Sr Data Analyst (Visualization)

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 Opportunity: 

Are you a data visualization expert with a passion for data, looking for an exciting career supporting brands like Hot Wheels, Barbie and Fisher Price? The Product Quality Analytics team is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Analyst with a strong focus on data visualization to join our dynamic analytics team that supports global Quality, Safety and Sustainability. In this role, you will be responsible for leading our data visualization initiatives, both dashboards and presentations, transforming complex data sets into compelling and insightful visual stories that drive decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for design, a deep understanding of data analysis, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Lead Data Visualization Projects: Oversee the design, development, and deployment of advanced data visualizations that provide actionable insights and support strategic business decisions.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineers, analysts, and leadership, to understand their data needs and translate them into effective visual solutions.
• Data Analysis and Interpretation: Conduct thorough data analysis to identify key trends, patterns, and insights, and present these findings in a clear and visually engaging manner.
• Develop and Maintain Dashboards: Create and maintain interactive dashboards and reports using Tableau, ensuring they are updated regularly and meet the evolving needs of the business.
• Innovate and Experiment: Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in data visualization and data analytics, continuously seeking opportunities to innovate and improve our visual storytelling capabilities.
• Mentor and Train: Provide guidance and training to junior analysts and team members on best practices in data visualization and data interpretation techniques.
• Documentation and Standards: Develop and maintain documentation for all visualization projects, including methodologies, data sources, and design standards.
• Stakeholder Presentations: Prepare and deliver presentations to stakeholders, effectively communicating complex data insights in a clear and compelling manner.
• Project Management: Manage multiple data visualization projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in data analysis and visualization, with a proven track record of leading data visualization initiatives.
• Technical Skills: Advanced Tableau knowledge, strong analytical skills and experience with SQL, Python, or R.
• Design Skills: Strong aesthetic sense and experience in designing intuitive and effective visualizations. Familiarity with design principles and tools such as Adobe Illustrator or similar is a plus.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and creatively.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Excellent interpersonal, written, presentation and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.

The annual base salary range for this position is between $78,400 and $98,000.
**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. 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.

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 more than 195 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies.

Mattel is recognized as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.

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

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