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NBCUniversal · 1 day ago

Analyst, Digital Inventory Execution

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$70K/yr - $75K/yr

1+ years exp

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. The Analyst, Digital Inventory Execution, will be responsible for planning and yield management, forecasting and analyzing inventory, and optimizing campaigns across NBCUniversal's digital products.

BroadcastingMedia and EntertainmentNews

No H1B

Responsibilities

Forecasting and allocating Video and Display advertising inventory for NBCU/Versant Digital Portfolio across all platforms using several tools, including ad server forecasting (FreeWheel & Google Ad Manager) and internal forecasting tools

Collaborate with National Sales Planners on inventory avails with final sign off on media plans, across various deal and targeting types, such as Demo Guaranteed, Advanced Audience, contextual and AI-driven targeting

Review & approve insertion orders and modifications through order management system and effectively communicate any discrepancies or needed edits with Planning team

Execute data-focused/audience-driven requests and support our Programmatic Guaranteed business

Focus on understanding technology, ad servers, data & reporting tools/analytics needed for day-to-day tasks

Responsible for keeping current processes documented and accurate

Liaise with numerous internal departments such as: Planning, Sales, Operations, Distribution, Product Planning, Technology, Research, Data Insights and Marketing

QA and maintain inventory tools and systems

Assist management, colleagues and other teams with risk, inventory analysis, site pacing, and Ad Hoc reports as needed

Work with Ops and Planning to optimize yield & provide input and solutions to address campaigns at risk

Maintain forecasting and reporting tools to allow Sales & Planning to provide superior customer service

Along with team and management, analyze and understand inventory levers and patterns to refine Excel-based methodologies for forecasting all types of ad inventory

Qualification

Ad OperationsInventory ManagementExcel ProficiencyAd Serving SystemsDigital Media KnowledgeWork EthicProblem-Solving SkillsDetail-OrientedCommunication SkillsTeamwork Mentality

Required

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

1-year online media experience; including internship experience. Ad Operations/Inventory Management background strongly desired

Proficiency with MS Excel (including pivot tables – role is Excel heavy)

Strong work ethic

Ability to learn quickly and work independently

Extensive problem-solving skills; strong analytical approach and mindset

Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects and tight deadlines

Detail-oriented and organized

Self-motivated and resourceful

Ability to effectively communicate and interact with all levels in the organization, both written and verbally

Attraction & quick adaptation to ever-changing digital landscape

Knowledge of financial and operational principles specifically related to digital ad sales

Knowledge of ad-serving systems (Google Ad Manager, Freewheel, Operative One or other OMS)

Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and PowerPoint

Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered

Must be willing to work in New York, NY

Must be willing to submit to a background investigation

Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Must be 18 years or older

Preferred

Knowledge of the digital media business, especially video advertising

Fluency in the language of digital media and online measurement: impressions, CTR, CPMs, eCPMs, uniques, page views, visits, demo comps, etc

A strong ability to perform independently and proactively while working in a team environment

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Strong interpersonal and communication skills/team oriented

Strong computer skills, especially in Excel, Power Point, and Word

Ad Serving software (Freewheel, GAM, Operative-1) and tracking knowledge a plus

Strong analytical thinking paired with creative problem-solving abilities

Embraces change and proven ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast evolving environment

Passion for digital advertising; high energy and teamwork mentality a must

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

A variety of other discounts and perks

Company

NBCUniversal

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NBCUniversal is a media company that provides entertainment and news development, production, distribution, and marketing services. It is a sub-organization of Comcast.

Founded in 1912

New York, New York, USA

10001+ employees