Associate Manager, Product Coordination

Industry:

Company: SEGA OF AMERICA INC

Job Details

Job Location
Progress – Irvine, CA

Position Type
Full Time

Salary Range
$70,000.00 – $85,000.00 Salary

Description

Hybrid Work Model

SEGA. . . What do you think of when you hear that word? Do you think of the console with the iconic, harmonized voice fire ups or do you think of the countless gaming hits from Sonic the Hedgehog, Golden Axe, or the Persona series? . . .

When we think of SEGA, we think of its evolution as a pioneer in the video game market to one of the most prominent video game developers and publishers ever! Globally, SEGA has over 5,000 employees passionately working to bring the best gaming entertainment to players around the planet. We have one of, if not the richest, portfolio of original IPs something we are very proud of and excited about as the market continues to change.

New streaming technologies and shifts in the retail landscape are well poised for what will be the most disruptive and innovative time in our industry. Our IP strategy positions us well for this, and we are enthusiastic about the future!

There’s never been a more exciting time in the company’s history to join SEGA!

Job Summary:

SEGA of America is seeking an Associate Manager, Product Coordination who will manage our exciting titles through various stages of the company’s internal greenlighting process known as “Inline.” You will play a critical role within the business by overseeing multiple projects from its initiation stage to launch, bringing multiple stakeholders across the business into alignment (Production, Publishing, Corporate Planning, overseas counterparts in Japan and in UK, etc.), & ensuring each project is ready for budget approvals. This role will report to the Manager, Product Coordination.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Day-to-Day
  • Track & manage the Inline schedule and release date for assigned projects using internal trackers & tools
  • Coordinate with colleagues to prepare effective presentation decks for projects’ budget approvals.
  • Check deliverables to ensure relevant information is accurate and in order
  • Secure Inline meetings in coordination with local executive assistants and our counterparts in Japan & Europe.
  • Facilitate Inline meetings & compose meeting minutes
  • Organize project folders & files on the company SharePoint site
  • Attend regular alignment meetings with colleagues at SOA & other SEGA branches to track project status & coordinate Inline items, Compose & send weekly newsletters regarding recent Inline activities
  • Commute to work in the Irvine office on Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday each week.
• Strategy Support
  • Attend occasional business trips to our international offices in Japan & Europe for cross regional process alignment.
  • Stay informed on company’s initiatives & industry trends to ensure relevant information is presented & discussed for Inline approvals
  • Report on operational performance & suggest improvements within our approval process & internal workflows where there is an opportunity

Qualifications

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bilingual Japanese/English (Professional working proficiency or above)
• 3+ years of experience in project management or related cross functional role within gaming, entertainment, or consumer products.
• Proven ability to manage procedure and process
• Strong interest in video games and a knowledge of the entertainment industry
• Ability to plan and carry out work when regularly unsupervised
• Confident and professional in dealing with senior members of the company
• Excellent ability in the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook
• Clear and concise communication ability both written and verbal
• Flexibility to react quickly, reschedule, and prioritize workload as necessary
• Confidence in assessing situations and identifying reasonable courses of action
• Attention to detail combined with an ability to multitask
• Capable of bringing a variety of parties and information into alignment

Preferred Skills:

• Passion for Japanese culture, JRPG games, and Anime
• Knowledge & interest in SEGA &/or ATLUS games
• Experience working in a Japanese corporate setting & knowledge of Japanese culture
• Familiarity with game development lifecycle & workflows, marketing strategies, forecasting methodologies, or consumer research methodologies
• PMP certification, PMO experience, or equivalent education/experience
• Experience customizing & optimizing SharePoint sites