Import/Export 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: Import/Export Analyst

• Job Summary: Responsible for the movement of merchandise and/or material in/out of the country in compliance with country, federal, state, and local regulations.

• People Manager: No

What you'll do

Logistics Coordination & Execution

• Plan and manage international shipments (air, ocean, and ground) to meet on time delivery for our Ecommerce and Trading Card Game (TCG) teams.

• Track and monitor in‑transit shipments; proactively resolve delays or exceptions.

• Create, review, and validate shipping and customs documentation (commercial invoice, packing list, BOL, COO, etc.).

• Ensure compliance with global trade regulations by working with our Global Trade Compliance team to ensure import and export documents adhere to our stated requirements.

Analysis & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze freight spend, carrier performance, delivery accuracy, and transit times; identify savings and efficiency opportunities.

• Build dashboards, scorecards, and KPIs to monitor logistics performance.

• Recommend process improvements and automation opportunities to optimize lead times and reduce costs.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with procurement, planning, inventory, manufacturing, and customer service teams.

• Partner with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and carriers to ensure seamless operations.

• Support International Transportation, Trade Compliance, and Supply Chain teams with data, reporting, and project participation.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain 100% compliance with all import/export laws (CBP, BIS, OFAC, TSA, etc.).

• Support internal and external audits related to trade compliance and logistics operations.

What you'll bring

• Two (2) to five (5) years of professional experience in logistics, international shipping, or supply chain.

• Working knowledge of:

  • Incoterms

  • Import and Export Ocean and air freight operations

  • Customs clearance processes

• Proficiency in Excel and/or data tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).

• Experience with ERP or TMS systems (Oracle (preferred), SAP, NetSuite, Manhattan, etc.).

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration abilities.

• Experience in import/export operations for a multinational company preferred.

• Familiarity with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies preferred.

• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced global environment.

• Data‑driven mindset with the ability to translate insights into actions.

• Continuous improvement orientation.

• Ownership and accountability.

Base Salary Range: For this role, new hires generally start between $80,200.00 - $93,000.00 per year. The full range is $80,200.00 - $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.

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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.