Manager, Digital Strategy (Mattel Digital Studio)

About the role

Mattel is currently seeking a Manager to join the MDS Strategy team at our El Segundo, CA headquarters. This role will help to develop long-term strategic roadmaps, overseeing financial modeling, and ensuring operational efficiency across all MDS units. It is a unique opportunity to shape the digital future of Mattel, driving business growth through emerging technologies, digital transformation, and data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate is an experienced strategist able to translate complex business challenges into actionable strategies and high-impact partnerships. Each member of this high-performing team plays a key role in shaping the future of digital at Mattel. This position offers: Significant opportunity for impact through shaping MDS's strategic roadmap and supporting key strategic priorities across the organization. Access to MDS's executive leadership team and partnership with senior executives to drive business impact. Exposure across the organization through cross-functional projects including marketing, finance, and studios teams Competitive compensation and benefits. What Your Impact Will Be: Strategic Thought Partner Define and execute MDS's long-term digital strategy, ensuring alignment with Mattel's corporate priorities. Serve as a key liaison to senior leadership, providing insights on digital strategy, growth opportunities, and investment priorities Market Analysis and Competitive Intelligence Conduct competitive intelligence, market trend analysis, and scenario planning to inform MDS's strategic roadmap. Work closely with the Strategic Planning team to identify new growth areas, emerging business models, and expansion opportunities. Business Strategy and Strategic Planning Create and refine a multi-year MDS strategy aligned with corporate priorities Develop comprehensive business cases for investment, partnerships, and acquisitions across both brands and audiences. Partner with Finance, Legal, and Product teams to structure scalable and financially viable business models. 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 partn

Requirements

• BA / BS degree from a top-tier university.
• 7+ years of total professional experience (5+ with an MBA) with 2+ years of post-MBA or equivalent work experience in management consulting, investment banking, private equity, or in-house strategy.
• Track record of impact.
• Proven strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work successfully in cross-functional teams and manage complex stakeholder groups.
• Superior communication skills.
• Prior digital gaming industry experience
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree
• Consumer, Tech, and / or Entertainment industry experience
• 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.

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