Associate Retail Marketing Manager - Central & South America (Bilingual English/Spanish)

Get to know The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International manages the Pokémon property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing and 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.

Note: Please include an English version of your resume with your application

Get to know the role

• Job Title: Associate Retail Marketing Manager - Central & South America

• Job Summary: Supports the Global Sales organization & Retail Marketing team to pitch and manage execution of retail activations in Central & South America. This individual will partner closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to create impactful consumer experiences where Pokémon products are sold.

• FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt

• People Manager: No

What you’ll do

• Develop proposals with Central & South America TCG Sales team to secure incremental product placements and promotional opportunities at priority retail accounts.

• Partner with Bellevue-based marketing teams, creative & brand services, legal, finance, and other internal departments to ensure in-market experiences adhere to TPCi global standards.

• Identify new opportunities in the retail landscape for Pokémon that connect brand equity with local cultures.

• Manage project execution, communicate status, and analyze performance with a focus on continuous improvement.

What you’ll bring

• Three (3) to four (4) 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.

• Languages: Excellent verbal and communication skills in both English and Latin American Spanish, at near-native level.

• Passion to create unique programs that combine Pokémon and partner goals

• Experience working with external partners and able to communicate clearly and troubleshoot challenges diplomatically

• Demonstrable ability to project manage, work cross functionally, and oversee multiple projects with various stakeholders

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

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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 innovative culture driven by impact, delivering meaningful outcomes.
• 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 accommodationrequest_ta@pokemon.com.

Three (3) to four (4) years of relevant professional experience or equivalent expertise. Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience. Excellent verbal and communication skills in both English and Latin American Spanish (near-native level). Passion to create unique programs combining Pokémon and partner goals. Experience working with external partners, able to communicate clearly and troubleshoot challenges diplomatically. Demonstrable ability to project manage, work cross-functionally, and oversee multiple projects. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office.