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Brand Coordinator, Hobby (Direct Business)

Bandai Namco
  • Irvine, California
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Brand Coordinator, Hobby
     
    The Hobby Brand Coordinator will serve as a key support role for Bandai Hobby business operations at Bandai Namco Cross Store and other directly operated stores, while supporting Gundam Base events, Premium Bandai initiatives, and Gundam Assemble activities. This role will coordinate with cross-functional teams including product marketing, sales, and operations to support retail activations, promotional initiatives and consumer engagement activities.
     
    The Coordinator will assist with event planning, store support, product coordination, data tracking, and operational tasks in a fast-paced environment with a high volume of ongoing initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to gain experience across retail operations, event execution, online marketing, and brand support, with potential for expanded responsibilities over time.
     
    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
    • Support hobby business operations for Bandai Namco Cross Store and other directly operated stores, including product coordination, store communication, and operational support
    • Support Gundam Base event operations, including event preparation, pull list creation, onsite coordination, and post-event follow-up
    • Support Premium Bandai initiatives, including product setup coordination, promotional support, and sales tracking
    • Support Gundam Assemble initiatives, including organized play support, event coordination, and community-related activities
    • Create and maintain reports, sales tracking files, and business data in clear and organized formats
    • Assist directly operated stores business with preparation for new stores opening, offer preparations, data tracking of sales and visitor numbers, and announcements through social media that we own
    • Assist Premium Bandai business with product registration to the designated e-com system that we use, and announcements through social media that we own
    • Monitor market trends and consumer activities within the hobby and entertainment industry
    • Support cross-functional projects and company initiatives involving multiple departments and brands
    • Assist with meeting coordination, information sharing, and administrative support related to hobby business operations
    • Perform additional operational and coordination tasks as assigned
     
    REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
    CORE SKILLS
    • Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
    • Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and accountability.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    JOB SPECIFIC SKILLS
    • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data tracking.
    • Japanese language skills or familiarity with Japanese culture is a plus but not required.
    • Interest in hobby, collectibles, or pop culture.
    JOB REQUIREMENTS
     
    EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
       EXPERIENCE AND WORK REQUIREMENTS
    • 1–3 years of experience in events, marketing, sales support, or a related field.
    MENTAL PHYSICAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
     
    WORK ENVIRONMENT
    White-collar office environment
    WORKPLACE TEMPERATURE
    Typical Office
    WORK CONDITIONS
    Frequent periods of sitting and engaging in computer-related tasks. There will be occasional requirements to stand and/or walk, particularly during event support.
    NOISE LEVEL
    Mild
    PHYSICAL SIGHT
    Viewing a computer screen and reading written documents at close range
    Observing presentations, meetings, and event spaces at a distance
    Distinguishing colors as needed for materials, signage, and branding elements relevant to the role
    LIFTING
    Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 25-30 pounds occasionally.
    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
    Ability to sit for extended periods during regular office work; ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8+ hours) during trade shows and events.
    TRAVEL
    Up to 10-15% travel required for industry events, typically 2-3 days trips. 1-2 times annually may require multi-day travel (as needed).
     
    06/17/2026

     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationIrvine, California
    Websitehttps://www.bandai.com/careers

    Skills

    • Administrative Skillsunmatched
    • Business Operationsunmatched
    • Business Supportunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Consumer Goods and Servicesunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Entertainment and Mediaunmatched
    • Event Managementunmatched
    • Event Marketingunmatched
    • Follow Throughunmatched
    • Japanese Languageunmatched
    • Market Trackingunmatched
    • Market Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Marketingunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • New Store Openingsunmatched
    • Online Marketingunmatched
    • Operational Communicationsunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Plan Meetingsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Product Marketingunmatched
    • Product Supportunmatched
    • Promotional Programsunmatched
    • Retail Operationsunmatched
    • Revenue/Sales Reportingunmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • Sales Operationsunmatched
    • Sales Promotionsunmatched
    • Sales Supportunmatched
    • Social Mediaunmatched
    • Trade Showsunmatched
    • Travel Industryunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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