Sr. Program Manager, Continuous Improvement
Company: The Pok--mon Company International
Location: Redmond
Posted on: April 28, 2024
Job Description:
Get to know The Pok--mon Company International The Pok--mon
Company International, a subsidiary of The Pok--mon Company in
Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for
brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pok--mon Trading Card
Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official
Pok--mon website. Pok--mon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today
is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in
the world. Learn more online at and on Facebook (), YouTube (),
Twitter (), and Instagram (). Get to know the role
- Job Title: Sr. Program Manager, Continuous Improvement
- Job Summary: This role will organize, manage, and deliver the
continuous improvement program for the TCG organization.
- FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt
- People Manager: No Get to know the role
- Job Title: Sr. Program Manager, Continuous Improvement
- Job Summary: This role will organize, manage, and deliver the
continuous improvement program for the TCG organization.
- FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt
- People Manager: No What you'll do
- Manage the continuous improvement program for TCG product
development, including the creation and maintenance of a project
backlog.
- Assess product development lifecycle needs across the TCG
organization, improving processes and tools, and creating key
performance metrics.
- Lead interdepartmental teams to complete concurrent projects,
promoting measurable improvements and a culture of continuous
improvement.
- Collaborate with important partners to align program priorities
with organizational goals and objectives.
- Facilitate and guide cross-functional discussions, balancing
the needs of the organization.
- Conduct resource and cost analysis, estimating expected needs
for the program and each project.
- Apply change management framework to guide people through
changes for successful adoption and minimal disruption.
- Conduct risk assessments, report identified risks to
management, and provide recommendations for mitigation of
risk.
- Act as a liaison between company and vendors.
- Partner with various teams to develop and provide training and
information to impacted parties.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, industry,
contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications,
and best practices. What you'll bring
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or a demonstrated
equivalent level of applicable experience.
- 8-11 years of experience managing and delivering business
process change.
- Proficiency in Lean Six Sigma methodologies (Six Sigma Green
Belt required, Black Belt preferred).
- End to end process knowledge (concept through delivery) of
consumer goods strongly preferred.
- Experience with Business Process Management and Product
Lifecycle Management tools.
- Experience with change management methodologies (e.g.,
Prosci).
- Expert user of Miro, Visio or other process mapping
software.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, strong
analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet
deadlines.
- Strong leadership skills. How you'll be successful
- Passion for Pok--mon: Develops an understanding of the Pok--mon
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 Pok--mon experience. What to expect
- An employee first culture
- Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pok--mon
- Competitive cash-based compensation programs
- Base salary range: For this role, new hires generally start
between $125,000 - $148,200. The full range is $125,000 - $187,000.
This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is
intended to be hired. Final base salary is directly related to each
candidates' qualifications and professional experience
uniquely.
- 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 The above statements are intended to
describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of
their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For
roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to
work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to
arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates
to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland.
However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may
consider supporting an employment permit application, in
appropriate and suitable cases.
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