Logistics Specialist

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/.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Establishes supply chain services master production schedule.

• Establishes dependent and independent material requirements and plans in support of master production schedule.

• Fulfils transactions for purchase order activity, direct to consumer orders, order inquiry and orders available to allocate.

• Works with internal customers to coordinate end-to-end logistics of finished goods; retail replenishment orders, new product releases, and retail ad support orders.

• Facilitates all outbound shipments from NOA, Nintendo of Canada (NOCL), and third-party logistics providers (3PL's).

• Facilitates carrier capacity through planning meetings for launch releases along with peak shipping periods.

• Analyzes, reports and executes plans for projected production material requirements and plans for variations in usage (stock levels and lead times).

• Creates Action Memos and requisitions, performs follow up and expedites materials as needed.

• Collaborates with Document Control, Manufacturing Engineering and Design on bill of materials and item master records for current and future production builds.

• Communicates critical information to internal and external stakeholders regarding Materials Requirements Planning and Work in Progress for active projects.

• Determines material requirements to support in-house and contractor production schedules, initiates purchase requisitions as appropriate to ensure materials are ordered and in stock to meet production requirements, and maintains an acceptable inventory le

• Supports project development, including materials and scheduling.

• Reports project progress to senior management through written and verbal communication and presentations.

• Collaborates with and supports Manager, Materials and other functional business areas as workload dictates.

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:

• 3 to 5 years of related experience required.

• In-depth knowledge of Supply Chain (Logistics, Production, and Distribution Operations).

• Ability to manage complex Supply Chain distribution projects (trade show & white glove coordination).

• Experience with scheduling shipments for Distribution Center and 3PL providers.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, IBM iSeries and Oracle EBS.

• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills.

• Requires working knowledge and experience in own job family and broadens capabilities; has worked with and is proficient with current practices and procedures.

• Requires expanded knowledge in own job family and broadens capabilities.

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

• Certificate in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM).

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 salary range of $77,500 - $124,000 annually, 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.