Head of Digital Gaming’s right-hand person responsible for the business operations of digital gaming at the company.

This role is a great fit for anyone who loves video games, loves a dynamic working environment, and enjoys working with partners. This role needs to be able to forge internal and external relationships to help expand the business.

What Your Impact Will Be

• Coordination with various internal teams, including but not limited to the Global Brand Teams (GBT), Marketing, Legal, and Finance
• Assist in the management of our joint venture Mattel163 for day-to-day operations and process improvement, serving as the primary point of contact for most areas
• Work with the finance team on the LRGS forecast in conjunction with other business leaders on the team
• Partner with the BD & Production/Marketing team to build out our slate strategy
• Partner with the Global Head of Digital Gaming to ensure we are operating at a high level for years to come
• Manage all aspects of the P&L (Revenue, SG&A, D&D, and A&P) for the Digital Gaming Team, working with the Head of Business Development, Head of Production & Marketing, and Global Head of Digital Gaming to ensure yearly forecasts are met, and new agreements are included in the forecast
• Work with the Digital Gaming team to handle the operations for the team, including but not limited to non-project-based vendor onboarding, travel budgeting, board meeting preparation, executive updates, and other SG&A expenses.
• Drive value creation by helping the digital gaming team identify white space in our portfolio

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to think strategically about potential opportunities for the business
• Deep knowledge & expertise of the video game industry
• 10-15 years of gaming experience required
• Ability to travel and attend various trade shows/conferences globally
• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.
• Deep understanding of free-to-play, play-to-earn/web3, subscription, and premium business models
• Pulse on the latest trends in video games

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

What It’s Like To Work Here

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation 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 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.
• 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.

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 company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO and MEGA, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming, music and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries 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 children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel is recognized for the second year in a row as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.

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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 including minorities, females, veterans, military spouses, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.