Logistics Planner

Company Description
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, entertain 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.
Job Description
6 months contract firstly, and can be converted as permanent staff after 6 months
What Your Impact Will Be:
Plan, coordinate and monitor end-to-end international shipments based on business requirements, production readiness, Incoterms and logistics guidelines to ensure on-time and in-full delivery.
Act as a key Logistics contact for assigned factories/suppliers, coordinating with freight forwarders, carriers, internal teams and other service providers to ensure smooth operations.
Manage shipment capacity and priorities, including forecast, booking, equipment and carrier capacity, particularly during peak seasons.
Proactively identify and resolve shipment exceptions and operational risks, coordinating corrective actions and escalating critical issues to minimize business disruption.
Ensure accurate shipping documentation, shipment data and regulatory compliance, while providing timely and reliable shipment visibility to stakeholders.
Monitor Logistics KPIs and operational performance, analyze recurring issues and work with internal and external partners to improve service, delivery and cost effectiveness.
Drive continuous improvement by simplifying and standardizing Logistics processes, improving productivity and maintaining effective SOPs.
Support business growth and team sustainability through new sourcing/operation setup, knowledge sharing, cross-training and development of local Logistics capability
Qualifications
What We're Looking For:
Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Business, Transportation, or a related discipline preferred.
Good understanding of international shipping processes, Incoterms, shipping documentation, and freight operations.
Relevant experience in international logistics, freight forwarding, shipping, supply chain, or import/export operations.
Experience working with factories, freight forwarders, ocean carriers, and/or other logistics service providers preferred.
Experience in local export logistics and international ocean freight is an advantage.
Familiar with Microsoft office software, especially for Excel, PPT.
Fluent in English speaking and writing, able to communicate in Chinese would be prefer.
FOB business experience with Target Store, Wal Mart, [protected info] would be prefer.
Additional Information
What It's Like to Work Here:
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.
Who We Are:
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.
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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, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.