Commercial Analyst

NOVA Entertainment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free pre-pay day lunch days

Anniversary & Loyalty leave

Mental Wellbeing days

Employee benefits from partners

Celebrations and themed days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Job summary

NOVA Entertainment in Melbourne is seeking a Commercial Analyst to optimise inventory, pricing and forecasting across Broadcast, Streaming and Digital Audio to maximise revenue, utilisation and commercial outcomes. You will build models, analyse demand trends and collaborate with teams to drive revenue opportunities.

You will produce reporting, dashboards and scenario modelling, strengthening governance and data integrity while partnering with Sales and Ad Operations to align strategies and

Qualifications

• 3+ Years experience in broadcast/digital inventory management, inventory analysis, yield management, trading, media operations or a similar role.
• Experience working with PowerBI or similar intelligence tools.
• Strong analytical capability with a focus on improving revenue outcomes.
• Understanding of inventory management/dynamics and pricing principles, or strong willingness to learn; digital audio and/or digital media understanding is desirable.
• Ability to interpret data and provide recommendations using seasonal insights and market insights.
• Strong communication skills, able to translate data into clear commercial recommendations.
• High attention to detail and strong data integrity mindset.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Developing and optimising inventory, pricing and forecasting models across Broadcast, Streaming, Podcast and Retail Audio to maximise revenue, utilisation and commercial outcomes.
• Analysing inventory performance, demand trends and market dynamics to identify revenue opportunities, pricing improvements, commercial risks and clearer recommendations.
• Managing inventory frameworks across sponsorships, audience targeting, CPM, direct and programmatic sales while supporting trading agreements, bonus activity, barter arrangements and revenue optimisation projects.
• Partnering with Sales, Airtime, Ad Operations and Digital Audio teams to align inventory strategy, demand, pricing, packaging, negotiations and revenue planning.
• Producing reporting, dashboards and scenario modelling that improve visibility of inventory performance, strengthen trading processes, support governance and maintain data accuracy and integrity.

Skills

Inventory management

Inventory analysis

Yield management

Trading

Media operations

PowerBI

Data interpretation

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

PowerBI

Job description

At NOVA Entertainment, we have a culture of innovation, creativity and exceptional service. We move fast, think big and thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.

Our values, we call The Code shape how we work and how we show up for each other, our clients and audiences.

How does this apply?

For a Commercial Analyst, relentless curiosity means problems excite us. Building on the skills above, you ask what can be done with our inventory, pricing and forecasting, not simply what has been done, challenging assumptions in the data and searching for better revenue opportunities.

You are here to get the numbers right, not to be right, staying open to demand trends, market dynamics and the evidence in front of you. That mindset is what makes the work worth doing, turning complex commercial challenges into smarter pricing, packaging and trading outcomes.

This role brings Unwavering Unity to life through working independently while knowing when to collaborate and ask questions. You will be part of a friendly, collaborative team within Nova that well and truly punches above their weight and is well respected for their understanding of the Commercial Operations.

In practice this looks like:

• Developing and optimising inventory, pricing and forecasting models across Broadcast, Streaming, Podcast and Retail Audio to maximise revenue, utilisation and commercial outcomes.
• Analysing inventory performance, demand trends and market dynamics to identify revenue opportunities, pricing improvements, commercial risks and clearer recommendations.
• Managing inventory frameworks across sponsorships, audience targeting, CPM, direct and programmatic sales while supporting trading agreements, bonus activity, barter arrangements and revenue optimisation projects.
• Partnering with Sales, Airtime, Ad Operations and Digital Audio teams to align inventory strategy, demand, pricing, packaging, negotiations and revenue planning.
• Producing reporting, dashboards and scenario modelling that improve visibility of inventory performance, strengthen trading processes, support governance and maintain data accuracy and integrity.

At NOVA, Radical Empathy means understanding what others need and responding with care: that shows up through the outcomes you deliver and the strengths you bring every day.

This can be demonstrated by:

• Supporting annualised trading deals, bonus, barter and holding group discussions with inventory and pricing insights
• Applying seasonal and market insights to pricing strategies and supporting commercial negotiations

Skills that help you succeed in this role:

• 3+ Years experience in broadcast/digital inventory management, inventory analysis, yield management, trading, media operations or a similar role
• Experience working with PowerBI or similar intelligence tools
• Strong analytical capability with a focus on improving revenue outcomes
• Understanding of inventory management/dynamics and pricing principles, or strong willingness to learn; digital audio and/or digital media understanding is desirable
• Ability to interpret data and provide recommendations using seasonal insights and market insights
• Strong communication skills, able to translate data into clear commercial recommendations
• High attention to detail and strong data integrity mindset
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment

What’s in it for you

• Free pre-pay day lunch days to bring the team together
• Additional leave days: Anniversary & Loyalty leave, Give back Leave, Mental Wellbeing days
• Excellent employee benefits from a variety of partners nationally
• Frequent celebrations and themed days that make work genuinely enjoyable
• A fun, energetic environment where wins are celebrated and milestones are recognised
• At NOVA Entertainment, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, fostering a fair and inclusive recruitment process where every candidate is considered equitably and supported to succeed
• Please include a short cover letter telling us why this opportunity interests you and the impact you believe you could make within the Commercial Revenue & Operations team.
• We aim to contact shortlisted applicants within 5–10 working days of receiving their application.
• If you require any adjustments or considerations during the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.

About NOVA Entertainment:

NOVA Entertainment is one of Australia’s leading audio entertainment providers, connecting audiences and brands across broadcast, digital and on-demand platforms.

NOVA is home to Australia’s #1 radio network and some of the country’s most recognised radio brands alongside an expanding suite of DAB+ stations.

NOVA’s broadcast offering is complemented by a range of on-demand assets across digital, social and mobile, including the Nova Podcast Network, which brings together a diverse and accessible mix of talent to create premium content that connects audiences and brands.