Toy Store Inventory & Marketing Assistant
Mattel, Inc.and Subsidiaries, El Segundo, CA, United States
Posting Title: Toy Store Inventory & Marketing Assistant
Requisition Number: R237086
Company: Mattel Sales Corp.
Location: El Segundo, California
Address: 333 Continental Blvd
Zip Code: 90245
Job Category: Sales
Pay Range: USD $19 to $22.8 per hour
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.
The Opportunity
Support inventory management and retail marketing execution for four Mattel Toy Store locations, generating $17M in annual sales. Responsible for coordinating inventory accuracy, promotional activities, reporting, and cross‑functional communication to support sales goals, operational efficiency, and customer experience initiatives.
Responsibilities
Inventory Coordination (40%)
Monitor and maintain inventory levels across four retail locations.
Track sales, transfers, receiving, and inventory adjustments to ensure data accuracy.
Assist with open‑to‑buy tracking, inventory flow, and stock allocation.
Support cycle counts, reconciliation, and physical inventory processes.
Identify slow‑moving, aging, or low‑stock items and communicate recommendations.
Maintain inventory reports, including on‑hand, shrinkage, adjustments, and sales trends.
Support inventory management for special events, charitable sales, resale orders, and promotions.
Ensure compliance with corporate inventory control guidelines and procedures.
Sales & Promotions Support (35%)
Assist in developing and maintaining the annual promotional calendar.
Coordinate execution of in‑store promotions, discounts, product launches, and special events.
Support marketing campaigns, including print, email, social media, and website updates.
Partner with Mattel's Children's Foundation to support charitable events and initiatives.
Manage weekly updates to promotional tools, pricing, and signage.
Support new product launches with inventory readiness and early performance tracking.
Assist in visual merchandising initiatives and test‑and‑learn retail programs.
Ensure brand consistency and alignment with Mattel's marketing standards.
Reporting & Financial Support (25%)
Compile weekly, monthly, and annual sales and performance reports.
Track promotional lift and sales by activity to support ROI analysis.
Support marketing and inventory budget tracking.
Monitor inventory turnover, margin performance, and stock‑to‑sales ratios.
Assist in daily sales reporting and reconciliation processes.
Provide data insights to support forecasting and business planning.
Position dimensions, drive execution, attention to detail, business acumen, build collaborative partnerships, communicate with impact.
What We're Looking For
2‑4 years of experience in retail operations, inventory coordination, or marketing support.
Experience working with POS systems and inventory management software.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced retail environment.
EEO Statement
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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Requisition Number: R237086
Company: Mattel Sales Corp.
Location: El Segundo, California
Address: 333 Continental Blvd
Zip Code: 90245
Job Category: Sales
Pay Range: USD $19 to $22.8 per hour
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.
The Opportunity
Support inventory management and retail marketing execution for four Mattel Toy Store locations, generating $17M in annual sales. Responsible for coordinating inventory accuracy, promotional activities, reporting, and cross‑functional communication to support sales goals, operational efficiency, and customer experience initiatives.
Responsibilities
Inventory Coordination (40%)
Monitor and maintain inventory levels across four retail locations.
Track sales, transfers, receiving, and inventory adjustments to ensure data accuracy.
Assist with open‑to‑buy tracking, inventory flow, and stock allocation.
Support cycle counts, reconciliation, and physical inventory processes.
Identify slow‑moving, aging, or low‑stock items and communicate recommendations.
Maintain inventory reports, including on‑hand, shrinkage, adjustments, and sales trends.
Support inventory management for special events, charitable sales, resale orders, and promotions.
Ensure compliance with corporate inventory control guidelines and procedures.
Sales & Promotions Support (35%)
Assist in developing and maintaining the annual promotional calendar.
Coordinate execution of in‑store promotions, discounts, product launches, and special events.
Support marketing campaigns, including print, email, social media, and website updates.
Partner with Mattel's Children's Foundation to support charitable events and initiatives.
Manage weekly updates to promotional tools, pricing, and signage.
Support new product launches with inventory readiness and early performance tracking.
Assist in visual merchandising initiatives and test‑and‑learn retail programs.
Ensure brand consistency and alignment with Mattel's marketing standards.
Reporting & Financial Support (25%)
Compile weekly, monthly, and annual sales and performance reports.
Track promotional lift and sales by activity to support ROI analysis.
Support marketing and inventory budget tracking.
Monitor inventory turnover, margin performance, and stock‑to‑sales ratios.
Assist in daily sales reporting and reconciliation processes.
Provide data insights to support forecasting and business planning.
Position dimensions, drive execution, attention to detail, business acumen, build collaborative partnerships, communicate with impact.
What We're Looking For
2‑4 years of experience in retail operations, inventory coordination, or marketing support.
Experience working with POS systems and inventory management software.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced retail environment.
EEO Statement
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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