Sr. Brand Marketing Manager (Bilingual Japanese/English)

5 Months ago • 6-8 Years • Marketing • $125,000 PA - $187,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Sr. Brand Marketing Manager will develop and execute high-profile marketing campaigns to elevate the Pokémon brand. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams and Japanese partners to create omni-channel marketing plans. Responsibilities include serving as a liaison between the Tokyo office and Bellevue, WA teams; managing marketing materials and creative assets; developing advertising plans; preparing performance reports; and staying current on industry trends. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience in a similar role, be bilingual in Japanese and English, and possess strong understanding of Japanese business culture.
Must have:
  • 6-8 years of relevant experience
  • Bilingual Japanese/English
  • Experience with global brands
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Agency management
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of Pokémon brand
  • Experience in entertainment marketing
  • Paid Media expertise
Perks:
  • 100% employer-paid healthcare
  • Generous paid family leave
  • 401k employer matching
  • Fitness reimbursement
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Relocation package

Job Details

Get to know The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world.

Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com.

Job Title: Sr. Brand Marketing Manager (Bilingual Japanese/English) 
 
Job Summary: 
Works with the Manager, Brand Marketing and wider Brand Communications team to develop marketing strategy and execute high profile marketing campaigns that elevate the Pokémon brand. This position works closely with cross-functional marketing and business partners to develop omni channel marketing plans that support brand activations spotlighting multiple Pokémon products and experiences, helping teams align on messaging, goals and tactics to deliver engaging outbound marketing campaigns. This position will work alongside relevant bilingual colleagues to foster and grow relationships with counterparts at Japanese partner organizations on behalf of Brand Marketing and facilitate streamlined communication with them and The Pokémon Company International (TPCi) to ensure alignment on marketing plans, and flawless execution.

 

What you’ll do  

  • Serve as point of contact between The Pokémon Company’s Tokyo office, Japanese agency partners, and The Pokémon Company International (TPCi) teams based out of Bellevue, WA. 

  • Coordinate with The Pokémon Company’s Tokyo office to facilitate alignment on marketing direction and keep internal TPCi teams informed in order to successfully build and execute marketing plans. 

  • Partner with PR, Social Media, CRM, Retail, Events and various Digital Marketing teams to execute integrated marketing campaigns that support Brand Marketing initiatives in the Americas and Oceania.  

  • Manage development of marketing materials and creative assets, including managing in-house and agency creative teams, while leading internal and external partner feedback loops and approvals  

  • Maintain annual marketing calendars, ensuring milestones are up-to-date and communicated to key stakeholders 

  • Work with external Media Planning agency partner to develop annual and campaign-specific advertising plans.  

  • Prepare marketing campaign performance reports, tracking against business and marketing key performance indicators (KPIs) and recommending necessary adjustments for future success 

  • Stay current on industry trends and consumer research, using this knowledge to inform marketing strategy and tactics 

  • Build and manage relationships with product managers, leadership, integrated marketing teams and external stakeholders which include international partners 

 

What you’ll bring  

  • Six (6) to eight (8) years of related professional experience, including at least two (2) years in a product or brand marketing manager or similar agency role  

  • Bilingual in Japanese and English with strong written and verbal communication proficiency, ability to understand and communicate complex business and marketing topics 

  • A solid understanding of Japanese business culture, customs, and practices. 

  • Experience working with global brands, marketing consumer products, entertainment franchises or consumer events is preferred 

  • Experience managing development of 360 marketing programs utilizing a paid-earned-owned framework 

  • Experience leading cross-functional marketing teams to execute marketing campaigns, particularly social media and digital marketing teams.  

  • Experience working with agencies and external partners to execute marketing initiatives  

  • Understanding of Paid Media platforms and best practices is preferred 

  • Familiarity with audience segmentation data and utilizing it to drive decisions and content direction  

  • Demonstrated program management skills to support the creation and implementation of hype, launch, and sustainment marketing activities 

  • Outstanding communication skills. The ability to work across teams and communicate marketing goals/results at a team, executive, and company level 

  • Ability to adapt to changing deadlines, emerging needs, policy changes, and the variety of nuances that can happen in product development and live events 

  • Proven problem solver, able to discern the crux of an issue, and use good judgment in recommending practical solutions 

  • Organized and process-oriented with proven ability to manage multiple projects at once 

  • While knowledge of the Pokémon brand is a plus, it is not required. However a willingness to learn more about the brand and develop a passion for Pokémon is a must. 

 

Base Salary Range: For this role, new hires generally start between $125,000 - $148,200 per year. The full range is $125,000 - $187,000 per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience uniquely.

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How you’ll be successful

  • 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.

 

What to expect

  • An employee first culture.
  • Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
  • 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.

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.

The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at Accomodationrequest_TA@pokemon.com

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