Inventory manager

Company Description

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 more advertisers embrace digital media, the need for media companies to effectively manage their ad inventory grows dramatically. The ability for Account Executives and Sales management to know what is available, and when, is essential to the business process. The NBCUniversal Digital Media Sales Inventory team is dedicated to providing the highest level of “sales intelligence” while maintaining business flow and providing guidance on the most effective use of our ad inventory.

In this role, the team is seeking a Manager who will be an exceptional addition to our Digital Ad Sales Operations Team. As a Digital Inventory Manager, you will manage a team of Analysts responsible for the oversight of inventory forecasts. This role will also work closely with individual station sales teams to provide inventory forecasting as well as fulfill ad hoc reporting requests. This role will work collaboratively with a range of cross-functional partners such as site leaders (local & national), research, sales, ad ops and campaign management to be the voice of expertise on our Inventory availabilities and trends for NBCU local brands (NBC, Telemundo & Regional Sports Network).

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage a team of Inventory Analysts that oversees the day-to-day inventory requests.
• Evaluate the performance of Analysts and help improve and develop their confidence and skills.
• Troubleshoot and investigate under pacing lines and discrepancies with forecasting.
• Coordinate and profitably allocate digital advertising inventory across NBCUniversal Owned Television Stations Digital sites, NBC Sports, Peacock, and more.
• Oversee and manage inventory reporting, capacity, and forecast tools to ensure data is clear and accurate, timely and useful for key stakeholders.
• Provide strategic oversight of inventory and work closely with sales in providing analytical support to utilize inventory efficiently.
• Leverage diverse sales channels to evaluate opportunities, assess risk and inform strategic decisions.
• Partner with Digital Campaign Managers, Ad Operations, Research, Tech Solutions, and the Ad Sales Analytics/Automations Manager to evaluate and implement any/all new inventory management tools and systems.
• Forecast, monitor and recommend appropriate inventory levels for areas where inventory cannot be reliably predicted.
• Collaborate with Ad Solutions in the oversight of digital ad product catalogue. Recommend changes/updates and create new ad products in response to market demand.
• When necessary, handle escalations related to inventory utilization with the Analysts, Digital Campaign Managers and Sales Account Executives.
• Develop and maintain inventory documentation.
• Q/A Inventory Tools
• Assist with various projects/reports and assignments, as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Experience in online media (3+ years) with specific experience in inventory, planning, operations, and people management.
• Knowledge of financial and operational principles specifically related to digital ad sales.
• Knowledge of ad-serving systems (Freewheel, Google Ad Manager, Operative One or other OMS).
• Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and PowerPoint. High proficiency in advanced Excel. functionality (pivot tables, vlookups, formulas, macros, etc.)

Desired Characteristics:

• Prior experience in Inventory, Sales Planning or Sales Operations.
• Able to communicate information at the appropriate level to salespeople, middle, and senior management.
• Ability to help Team resolve conflicts by creating a positive, inclusive, and safe environment.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills with ability to perform independently and proactively while working in a team environment.
• Demonstrated success working on developing business initiatives or emerging departments.
• Strong computer skills especially in Excel, Power Point, and Word.
• Ad Serving software and tracking knowledge such as Freewheel and Google Ad Manager
• Knowledge of management tools such as Monday.com is a plus.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Attraction to continuous change and a demonstrated ability to thrive in a continuously changing environment.
• Well-organized and strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and resourceful.
• Fluency in the language of digital media and online measurement: Impressions, CTR, CPMs, eCPMs, uniques, pageviews, visits, viewabililty, etc. preferred.
• Basic sports knowledge is a plus!

This position has been designated as fully remote , meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence.

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: $85,000 - $100,000 (bonus eligible)

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 [email protected].