Production Planning Analyst, Global Packaging Operations

3 Weeks ago • 3 Years + • Data Analyst

Job Summary

Job Description

The Production Planning Analyst, Global Packaging Operations, will be part of a global team supporting first-party and third-party physical packaging for PlayStation products. Based in Japan, the role focuses on disc-based markets, reviewing packaging elements (labels, coversheets, inserts) for third-party titles in Asia. Responsibilities include providing feedback on revisions, coordinating with publishers and internal teams (Disc Ops, Legal, Brand, Marketing), attending meetings, and maintaining packaging templates. The ideal candidate possesses strong attention to detail, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and effectively balances PlayStation's needs with those of its publishing partners.
Must have:
  • 3+ years proofreading experience (physical packaging preferred)
  • Passion for games & interest in publisher collaboration
  • Teamwork, adaptability, continuous improvement
  • Strong internal/external relationship building
  • Proactive problem-solving & multi-project management
  • Excellent communication (proactive, empathetic, firm)
  • Business-level Japanese & English proficiency
Good to have:
  • Game industry or publishing company experience
  • Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
  • Korean/Chinese language skills
  • Project management tools (Wrike, Jira)
  • Adobe Creative Suite knowledge

Job Details

 

Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.

 

 

チームについて:
グローバルマーケティング、セールス&ビジネスオペレーション(GMSBO)チームは、世界中から集まったスタッフによって構成されており、PlayStationの優れた製品やサービスでゲーマーとのつながりを築くことに情熱を持っています。GMSBOのチームは世界各国に拠点を持ち、ローカルなニーズとグローバルな視点のバランスを大切にしています。DTC(Direct-to-Consumer)事業、パートナーチャネル、サービス事業を通じて、PlayStationの体験を世界中の市場やチャネルに届けるため、クロスファンクショナルな業務を行っています。

About the team: 
The Global Marketing, Sales and Business Operations (GMSBO) team brings together staff from around the world who are passionate about engaging gamers with PlayStation’s extraordinary products and services. GMSBO teams are located in countries across the globe, balancing local relevance with a global perspective. Across our Direct-to-Consumer, channel partner, and services businesses, our teams work cross-functionally to bring the best of the PlayStation experience to markets and channels worldwide. 

 

ポジション概要:
グローバルパッケージチームは、米国・英国・日本にメンバーを持つ真のグローバルチームであり、ファーストパーティーおよびサードパーティーのパッケージ制作をサポートしています。本ポジションは「グローバル・サードパーティ・パッケージング・スーパーバイザー」にレポートし、日本におけるディスクベース市場を中心に担当していただきます。

PlayStationの代表として、またパートナーのサポーターとして、ディスクパッケージ制作においてクロスファンクショナルなチームの一員として協働いただきます。PlayStationと多数のパブリッシングパートナーの両方のニーズをバランスよく理解しながら、柔軟に対応できるチームプレイヤーが理想です。細部への高い注意力と、スピード感のあるビジネス環境での対応力が求められます。

Role overview: 
Our Global Packaging Team is truly global, with members from the U.S., U.K., and Japan working together to support both first-party and third-party physical packaging. This role reports to the Supervisor of Global Third-Party Packaging and focuses on the disc-based markets in Japan. 

The candidate will work collaboratively as part of a cross-functional team, representing PlayStation and supporting our publishing partners as they prepare disc packaging for manufacturing. The ideal candidate should be an enthusiastic and flexible team player, able to balance the needs of PlayStation and those of our many publishing partners. A keen attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced commercial environment are essential. 

 

主な業務内容:

  • アジア地域のサードパーティータイトルのディスクパッケージレビューを担当(ディスクラベル、カバーシート、インサート等すべての物理パッケージ要素)

  • パートナーのパッケージに対し、修正フィードバックを明確に伝え、修正内容を確認したうえで製造承認を実施

  • サードパーティーパブリッシャー、社内関係部署(Disc Ops、法務、第三者関係部門、ブランド、マーケティング、製造パートナーなど)との調整業務

  • グローバルパッケージチームや社内関係者との定期的なミーティングへの参加

  • パッケージテンプレートの更新や新機能追加に伴う定期的なメンテナンスのサポート

Role and Responsibilities: 

  • Focus on third-party disc packaging reviews for Asia regions. Review disc labels, coversheets, inserts, and all other physical packaging for partner titles to be released on our platforms. 
  • Provide clear feedback on revisions needed for partner packaging and ensure revised versions incorporate that feedback before approval for manufacturing is given. 
  • Coordinate with third-party publishers and internal teams such as Disc Ops, Legal, Global Third-Party Relations, Brand, Marketing, and various manufacturing partners to ensure publishers meet both our brand requirements and their street dates. 
  • Attend regular meetings with Global Packaging and other internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with broader platform requirements. 
  • Support Global Packaging with the regular update of packaging templates when change requests come in or new features are added. 

 

求める人物像・スキル:

必須要件:

  • 校正業務経験3年以上(物理パッケージ関連の経験があれば尚良し)

  • ゲームに対する情熱があり、パブリッシャーとの協業に興味がある

  • チームワークを大切にし、変化を歓迎しながら改善意欲がある方

  • 社内外の関係者と信頼関係を構築し、協力して業務を進められる方

  • 自発的かつ柔軟に課題解決に取り組める方

  • 複数のプロジェクトを並行して管理・調整できるスキル

  • 結果に導くための積極的・共感的かつ毅然としたコミュニケーション力

  • 日本語および英語のビジネスレベルスキル(必須)

Must-have: 

  • 3+ years of experience in proofreading, ideally related to physical packaging; experience with product planning is a plus. 
  • Detail-oriented, passionate about games, and interested in working with game publishing companies. 
  • A creative and energetic team player who embraces change and is motivated to continuously improve. 
  • Proven experience building strong, influential, and collaborative relationships with both internal and external teams. 
  • Resourceful and proactive in solving business challenges. 
  • Ability to self-manage and handle multiple projects and priorities. 
  • Strong communication skills, with a proactive, empathetic, yet firm approach to getting results. 
  • Proficiency in Japanese and English (required). 

歓迎要件:

  • ゲーム業界、またはゲームパブリッシャーでの勤務経験

  • Microsoft Officeの基本スキル

  • 韓国語・中国語スキル(歓迎)

  • WrikeやJiraなどのプロジェクト管理ツールの利用経験

  • Adobe Creative Suiteの基本知識

Good to have: 

  • Experience working in the game industry or with game publishing companies. 
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. 
  • Korean and Chinese language skills are a strong bonus. 
  • Familiarity with project management tools such as Wrike or Jira. 
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is a plus. 

 

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

 

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Sony Interactive Entertainment, the company behind PlayStation, pushes the boundaries of entertainment and innovation, starting from the launch of the original PlayStation in Japan in 1994. Today, we continue to deliver innovative and thrilling experiences to a global audience through our PlayStation line of products and services that include generation-defining hardware, pioneering network services, and award-winning games. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, with global functions in California, London, and Tokyo, and game development studios around the world as part of PlayStation Studios, we believe that the power of play is borderless. Sony Interactive Entertainment is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.


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