Sr Compensation Partner

Job Description

Mattel is seeking a Sr Compensation Partner to lead and participate in the development, implementation and administration of compensation programs and tools to ensure Mattel's ability to attract, retain, motivate and develop our employees; offer competitive pay opportunities; and support our pay for performance philosophy.

• Serve as a compensation partner to HR management team and assigned business groups including American Girl Retail, Retail Services, Distribution Centers, and Company Services.
• Develop proactive approach to identify compensation challenges within customer groups, research best practices, and develop solutions.
• Conduct market studies using external market data to maintain Mattel's market competitive position.
• Review promotion and adjustment requests for assigned client groups and develop recommendations based on internal equity and current market trends.
• Evaluate current and proposed salary structures and develop recommendations to ensure the achievement of Mattel's Compensation Philosophy.
• Partner with peers to recommend reputable surveys and benchmarks to ensure Mattel's competitive market position.
• Participate as a member of the Job Evaluation Committee to help ensure jobs are leveled on a consistent global basis.
• Complete special projects and studies as assigned which may include the redesign of existing compensation programs, the development of new programs and the completion of ad-hoc analyses that outline specific observations and recommendations.
• Assist with the creation of training materials and communications on compensation programs and processes for HR and line management.
• Provide guidance to HR and line management on the creation of job family and function matrixes that provide broad overviews of differing roles and responsibilities that exist for each job level.
• Partner with, and support, the business during the annual market pay review process and on bonus/incentive program development.

Qualifications

• Ability to interface with all levels throughout the company, including executives
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Proven experience managing clients and managing projects
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills
• Strong customer service orientation
• Ability to remain flexible and adapt to change
• Excellent communications skills, both interpersonal and written
• Strong abilities to work well in a team environment (cooperative and collaborative behavior)

• At least 3 years of compensation experience
• Ability to use computer software, including proficiency at Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of US Labor Laws including FLSA
• Strong analytical skills and financial acumen
• Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives with competing deadlines

• Experience with point-factor job evaluation system (Hay Guide Chart) and CCP Designation preferred
• Comfort in dealing with ambiguity, and a bias for taking action
• Experience working in a Retail and/or Distribution Center environment preferred.
• Working knowledge of HRIS Systems including Workday and PeopleSoft preferred

Additional Information

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.

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.