Pricing & Inventory Manager

Are Media Pty Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Additional paid leave

Paid parental leave

Learning & development

Wellbeing program

Exclusive discounts

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Are Media is seeking a senior digital advertising strategist to shape pricing, packaging and revenue growth across our iconic Australian brands.

You will own pricing and yield strategy for direct and programmatic inventory, forecast demand, and partner with Sales, Ad Operations and Finance to deliver compelling solutions. You’ll use data-driven insights to maximise inventory value and drive sustainable revenue across display, video and native formats.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in digital publishing or programmatic trading in the Australian media market.
• Strong expertise in Google Ad Manager and monetisation across display, video, native and programmatic channels.
• Proven analytical and commercial capability to use sell-through, eCPM, fill-rate data to improve pricing.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and collaborate across Sales, Ad Operations, Client Solutions and Finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead pricing and yield strategy across digital advertising products, establishing commercial frameworks that protect inventory value and optimise revenue.
• Own digital inventory planning and forecasting, using performance data to identify risks, improve sell-through and unlock underutilised inventory.
• Partner with Sales and Client Solutions to develop commercially compelling packages and solutions that convert audience, inventory and market insights into incremental revenue.
• Build reporting, governance and trading processes that translate complex data into clear recommendations and support stronger commercial decision‑making.

Skills

Digital publishing & programmatic

Analytical capability

Stakeholder influence

Tools

Google Ad Manager

Programmatic platforms

Job description

Who are we?

Our portfolio includes some of Australia’s most iconic and trusted brands, including The Australian Women’s Weekly, ELLE, marie claire, New Idea, Australian House & Garden, Bounty Parents, Better Homes & Gardens and more!

We are Australia’s leading omnichannel content company for women! Every day we inform, inspire and connect with 9 in 10 Australian women through magazine media, digital, video, social, e-commerce, vodcasts, events and experiences.

What we can offer you

• We welcome the opportunity to explore flexible work options where appropriate, depending on the needs of the business.

• Additional paid leave, including a day off to celebrate your birthday, four days of volunteer leave each year, and inclusive leave provisions supporting reproductive, hormonal and wellbeing needs, as well as First Nations cultural and ceremonial commitments.

• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks, plus a parenting gift pack, meal vouchers and return-to-work support.

• Opportunities to grow and develop, with access to tailored learning pathways, mentoring, Lunch & Learns, our Digital Learning Academy and professional development support.

• A comprehensive wellbeing program including EAP, Mental Health First Aiders, and a personalised online wellbeing portal with assessments, resources and lifestyle plans.

• Exclusive benefits and discounts, including Fitness Passport memberships, discounted health insurance, beauty services, technology and a range of lifestyle offers through our benefits partner Flare.

• A genuinely inclusive culture, supported through our BELONG @ Are program, where everyone is welcomed, valued and empowered to be their authentic selves.

About the role

Shape how Are Media maximises the value of its digital advertising inventory into smarter commercial opportunities and sustainable revenue growth.

Sitting at the intersection of data, technology and commercial strategy, you’ll shape how we price, package and optimise advertising across some of Australia’s most iconic media brands. With visibility across direct and programmatic channels, you’ll uncover new revenue opportunities, influence key commercial decisions and help our teams bring more compelling solutions to market.

Responsibilities

• Lead pricing and yield strategy across digital advertising products, establishing commercial frameworks that protect inventory value and optimise revenue.
• Own digital inventory planning and forecasting, using performance data to identify risks, improve sell-through and unlock underutilised inventory.
• Partner with Sales and Client Solutions to develop commercially compelling packages and solutions that convert audience, inventory and market insights into incremental revenue.
• Build reporting, governance and trading processes that translate complex data into clear recommendations and support stronger commercial decision‑making.

About you

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• 5+ years’ experience in digital publishing, programmatic trading, pricing, yield management or inventory optimisation within the Australian media market.
• Strong technical expertise in Google Ad Manager, digital advertising products and monetisation across display, video, native and programmatic channels.
• Proven analytical and commercial capability, with experience using sell-through, eCPM, fill-rate and performance data to improve pricing and revenue outcomes.
• The confidence to simplify complex information, influence senior stakeholders and collaborate effectively across Sales, Ad Operations, Client Solutions and Finance.

Are Media is a proud member of Media Diversity Australia, a not-for-profit organisation working towards a media landscape that looks and sounds like Australia. We are committed to fostering diverse, respectful,collaborative & inclusive workplace. We know & value the success this brings for everyone and we welcome & encourage applications from diverse backgrounds.When you apply, please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.