Product Master Data Analyst

Job Description

The Opportunity:

The Product Master Data Management Analyst will be part of the Global Supply Chain Master Data Management team and will report to the Manager, Master Data Management. This role is responsible for the creation, maintenance, validation, and ongoing quality of product and item master data supporting Supply Chain and the broader organization. The Analyst will partner with cross functional business and technology teams to resolve data issues, support business requirements, and ensure adherence to established data standards, controls, and processes. The ideal candidate will have an opportunity to contribute to continuous process improvement, data governance, and enterprise transformation initiatives while developing a broad understanding of how master data supports end-to-end business processes.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Perform standard item setup, maintenance, bulk uploads, and other master data activities across applicable business systems.

• Ensure master data is accurate, complete, consistent, and maintained in accordance with established business rules, controls, governance standards, and operating procedures.

• Serve as a point of contact for master data requests and issues from cross functional teams including Planning, Sales, Marketing, Product Development, GTO, Quality, and Finance.

• Investigate and troubleshoot master data issues, identify root causes, and coordinate with appropriate business and technology partners through resolution.

• Perform ongoing data quality reviews, audits, validations, and integrity checks and communicate findings and corrective actions as needed.

• Document business processes, data requirements, business rules, and standard operating procedures.

• Identify opportunities to improve master data processes, reduce manual effort, eliminate rework, and improve overall data quality.

• Support system enhancements, testing, user acceptance testing, and implementation activities related to master data.

• Support customer, market, regulatory, and industry data requirements, including applicable product identification and data standards.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• 3+ years of experience in Product Master Data Management, product data, Supply Chain, ERP, or a related business environment.

• Experience creating, maintaining, validating, or governing master data within ERP, PLM, PIM, MDM, or similar enterprise systems.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate issues, identify root causes, and drive issues through resolution.

• Ability to document functional requirements, business rules, process flows, and operating procedures.

• Strong understanding of data quality and data governance principles.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience working with large data sets.

• Ability to understand detailed data requirements while maintaining awareness of broader business objectives and downstream impacts.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with both business and technology stakeholders.

• Proactive, collaborative approach with the ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.

• Strong command of the English language, written and verbal, is required.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with teams across multiple functions, markets, and regions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Oracle, PLM, Product Information Management, or Master Data Management platforms.

• Familiarity with GS1 standards, GTIN/UPC management, GDSN, retailer data requirements, or other product data standards.

• Experience with SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or other data analysis and reporting tools.

• Experience supporting global Supply Chain, consumer products, manufacturing, retail, or ecommerce environments.

Additional Information

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. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here!

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.

Who We Are:
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 world’s 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.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

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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.

The pay range for this position is $71,000 - 88,000 per year. 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. 

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