Account Planner - Publisher and Developer Relations

Nintendo of America Inc.; Washington, Redmond (District of Columbia, WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where you will manage partnerships and enhance operational workflows within the dynamic video game industry. This role involves collaborating with internal and external teams to ensure timely releases of third-party content while driving continuous improvements. Your critical thinking skills will be essential in resolving account issues and optimizing processes. If you are passionate about entertainment and have a knack for account management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Performance Bonus

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience in account management.
• Experience in the video game industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage partners and prospect accounts focusing on operational workflow.
• Analyze and resolve publisher account issues.

Skills

Operational Workflow Management

Account Management

Critical Thinking

Process Improvement

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Oracle EBS

OM/IPM

BMS

Job description

Nintendo of America Inc.

About Nintendo of America: From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System more than 30 years ago, Nintendo's mission has been to create smiles through unique entertainment experiences. Here at Nintendo of America Inc., we deliver on this mission by partnering closely with Nintendo Co., Ltd., to bring Nintendo's iconic and cherished franchises including Mario, Donkey Kong, The Legend of Zelda, Metroid, Animal Crossing, Pikmin and Splatoon across the Americas through our video games, hardware systems, and collaborations with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like feature films and theme parks.

Based in Redmond, Wash., Nintendo of America serves as headquarters for Nintendo's operations in the Americas. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, and the diverse consumers and communities we call home. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company's website at https://www.nintendo.com/.

Nintendo's Publisher and Developer Relations team isresponsible for 3rd party content acquisition, account, and portfolio management within North America, with a mission focus on advocacy, ambassadorship, and amplification of quality licensed content for Nintendo platforms.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to monitor operational workflow, communicate effectively with internal and external partners, and analyze and resolve publisher account issues. You will display strong critical thinking skills to support continuous process improvements which help optimize systems and processes.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Manages assigned partners and prospect accounts with a focus on either the operational workflow or onboarding of new publishers and developers.


• Works closely with the internal and external teams in providing best in class support to ensure timely release of 3rd Party Publisher content.


• Coordinates with various internal NOA teams and departments (up to and including NCL) as the primary contact for publishers


• Reviews, processes, and troubleshoots issues related to physical & digital ecommerce (e.g. eShop, etc.) software releases.


• Drives continuous process improvement activities to optimize systems and process and to increase productivity.


• Coordinates and implements workflows for digital and physical item orders


• Maintains and administers account files and documentation in shared drive(s), databases, and in other internal systems


• Aggregates and summarizes data related to forecasts, account status, and other release objectives to present to various internal teams and management


• Stays informed of industry and account specific news, and reports out to the team and management as necessary


• Analyzes and resolves publisher account issues.


• Keeps partners informed on Nintendo system updates and product enhancements.


• Ensures compliance with NOA policies and procedures.


• Supports the training of new team members


• Prepares and maintains weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports as requested.

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:

• 3-5 years' of related experience


• Program and account management experience preferred


• Working knowledge of Oracle EBS, OM/IPM and BMS preferred.


• Video Game Industry experience preferred


• Valid passport may be required


• Undergraduate degree in business or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role

This position is onsite in Redmond, WA, and not open to remote status at this time.

This position includes a base pay range of $37.26 - $59.62 per hour, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off. Please see our Benefits & Perks page for more benefits information.

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