Project Manager-Project Management Office

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 heard—when 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.

The Team:
The Opportunity:
We are looking for an organized, tech-savvy, and results-driven Project Manager to lead and coordinate the delivery of eCommerce development projects. You’ll be the bridge between our development team, clients, and stakeholders—ensuring that our digital commerce solutions are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned with strategic goals.

This role involves managing multiple concurrent projects across Shopify, headless commerce platforms, and modern web architectures. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to every phase of the project lifecycle.

What Your Impact Will Be

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end project lifecycle for eCommerce development initiatives—from scoping to delivery.
• Collaborate with developers, designers, QA, and business stakeholders to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
• Create and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Track project progress using tools like JIRA, or similar platforms.
• Identify risks and proactively resolve issues to ensure smooth execution and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Facilitate Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews.
• Ensure alignment with business goals, budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
• Communicate clearly and regularly with internal teams, vendors, and clients.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 3–6 years of project management experience, preferably in eCommerce or digital product development.
• Proven success managing Shopify or other eCommerce platform projects (Magento, BigCommerce, Salesforce Commerce Cloud, etc.).
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and project management tools.
• Experience working with cross-functional development teams including frontend/backend, UX/UI, QA, and DevOps.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable working with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Shopify Plus, headless commerce, or MACH architecture.
• PMP, CSM, or equivalent project management certification.
• Experience with API integrations, cloud-native platforms, or custom software development lifecycles.
• Familiarity with version control systems and dev workflows (Git, CI/CD, etc.).
  
  

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.

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.
  
  

Our Approach to Flexible Work:
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.

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.

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

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.

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