Data-Driven Inventory & Pricing Strategist

ION Media Networks, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company |

Disability and life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The E.W. Scripps Company in New York City seeks a Pricing, Planning, and Inventory Manager to optimize ad sales inventory, lead deal-approval processes, and drive revenue growth through analytics and strategic leadership.

You will guide traffic, sales, and planning teams, implement system enhancements (Wide Orbit), mentor staff, and develop rate cards while shaping long-term forecasting and budgeting strategies for multiple revenue streams.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of advertising and media sales industry.
• Advanced Excel proficiency and experience with Ad Sales systems.
• Experience working with sales teams and cross-functional partners.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail oriented with ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives to maximize inventory value and revenue across revenue streams.
• Guide traffic, sales and planning teams on prioritization.
• Drive process workflows and documentation for system enhancements like Wide Orbit.
• Conceptualize analytical tools and models for the sales support team.
• Deliver insights to senior management to shape forecasting, pricing and budgeting.
• Create and oversee Sales rate cards and associated analyses.
• Participate in training for sales assistants and planners.

Skills

Advertising & media sales knowledge

Advanced Excel

Ad Sales systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Analytical & problem solving

Communication & interpersonal skills

Deadline driven

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

Tools

Wide Orbit

Ad Sales systems

Job description

The E.W. Scripps Company in New York City seeks a Pricing, Planning, and Inventory Manager to optimize ad sales inventory, lead deal-approval processes, and drive revenue growth through analytics and strategic leadership.

You will guide traffic, sales, and planning teams, implement system enhancements (Wide Orbit), mentor staff, and develop rate cards while shaping long-term forecasting and budgeting strategies for multiple revenue streams.