• Experience with and knowledge of anime & manga, publishing, entertainment, home video, consumer products, and/or channel marketing fields STRONGLY PREFERRED.
• Experience within the video game, home entertainment, publishing, retail, and/or consumer products industries STRONGLY PREFERRED.
• 7 years of relevant business experience. 

1. Establishes, maintains, and nourishes retail relationships with all assigned accounts on an ongoing basis, and identifies and recommends strategies for deepening and expanding the relationship.
2. Expands our relationships to new retail customers when possible.
3. Prepares and delivers VIZ Media presentations to retail partners and distribution partners.
4. Maximizes profitability at each account by understanding, managing, and recommending enhancements to cost structure & business drivers via management of retailer-specific P&Ls.
5. Assists VIZ Media departments in managing and executing existing and new product implementation at existing retailers. Guides the Creative Services team in planning, developing, and producing point-of-sale marketing materials.
6. Develops retail marketing plans that meet business objectives. Develops positioning and promotional campaigns to maximize channel effectiveness.
7. Sets organizational goals and priorities. Provides direction by developing a common vision. Identifies and recommends new revenue-generating products consistent with our strategic goals.
8. Uses positioning strategies to differentiate the product or service from the competition.
9. Participates in all merchandising functions, including product assortment/layout, pricing/value strategy, and coordination of samples with the Marketing and Sales teams.
10. Enables VIZ Media to reach revenue goals at all accounts via marketing to and through retailer merchandising, marketing, and other constituencies.
11. Tracks account and brand activity weekly via appointed department tracking documents and reporting.
12. Updates weekly flash report for management committee and provides reports on accounts and brands when requested or needed.
13. Represents Retail Development/Sales on assigned discipline teams, as well as at appropriate marketing launches, production and editorial meetings, cover meetings, division meetings, and other meetings as required.
14. Travels to and participates in trade shows, retailer & distribution partner meetings, and other business trips when necessary.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. 
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. 
• Working knowledge of computers with Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills required.
• Ability to work well independently and collaborate effectively with a team.
• Ability to manage projects and complete tasks by meeting timelines and goals.
• Ability to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, and rapid change.
• Ability to take direction. 
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to speak clearly and express thoughts well in a group or one-on-one.
• Ability to think and plan strategically.
• Ability to interact with culturally diverse clients and staff. 
• Ability to work legally in the United States.
• Ability to live in/commute to the SF Bay Area.

• 7 years of relevant business experience. 
• Experience within the video game, home entertainment, publishing, retail, and/or consumer products industries STRONGLY PREFERRED.
• Experience with and knowledge of anime & manga, publishing, entertainment, home video, consumer products, and/or channel marketing fields STRONGLY PREFERRED.
• Equivalent of Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent, with a record that demonstrates suitable preparation for this position.

• Health (including chiropractic/acupuncture), Dental, and Vision insurances
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation time & paid sick time
• Paid holidays — average 11 days/year
• Flex-time
• Full-time casual dress policy

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