Full-Time
TCG Key Account Manager
Official platform for Pokémon games, anime, merchandise
Compensation Overview
$58,000 - $68,400
Junior, Mid, Senior
London, UK
- Five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant professional experience or a demonstrated equivalent level of expertise
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or a demonstrated equivalent level of applicable experience
- Excellent command of the English language and fluent/mother tongue in one of the following languages: Italian, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, Finnish
- Additional languages desirable but not essential (Greek, Hebrew, Slovenian, Croatian, Serbian, Bulgarian)
- Highly self-motivated
- Proficiency with Microsoft office
- Strong account management, communication and relationship building skills
- Proven track record of negotiating, influencing and closing deals with high profile partners
- Ability to travel extensively throughout Europe and other territories
- Strong diary and time management skills with the ability multitask across multiple time zones
- 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
- Job Title: TCG Key Account Manager
- Job Summary: The International Sales Key Account Manager TCG will work with the Senior Manager TCG Sales to meet and exceed revenue objectives through set retail development targets in Italy, the Nordics, Greece, Israel and the Balkans. The Key Account Manager will be responsible for generating sales through existing and new accounts/markets while working in close partnership with the Senior Sales Manager and internal teams to increase visibility in retails channels in order to secure consumer engagement with the Pokémon brand
- FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt
- People Manager: No
- Develop close commercial relationships with key partners assigned by the Senior Sales Manager and VP
- Identify opportunities to influence the space available in store for Pokémon TCG category by using epos data, and all other market insights
- Suggest point of sales opportunities to meet the needs of the market and execute with the support of our retail marketing, planning and operations teams
- Constant market analysis i.e. sales performance, competitor activities, store checks, TV, online, digital exposure to evaluate brand / market performance
- Work with the licensing team to implement cross-category space at retail where required
- Work with the OP team to ensure expansion of Play! Pokémon network
- Establish yearly business development plans for accounts in line with targets set by VP, Senior Manager and Sales Team
- Preparing and executing pitches, - providing strategic market overviews, retail developments and plans both internally and externally
- Forecasting and planning of product availability and distribution by market as well as at retail level
- Make recommendations internally for stock production on all new releases and possible reprints
- Monitor stock availability and recommend initiatives both internally and externally to address any issues and to ensure maximum availability
- Work closely with distributors and retailers to provide the most recent information of Pokémon TCG Products campaigns and promotions
- Collaborate with operations team to ensure any issues arising related to the accounts are dealt efficiently
- Work with distributors and retailers to maximise Pokemon TCG space, awareness and sales opportunities in retail spaces
- Work with planning team to ensure market and retailer requirements are met in regards to availability, activations and promotions
- Assess product performance using all available insights, provide feedback to product planning and product development teams
The Pokémon Company, the official hub for all things Pokémon, offers a dynamic work culture that thrives on creativity and collaboration, fostering an environment where employees can contribute to the development of globally beloved games, anime, and merchandise. Their competitive advantage lies in their ownership of a universally recognized brand, allowing them to consistently engage a vast, loyal consumer base. As industry leaders, they consistently push the boundaries of technology in gaming and animation, ensuring they remain at the forefront of their respective fields.
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Minato City, Japan
Founded
1998
6 month growth
↑ 10%1 year growth
↑ 15%2 year growth
↑ 23%Benefits
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 Employees: Pension Employer Contributions
Fitness reimbursement
Commuter benefit
LinkedIn learning
Comprehensive relocation package
Hybrid work environment