Business Operations Analyst

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.

Get to know the role

• Job Title: Business Operations Analyst, Marketing and Media VP Office
• Job Summary: As we continue to grow, we have come to a point where we need some relationship builders who are dedicated to quality and who lead with integrity and respect to support our Marketing and Media VP Office. We have created a new Business Operations Analyst role in the Marketing and Media VP Office to ensure effective support of the overall Marketing and Media organization, enhanced decision making, and streamlined various operational processes. You’ll join a team of people (aka Trainers) who are Passionate for Pokémon and play a key role in creating a great employee experience or #lifeatTPCI. 
• FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt
• People Manager: No

What you’ll do

• Provide analytical support to the Marketing and Media VP Office by aggregating data from multiple sources, calculating data in Excel/spreadsheets, developing visual outputs as requested, and summarizing/synthesizing results.
• Perform various data analysis using Excel, using functions such as pivot tables, SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, IF, VLOOKUP, INDEX, and MATCH.
• Aggregate and cross-analyze data from multiple sources to develop actionable insights, including financials, budgets, market research, and other internal data.
• Provide PowerPoint support by creating slides/presentations as directed, standardizing formatting, reviewing for content accuracy, and consolidating slides from various teams to create cohesive presentations.
• Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders and cross-functional leaders, helping to coordinate large-scale meetings, events/conferences, and related logistics.
• Supports the development of key presentation materials including items such as decks, handouts etc. with dedication to quality and attention to detail as an extension of the team you support.
• Handle highly confidential and/or sensitive departmental matters with discretion and tact.
• Provide in-office support to the Marketing and Media VP Office and perform related duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3-4+ years of work experience, including experience analyzing data.
• You are driven to create great experiences for others and have a genuine passion for providing outstanding support.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and meeting deadlines, develops alternative solutions
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs when needed.
• Preferred qualifications include: Japanese language proficiency (e.g., Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 1+), work experience at both Japanese and US corporations, project management/event planning experience, ability to perform more complex analyses in Excel (e.g., VBA scripts)

Base Salary Range: For this role, new hires generally start between $78,000.00 - $93,100.00 per year. The full range is $78,000.00 - $118,000.00 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.

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.