Brand Services Project Manager (Bilingual Japanese/English)
The Pokémon Company International · Bellevue, WA · 2 wk ago
HybridInformation Technology$95k–$127k/yrFull-time
About the role
The role will organize, manage, and deliver projects/programs for the organization.
Responsibilities
- Leads an interdepartmental team to complete an assigned project on time, to specifications, and with accuracy and efficiency.
- Maintain ongoing oversight of the global licensing project, proactively address any emerging concerns before they develop into problems.
- Ensure project deadlines are met by maintaining clear communication, by following up when responses are delayed, and by building trust with stakeholders across offices.
- Work closely with the team members and translate the documents to/from English-Japanese language for internal and external stakeholders.
- Outlines the tasks involved in the project and communicates with the manager and team members accordingly.
- Engage in strategic thinking, creative execution and cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic, hands-on environment.
- Play a key role in managing exciting end-to-end international projects with top-tier/cutting-edge brands. Communicates and collaborates with US & UK-based Licensing teams and partners in APAC region.
- Make a tangible impact while growing as a leader through continuous learning.
- Enjoy the rewarding experience of delighting global consumers, along with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
Requirements
- Five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant professional experience or a demonstrated equivalent level of expertise.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or a demonstrated equivalent level of applicable experience.
- Bilingual with excellent written and verbal business communication proficiency in both English and Japanese. Solid understanding of Japanese culture and business customs.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and ability to work effectively in team environments.
- Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn about the project or product being developed.
- Background in account management in an agency setting is a strong advantage.
- Previous experience in licensing business is desirable.
Qualifications
- Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
- Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.
- Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.
- Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve.
- Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a “team first” mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.
- Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.
Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is a must, proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud is a plus.
- Ability to travel up to 4 times a year.
Benefits
- Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
- 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
- Generous paid family leave.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
- US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
- UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
- Fitness reimbursement.
- Commuter benefit.
- LinkedIn learning.
- Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
- Hybrid work environment.