Asset Protection Specialist

Get to know The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International manages the Pokémon property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing and marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon 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 corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com.

Get to know the role

• Job Title: Asset Protection Specialist
• Job Summary: This role supports day-to-day operations related to asset tracking, inventory control and basic loss prevention.
• FLSA Classification (US Only):
• People Manager: No

What you’ll do

• Standardize inventory tracking processes to maintain high accuracy and data integrity with site asset records
• Support end-to-end asset or product lifecycle activities (receiving, staging, deployment, disposition) with consistent adherence to chain of custody requirements
• Identify and develop mitigation plans for identified risks. Escalate discrepancies to internal partners, contributing to timely resolution of issues and reduced risk exposure.
• Ensure compliance with established security and access control protocols for restricted inventory areas
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend improvements to leadership.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and support cycle counts, contributing to successful audit outcomes and operational compliance
• Applied attention to detail to accurately document asset movement, improving visibility and traceability of site inventory
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support efficient and secure asset handling workflows
• Proactively flag process gaps or inconsistencies and contribute to process improvements at the team level
• Maintain secure storage environments, ensuring alignment with site safety and security standards
• Demonstrate reliability and ownership by consistently executing core responsibilities with minimal supervision and high accuracy

What you’ll bring

• Two (2) to four plus (4+) years of related experience
• Foundational experience in environments requiring process adherence, accuracy, and accountability (e.g., retail, warehouse, logistics, security support, or operations)
• Basic understanding of asset protection and inventory control principles, including the importance of tracking and securing company property
• Experience following structured procedures such as sign-in/sign-out logs, inventory tracking, or access control protocols
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately document and verify asset movement and inventory records
• Demonstrated ability to identify and escalate discrepancies, risks, or unusual activity in a timely manner
• Comfort working in controlled or secure environments with restricted access and compliance requirements
• Proven reliability and consistency in executing routine tasks with minimal supervision
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (Security, Facilities, IT)

Base Salary Range: For this role, new hires generally start between $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year. The full range is $85,000.00 - $150,000.00 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.
• 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 Pokémon experience.

What to expect

• An innovative culture driven by impact, delivering meaningful outcomes.
• Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
• Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
• 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/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Commuter benefit.
• LinkedIn learning.
• Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
• 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.

The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at View email address on aiapply.co.