Lead Development Program Management Associate

Job Description

Mattel Brick Shop is seeking a Lead Development Program Manager to drive the successful execution of new product development programs from concept through production. Based at our Monterrey manufacturing facility and reporting to the Senior Director of Product Development in Montreal, Canada, this role will lead cross-functional teams to ensure products are delivered on time, within budget, and ready for a successful production launch.

As the primary program management lead for the Monterrey Product Development team, you will work closely with Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Marketing, and global partners to ensure seamless execution and successful industrialization of new products.

What You’ll Do: 

• Lead multiple global product development programs from concept through production launch.
• Build and manage integrated project plans, ensuring key milestones, risks, dependencies, and deliverables are achieved.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Mexico, Canada, Asia, and external suppliers to drive flawless project execution.
• Drive issue resolution and proactively manage risks related to design, tooling, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and product readiness.
• Ensure readiness for key development milestones, including prototype builds, Engineering Pilot (EP), Final Engineering Pilot (FEP), tooling qualification, and production launch.
• Partner with Manufacturing and Operations teams to successfully transition new products into the Monterrey manufacturing facility.
• Provide clear project status, risk assessments, and recovery plans to senior leadership and key stakeholders.

Qualifications

Who We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical field.
•  5+ years of experience in product development, program management, engineering, or manufacturing.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional product development programs from concept through production.
• Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with global teams, suppliers, and manufacturing partners.
• Fluent in both English and Spanish, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally, including Asia, as required.
• Experience with consumer products, construction toys, plastics, or injection molding is considered an asset.

Additional Information

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 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 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.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

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, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.