Director, Sports Inventory Job at NBCUniversal in New York

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

The NBCUniversal Ad Sales Planning and Monetization team is seeking a Director, Inventory. You will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and processes of inventory utilization/logistics. As a function of Inventory, you will report into Strategic Planning and will be key in the development and implementation of new inventory processes and guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Inventory oversight and input for all Sports media across NBC, Golf Channel, USA, CNBC, Telemundo and Universo.  Sports could include Golf, NBA, B1G & ND Football, College Basketball, NASCAR, Premier League, US Soccer, Chivas, as well as other Tentpole Sports (Olympics, World Cup, etc)
• Leads team of Managers, Analyst, and House Planners to strategically monetize inventory on Working and Ordered inventory
• Creating and working with team to maintain inventory value docs
• Providing sales with most up to date plan building guide, avails, & programming information
• Spearheads upfront process (acquiring programming grids, creating selling names, setting up plan building guides)
• Participate in the Ratecard process with suggestions on how to evaluate and edit, in order to continue to evolve within the Sports marketplace.
• Liaison with Planning Leads, Finance, Ad Smart, and Direct Response teams to maximize revenue, monitor budget goals and identify risks
• Consistent communication with Marketing and Operations, teams to ensure proper placement for sponsorships
• Oversee schedule changes are correctly executed and communicated to sales
• Manage all the contractual obligations by League, including exclusivities in cooperation with Programming and Operations
• Responsible for weekly inventory reporting to Sales/Planning/Inventory Management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Previous demonstrated people management experience required
• 5 + years of industry experience
• Previous experience with OnAir, and Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint)

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice (if applicable)
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY in a hybrid capacity
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

Desired Characteristics

• Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, deadline-driven Sports media environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization
• Demonstrated analytical and strategic ability when looking at overall inventory
• Proven ability to multi-task, be organized, project manage, and people manage
• Previous experience in Sports a plus

Additional Requirements

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $110,000 - $135,000 + bonus eligible

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

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