Mattel Retail Team Associate - Alexandria, VA 23455

About the role

As a Seasonal Team Associate you will partner with a Mattel Retail Services Representative to grow Mattel’s presence at major retailers, working a minimum of 15 hours per week during the busiest holiday season. You will be an enthusiastic temporary team member passionate about merchandising, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, drive results, and help make magic happen this holiday season. This role can open the door to future merchandising career opportunities with Mattel.

Responsibilities

• Act as a brand ambassador for Mattel/Fisher‑Price brands and products
• Collaborate with your lead Mattel Representative to secure prime product placements for Mattel’s iconic brands
• Partner with the lead Mattel Representative on monthly scheduling
• Unpack cases of various Mattel toys
• Merchandise and organize product on the sales floor
• Construct and deconstruct store fixtures including shelving and racking
• Implement point‑of‑purchase materials
• Execute special projects as assigned, including store events
• Perform administrative tasks such as managing time entry, attending meetings and trainings, and checking email

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Preferred work hours are weekdays during daytime; occasional weekends
• Must be available to work a minimum of 15 hours per week
• Up‑to‑date smartphone and/or computer with Chrome Browser to access https://Mattel.okta.com for time‑worked entries, email, and Workday (other browsers not supported)
• Mobile phone required for multi‑factor authentication (SMS or voice call)
• Reliable internet access
• Reliable transportation to travel to and between assigned store locations (gas mileage reimbursement per company policy)
• Reside within approximately 20 miles of the assigned territory/store cluster or otherwise able to reliably service the territory
• Physical requirements: stand, bend, twist, squat, kneel, reach; walk for long periods; climb ladders up to 12 ft; lift up to 25 lb frequently, 50 lb occasionally; push/pull carts containing product – occasionally up to 100 lb; operate power tools (screwdriver & drill)

Qualifications

• Merchandising, retail, or customer service experience (preferred, but not required)

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to complete tasks efficiently with a strong sense of urgency
• Represent the brand with professionalism and a positive attitude
• Flexible, adaptable mindset; enjoy collaborating in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment
• Eagerness to learn new skills with a safety‑first mentality
• Tech‑savvy (smartphone, apps)

Benefits

• Gas mileage reimbursement per company policy for travel to assigned store locations

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is $20.00.

Schedule

Minimum of 15 hours per week; preferred weekday daytime hours with occasional weekends.