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Bilingual Project Manager (Japanese / English) - Games

Bilingual Project Manager (Japanese / English) - Games

The Pokémon Company InternationalRedmond, WA, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Get to know The Pokémon Company International

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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.

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

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Get to know the role

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  • Job Title : Bilingual Project Manager (Japanese / English)

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  • Job Summary : This role will organize, manage, and deliver projects / programs for the organization.
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  • FLSA Classification (US Only) : Exempt
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  • People Manager : No
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    What you’ll do

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  • Assist in the development of Pokémon TCG and other products / services by being a point of contact between stakeholders in Japan and TPCi cross-functional teams.
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  • Assist in coordinating with stakeholders in Japan so that the TPCi cross-functional teams are fully informed to conduct development of Pokémon TCG and other products and other products / services and resolve issues promptly.
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  • Use project management tools to track project progress and manage project related information and documents in an organized manner.
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  • Support Sr. Manager, Bi-lingual Project Manager to maintain and promote excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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  • Seek to optimize and simplify processes as they are developed with a focus on continual improvement.
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  • Translate various product / project related documents from English to Japanese and / or Japanese to English.
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  • Interpret between Japanese and English in various meetings and / or events to support the attendees / participants / competitors who speak only one of those languages.
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  • Document decisions and action items with meetings notes, following up on action items as required.
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  • Contribute to driving various team initiatives that are tied to the team goals.
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  • Responsible for other administrative tasks based on business needs.
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    What you’ll bring

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  • Five (5) to seven (7) years of related professional experience, including at least four (4) years in a project management or similar role.
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  • Bachelors degree required.
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  • Must have fluency in both in English and Japanese (verbal and written communication).
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  • Must have proven track record of project coordination skill with excellent communication and organizational skills.
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  • Must have experience in playing Tabletop games, and / or video games.
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  • Must have a proven track record of relationship-building skills, negotiation skills, and problem-solving skills.
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  • Familiarity with Pokémon brand including Pokémon names in both English and Japanese is preferred.
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  • Familiarity with printing or toy industry is preferred.
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  • Detail-oriented, dedicated to accuracy, and able to maintain focus under pressure.
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  • Demonstrated experience with localization projects and cross-cultural awareness.
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  • Ability to manage time efficiently and ability to organize work effectively.
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  • Ability to take initiative and manage the assigned project, ensuring it progresses smoothly and meets its goals.
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  • Ability to provide stakeholders with visibility into status of assigned tasks in a timely manner.
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  • Ability to think and communicate logically.
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  • Ability to proactively identify problems and solve them with limited guidance.
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  • Ability to interpret between Japanese and English in meetings and / or events.
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  • Proficient in Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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  • Passion for learning and growth.
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  • Passion for and knowledge of entire Tabletop game industry.
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    Base Salary Range : For this role, new hires generally start between $105,000.00 - $124,450.00 per year. The full range is $105,000.00 - $157,000.00 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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    #LI-PS #LI-Hybrid

    How you’ll be successful

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  • 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.
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  • 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.
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  • 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.
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  • 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.
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  • Building Relationships : Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a “team first” mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.
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  • 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.
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    What to expect

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  • An innovative culture driven by impact, delivering meaningful outcomes.
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  • Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
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  • Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
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  • 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
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  • Generous paid family leave.
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  • Employer-paid life insurance.
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  • Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
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  • US Employees : 401k Employer Matching.
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  • UK / IRE / MX Employees : Pension Employer Contributions.
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  • Fitness reimbursement.
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  • Commuter benefit.
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  • LinkedIn learning.
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  • Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
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  • Hybrid work environment.
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    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.

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    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.

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