Nintendo of America Inc.

The worldwide pioneer in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co., Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its Nintendo Switch™ system and the Nintendo 3DS™ family of portable systems. Since 1983, when it launched the Nintendo Entertainment System™, Nintendo has sold more than 4.7 billion video games and more than 740 million hardware units globally, including Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, as well as the Game Boy™, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS™ family of systems, Super NES™, Nintendo 64™, Nintendo GameCube™, Wii™ and Wii U™ systems. It has also created industry icons that have become well-known, household names, such as Mario, Donkey Kong, Metroid, Zelda and Pokémon. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash., serves as headquarters for Nintendo’s operations in the Americas. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company’s website.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

In partnership with the Director of Partner Marketing and Retail, manages multiple marketing projects, ensuring business objectives and milestones are achieved.
Oversees coordination of efforts among various departments by assignment of action items and communicating project progress.
Collaborates with key internal and external stakeholders to manage global coordination and alignment of marketing plans and assets
Creates and leads timely communications to stakeholders to ensure consistent high-quality plan and execution
Collaborates with external partners to amplify the Nintendo brand and consumer experience through licensed Nintendo products and experiences.
Communicates strategies, objectives, and progress to executives and internal cross-functional teams, ensuring executional alignment across all levels of the organization
Coordinates with outside production partners and vendors on production, approvals and deliverables and engages with partner contacts as appropriate.
Manages asset approvals and related process in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
In conjunction with partner(s), ensures accurate post-launch and wrap-up reporting, and distribution of reports to all stakeholders
Works closely with Nintendo Company Limited (NCL) and Nintendo of Europe (NOE), and communicates with NCL and NOE contacts to understand input, marketing focus, and results from Japanese and European markets
Communicates with NCL, NOE and Nintendo of America (NOA) staff to align global marketing communications and activities.
Balances input and feedback from NOA executives, NCL management, subsidiary teams and other Nintendo internal teams as appropriate to ensure successful partner product launches and execution
Contributes extensively to successful product marketing plans
Some travel may be required (post-COVID) to support business and partner needs

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS

6-8 years related experience in project / program management
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely, cooperatively, and effectively with different departments and with parent company required
Video game and/or licensed merchandise business knowledge preferred
Knowledge of project management skills and techniques
Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to gain cooperation among multiple departments and individuals representing various functions
Experience managing multiple and varied projects
Understanding of Japanese language helpful, but not required
Undergraduate degree in Business or applicable field
Valid passport may be required for international travel

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