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Sr Manager, Global Corporate Events
Sr Manager, Global Corporate EventsMattel • El Segundo, California, USA
Sr Manager, Global Corporate Events

Sr Manager, Global Corporate Events

Mattel • El Segundo, California, USA
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The Opportunity :

The Senior Manager of Event Planning is responsible for leading the strategy planning and execution of high-impact corporate events that elevate the companys brand and support key business objectives. This role oversees a team of three event planners and serves as a key partner to the Vice President of Global Corporate Events in shaping the companys global event portfolio. The Senior Manager will ensure all events reflect corporate values deliver measurable business outcomes and maintain excellence in execution and attendee experience.

What Your Impact Will Be :

Leadership & Team Development

  • Lead mentor and manage a team of event producers ensuring alignment on priorities workload balance and professional growth.
  • Establish clear performance expectations and foster a culture of accountability innovation and collaboration.
  • Serve as a senior escalation point for complex projects providing strategic direction and hands-on support.

Strategic Event Planning & Execution

  • Translate corporate objectives into strategic event plans that advance brand positioning client engagement and employee experience.
  • Partner with the VP of Global Corporate Events to develop and execute the annual event calendar including executive meetings conferences summits client experiences and internal celebrations.
  • Oversee all phases of event management from concept development and vendor selection to logistics on-site operations and post-event evaluation.
  • Ensure events are delivered on time on budget and at the highest standards of quality and brand consistency.
  • Budget & Resource Management

  • Manage and track event budgets across the global portfolio ensuring fiscal discipline and maximizing ROI.
  • Negotiate and manage vendor contracts securing favorable terms and service excellence.
  • Recommend cost efficiencies and process improvements that enhance the teams operational performance.
  • Stakeholder & Executive Collaboration

  • Serve as a strategic liaison between the event planning team business unit leaders and corporate functions including Marketing Communications HR and Legal.
  • Provide regular updates and post-event reports to the VP of Global Corporate Events and other senior executives.
  • Ensure executive visibility and engagement across major internal and external events.
  • Innovation & Continuous Improvement

  • Identify and implement best practices in event technology sustainability and attendee engagement.
  • Analyze post-event data and feedback to inform future planning and demonstrate business impact.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and apply innovative approaches to event design hybrid engagement and production.
  • Qualifications :

    What Were Looking For :

  • Bachelors degree in Communications Marketing Event Management or a related field (Masters preferred).
  • 8 years of progressive experience in event strategy and production including leadership of global or large-scale programs.
  • Proven experience leading and mentoring creative and production teams.
  • Strong communication and executive presence; comfortable presenting to and collaborating with senior leaders.
  • Demonstrated ability to balance creative innovation with operational precision and budget stewardship.
  • Experience working in a global matrixed organization with multiple stakeholder groups.
  • Passion for storytelling design and creating experiences that inspire audiences.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
  • The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range however base pay will be determined based on a candidates 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.
  • Additional Information :

    Dont meet every single requirement At Mattel we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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 Mattels 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 worlds 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.

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

    Visit us at  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.

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    Remote Work : No

    Employment Type : Full-time

    Key Skills

    Marketing,Catering,Organizational skills,Hospitality Experience,Management Experience,HubSpot,Event Planning,Events Management,Project Management,Event Marketing,Leadership Experience,negotiation

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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