Mattel

Product Manager, Tracking & Data Governance

Mattel$100K — $130K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Analytics, or related field (Master's/MBA a plus).
  • 5+ years as a Product Manager (or similar) with experience in digital products, data, analytics, or marketing technology.
  • Direct experience managing tracking and tagging for consumer web properties, including implementation and operations.
  • Strong knowledge of tag management and tracking patterns, particularly Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics.
  • Experience with server-side connections and partner integrations for measurement and activation.
  • Proven ability to conduct tracking QA and monitor data consistency.
  • Strong understanding of privacy, consent, and compliance requirements for tracking.

Responsibilities

  • Own the roadmap for tracking and tagging across Mattel DTC properties, focusing on standardization and improvements.
  • Lead implementation and management of tags, pixels, and tracking across web and app surfaces.
  • Own server-side tracking and partner connections for activation and measurement.
  • Define event and parameter specifications for DTC tracking with clear naming conventions.
  • Drive tracking QA and monitoring to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Manage tools and vendor coordination for tracking and privacy compliance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize needs and align releases.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
  • Inclusive workplace culture that encourages applications from diverse candidates.
  • Access to a network of employees and resources that empower personal development.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Opportunity:

We're looking for a Product Manager to own tracking and tagging across Mattel's DTC properties. This role drives how we manage tags, pixels, and data collection via 3rd party apps, build and maintain server-side connections to media platforms, and keep tracking reliable while meeting privacy and consent requirements.

You'll join a small, tech-focused team inside a large company.

What Your Impact Will Be:
  • Own the roadmap for tracking and tagging across Mattel DTC properties, including standardization, rollout plans, and ongoing improvements.
  • Lead implementation and ongoing management of tags, pixels, and tracking across web and app surfaces, including:
    • Google Tag Manager (client-side and server-side where applicable)
    • Platform pixels and tags (Meta/Facebook, Google, and other media partners)
    • Conversion tracking and event instrumentation
  • Own server-side tracking and partner connections, including integrations for activation and measurement (for example Meta conversions API, Google Customer Match, and similar partner feeds).
  • Define a clear event and parameter spec for DTC tracking:
    • required events (view, add-to-cart, purchase, sign-up, etc.)
    • naming conventions, parameters, and IDs
    • data layer contracts with engineering
  • Drive tracking QA and monitoring:
    • validate tag firing, payload correctness, and match rates
    • monitor for broken tags, dropped events, latency, and volume anomalies
    • run incident triage and coordinate fixes with engineering and vendors
  • Own the toolset and vendor coordination for tracking and privacy compliance:
    • Privacy compliance tools like Privado and TrustArc
    • Consent mode, opt-in/opt-out behavior, and region-specific requirements
    • documentation and audits (what runs where, why it runs, who owns it)
  • Partner with Marketing, Analytics/Insights, Engineering, QA, and Agencies to prioritize needs, manage releases, and keep implementations consistent across brands and properties.
  • Manage dependencies and release timing with site/app launches, redesigns, new checkout flows, and new marketing initiatives.
  • Communicate progress, risks, and tradeoffs clearly to stakeholders and leadership.


Qualifications

What We're Looking For:
  1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Analytics, or related field (Master's/MBA a plus).
  2. 5+ years as a Product Manager (or similar) working on digital products, data, analytics, or marketing technology (7+ years overall).
  3. Direct experience owning tracking and tagging for consumer web properties, including planning, implementation, and ongoing operations.
  4. Strong knowledge of tag management and tracking patterns:
    • Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics (including data layer design)
    • Client-side and server-side tracking approaches
    • Common media platform pixels and event standards
  5. Experience with server-side connections and partner integrations for measurement and activation (for example Meta/Facebook integrations, Google Customer Match, and similar).
  6. Proven ability to run tracking QA and monitoring, with a track record of preventing and quickly fixing data breaks.
  7. Strong understanding of privacy, consent, and compliance requirements for tracking, including experience working with tools like Privado and TrustArc (or equivalent).
  8. Strong cross-team delivery skills: write clear specs, manage scope, coordinate releases, and keep multiple teams aligned.

Nice-to-haves
  • Hands-on ability to debug tracking issues using browser dev tools, network logs, and tag debuggers.
  • Experience with identity and consent topics that affect tracking (first-party vs third-party cookies, consent mode patterns, server-side tagging tradeoffs).
  • Experience working across multiple brands/sites with shared tracking standards.
  • Proficiency in JavaScript for validation and analysis.

*The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay will be determined based on a candidate's 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

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. Join Mattel's 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.

About Mattel

Mattel, Inc. is a global toy company that designs, manufactures, and markets a wide range of toys and games. The company's brands include Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, and more. Mattel's products are sold in over 150 countries and the company has manufacturing facilities in 10 countries. Mattel is committed to sustainability and has set a goal to achieve 100% recycled, recyclable, or bio-based plastic materials in all products and packaging by 2030. The company is also committed to diversity and inclusion and has been recognized for its efforts in this area.
Learn more about Mattel
Size
36,300 employees
Market Cap
$5.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$126.6 million
Founded
1945
5 Year Trend
-4.3%
Revenue
$4.5 billion
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