Retail Merchandiser Associate

<h4>Company description</h4> <p>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 heardu2014when 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.</p> <br> <h4>The team</h4> <p>Retail Service at Mattel - we are the driving force behind exceptional in-store execution.</p> <p>With over 50 years of expertise, our Retail Service team brings Mattel's world-class toys and brands to life at the store level. From merchandising to training and customer service, we are a team of innovators, collaborators, and go-getters.</p> <br> <h4>Job description</h4> <p><strong>The opportunity:</strong> Mattelu2019s Retail Service Division is looking for enthusiastic temporary team associates to help us make magic happen during our busiest season, November and December!</p> <br> <h4>Why join us?</h4> <ul> <li>Work with iconic brands like Mattel and Fisher-Price.</li> <li>Enjoy a flexible, fast-paced environment.</li> <li>Build displays and bring toys to life on shelves.</li> <li>Minimum 15 hours/week during peak season.</li> </ul> <br> <h4>What your impact will be:</h4> <ul> <li>Merchandising Mattel/Fisher-Price products on shelves.</li> <li>Building displays and implementing point-of-purchase materials.</li> <li>Providing exceptional customer service.</li> </ul> <br> <h4>Qualifications</h4> <h4>What we're looking for:</h4> <ul> <li>Availability to work daytime hours during the week and some weekends</li> <li>Tech-savviness (iPads & apps)</li> <li>Self-motivation & attention to detail</li> <li>High school diploma or GED</li> <li>Reliable transportation & ability to lift up to 50 lbs.</li> </ul> <p>The base hourly rate for this position is $16.00.</p> <br> <h4>Additional information</h4> <p>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.</p> <br> <h4>How we work</h4> <p>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:</p> <ul> <li><strong>We collaborate:</strong> 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.</li> <li><strong>We innovate:</strong> 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.</li> <li><strong>We execute:</strong> 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.</li> </ul> <br> <h4>Our approach to flexible work</h4> <p>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.</p> <br> <h4>Who we are</h4> <p>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 worldu2019s 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.</p> <p>Mattelu2019s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.</p> <br> <h4>Equal opportunity employer</h4> <p>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, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.</p> <p>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.</p>

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