Analyst, Linear Sports Inventory

Lensa; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media and entertainment company is seeking a Linear Sports Inventory Analyst in New York City. The role involves tracking commercial inventory across various sports channels and coordinating with sales processes to optimize media placements. Candidates should hold a related degree and have experience in media ad sales. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary and various company-sponsored benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience as a Sales Planner or 2+ years' Sales Assistant experience in media ad sales.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Track and report on media inventory across various channels.
• Assist Inventory Managers with deal maintenance and programming changes.
• Create and maintain selling names while managing ad sales processes.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Media Math

Interpersonal skills

Education

Four year degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

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Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, NBCUniversal, is seeking professionals in New York, NY. Apply via Lensa today!

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. 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.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

As a Linear Sports Inventory Analyst, you will be responsible for tracking commercial inventory, coordinating internal sales processes with Sales Account Service Representatives & Sales Planners. You work closely across Planning in supporting the Ad Sales Strategic Planning Group.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Track and report on media inventory 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).
• Assist Inventory Managers with deal maintenance related to stewardship/post-buys/MSAs
• Manage effects of programming changes, deal changes and shifts through systems approval queue
• Create and maintain selling names and syncing b/t logs and sales plan building system
• Interact with Sales, Planning, Sales Operations, Marketing and Programming departments
• Maintain and manage reports for Sales and Planning on a routine and ad hoc basis
• On an as-needed basis, project-based work (systems and process improvement) to support department Directors and SVP
• Routine meetings with Manager to discuss pending issues, resolve problems, and forecast inventory
• Keep abreast of industry news via trades to increase and strengthen knowledge of Ad Sales and get a general/broad understanding of industry, including relevant sports properties.
• Four year degree or equivalent experience
• 1+ years' experience as a Sales Planner OR 2+ years' of Sales Assistant experience in media ad sales – Sports experience is a plus
• Expert understanding of Media Math
• Strong Analytical problem solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, , PowerPoint)
  
  

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV throughwww.nbcunicareers.comto be considered
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY in a hybrid capacity
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States now and in the future
• Must be 18 years or older
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• Prior experience in Sales, Planning or Commercial Operations with a career interest in Strategic Planning
• Excellent computer skills, demonstrated analytical ability and organizational/project management skills
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel (Intermediate Level)
• Working knowledge of On-Air
• Proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to communicate/negotiate effectively with all levels within the organization (Customer Service Oriented)
• Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, deadline-driven media environment
  
  

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: $70,000 - $75,000

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. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].

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