Manager, Competitive Programs

Five+ (5+) years of relevant professional experience, plus two (2+) years of people management experience, managing a team(s) of direct reports.

Ability to understand and provide constructive review of floorplans, network diagrams and other technical requirements for tournament play hardware such as  mobile phones and the Nintendo Switch.

While passion for the Pokémon brand is a plus, it is not required.

However, knowledge of and a willingness to learn more about the brand is a must.

Ability to become a SME of multiple products at a competitive level is a must.

For this role, new hires generally start between $119,300 - $158,700 per year. The full range is $119,300 - $215,000 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.

Manage and develop team members responsible for strategic execution of various competitive products such as the Pokémon TCG, VG, Pokémon UNITE, and Pokémon GO.

Oversee the global qualification process for multiple products across North America, Europe, Latin America, MESA, and Oceania.

Plan, budget, and allocate support in line with underlying business and company priorities for each product.

Develop quarterly and annual goals meeting department and company objectives.

Manage competitive program and live ops calendars, as well as oversee the creation of prizing tables, digital rewards, and other player incentives.

Lead and partner with internal and external teams, including game developers, to build the path to Worlds for multiple products.