Associate Product Marketing Manager - Merchandise (12-month Fixed Term Contract)

The role

This role supports Licensing & Publishing marketing programs and product launches. You will partner with internal teams and external licensees to deliver on-brand campaigns.

What you will do

• Execute partner marketing programs and product launches.
• Review licensee marketing materials and assets for brand alignment.
• Coordinate marketing material and asset reviews with internal stakeholders.
• Develop and distribute campaign briefs for internal stakeholders and digital teams.
• Manage and maintain marketing calendars.
• Coordinate with external partners and internal stakeholders for campaign execution.
• Partner with stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain timelines.
• Support post-campaign reporting and performance reviews.
• Create custom B2B marketing materials including brand updates and calendars.

Required qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in marketing program associate management or management position.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to project manage, work cross functionally, and oversee multiple projects.
• Experience working with external partners.
• Ability to communicate clearly and troubleshoot challenges diplomatically.
• Willingness to learn more about the Pokémon brand.

Nice to have

• Experience in the entertainment industry across multiple product categories.
• Passion for the Pokémon brand

Benefits

• Innovative culture driven by impact
• Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon
• Competitive cash-based compensation programs
• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums
• Generous paid family leave
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance
• 401k Employer Matching (US Employees)
• Pension Employer Contributions (UK/IRE/MX Employees)
• Fitness reimbursement
• Commuter benefit
• LinkedIn learning

Before you apply

• For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work.
• For roles in Ireland, this role requires the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland.
• The Company may be able to arrange a visa in some cases.

About the company

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.