Analyst, Digital Sports Inventory

About the position

As a Digital Inventory Analyst, you will be primarily responsible for the processing of inventory-related requests for the NBC Sports properties. You will determine inventory availability and usage patterns, and coordinate with the Planning team within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Track and report on digital media inventory across Peacock and NBCSports digital properties – Sports include NFL, Golf, NBA, B1G & ND Football, College Basketball, NASCAR, Premier League, US Soccer, Chivas, as well as other Tentpole Sports (Olympics, World Cup, etc).
• Forecasting and allocating Video and Display advertising inventory for NBCU Digital Portfolio across all platforms using several tools, including ad server forecasting (FreeWheel & Google Ad Manager).
• Collaborate with National Sales Planners with on-request inventory avails, and final sign off on media plans, with emphasis on Demo Guaranteed and Advanced Audience Targeted buys.
• Manage effects of programming changes, campaign changes and shifts through systems approval queue.
• Work with Ops and Planning to optimize yield & provide input and solutions to address campaigns at risk.
• Liaise with numerous internal departments such as: Planning, Sales, Operations, Programming, Distribution, Products, Research, Data Insights and Marketing.
• 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 VP.
• Routine meetings with Manager to discuss pending issues, resolve problems, and forecast inventory.
• Assist with trainings/presentations for inventory, planning, or other teams we collaborate with.
• 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.

Requirements

• Four year degree or equivalent experience.
• 1+ year Sales Planner, Analyst, or Digital Service Representative experience in Media Ad Sales.
• Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, deadline-driven media environment.
• Expert understanding of Media Math.
• Strong Analytical problem solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).

Nice-to-haves

• Career interest in Strategic Planning; Sports experience is a plus.
• Excellent computer skills, demonstrated analytical ability and organizational/project management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel (Intermediate Level).
• Knowledge of Operative.One or similar Order Mgmt. System, Freewheel, Google Ad Manager (GAM), or Nielsen DAR.
• Proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to negotiate effectively with all levels within the organization (Customer Service Oriented).

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• A variety of other discounts and perks.