Full-Time

Director, Global Logistics

Posted on 9/6/2025

The Pokémon Company

The Pokémon Company

51-200 employees

Licenses IP for games, cards, media

Compensation Overview

$172k - $260k/yr

+ Relocation package

Bellevue, WA, USA

Hybrid

Category
Operations & Logistics (1)
Required Skills
Sales
Supply Chain Management
Inventory Management
Oracle
Requirements
  • 12+ years of professional experience in logistics or supply chain management
  • 5+ years of people management experience, 7+ years preferred or demonstrated equivalent expertise
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field; advanced degree (MBA or MS) or certifications (e.g., APICS, Six Sigma) preferred
  • Proven expertise in leading global logistics operations in a mid-to-large scale organization
  • Deep knowledge of international shipping, inventory management, warehousing, and transportation
  • Ability to travel 6 times (or more as needed) per year domestically and internationally
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, fan-focused environment with highly visible expectations
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and align diverse stakeholders
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
  • Proficiency in logistics systems such as ERP (Oracle ERP preferred) and Warehouse Management System
  • Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting and inventory reconciliation
Responsibilities
  • Define and execute a global logistics strategy aligned with Pokémon Trading Card Game growth and fan engagement goals
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, translating business needs into scalable logistics solutions
  • Build and lead a high-performing logistics team, fostering innovation, accountability, and operational excellence
  • Oversee end to end logistics operations including inventory control, material handling, and domestic and international shipping
  • Champion continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, or other similar methodologies
  • Manage relationships with 3PLs, warehousing partners, and transportation providers to meet service level agreements
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Sales, Finance, and Product Development
  • Lead adoption of ERP and Warehouse Management System to drive visibility, efficiency, and scalability
Desired Qualifications
  • Advanced degree (MBA or MS) preferred
  • Certifications such as APICS or Six Sigma preferred
  • 7+ years of people management experience preferred
  • Oracle ERP proficiency preferred
  • Experience leading global logistics operations in a mid-to-large scale organization (already covered in requirements)

The Pokémon Company manages and licenses the Pokémon IP across video games, trading cards, anime, and merchandise, coordinating the franchise for partner products and services. Its offerings include core video games, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, animated series and films, and licensed merchandise, with Pokémon GO as a prominent freemium mobile game using augmented reality. It differs from competitors by being a consortium of Nintendo, Game Freak, and Creatures, which enables centralized control and consistent cross-media branding and licensing. Its goal is to grow and sustain the Pokémon brand by delivering games and media, expanding partnerships, and engaging fans worldwide through ongoing releases, events, and new ways to experience Pokémon.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Japan

Founded

1998

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What believers are saying

  • Licensing spans toys, apparel, tech gear for broad global engagement.
  • Pokémon Center stores and online boost direct retail revenue since 2011.
  • Joint venture with Nintendo, Game Freak, Creatures ensures IP stability.

What critics are saying

  • AI-generated Pokémon guides flood Amazon, duping buyers now.
  • Netflix Pokémon producer embraces AI animation, eroding traditional jobs.
  • Nintendo pursues backdoor lawsuits against AI IP theft immediately.

What makes The Pokémon Company unique

  • Pokémon Company exclusively publishes mobile titles, controlling revenue streams.
  • Pokémon TCG reaches 76 countries in 13 languages globally.
  • 14 apps engage trainers across all ages beyond Pokémon GO.

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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

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