Sr. Digital Inventory Analyst, NBCU Local

Company Description

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.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

The NBCU Digital Media Sales Local Inventory team is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sr. Digital Inventory Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will be an experienced professional with a deep understanding of digital inventory management and will be responsible for handling digital ad sales intelligence on a portfolio of ad products across NBCUniversal Owned Television Stations Digital, NBC Sports, and Peacock properties through inventory forecasts, cross-functional reporting, and business flow system management. This role requires a proactive individual who can manage projects independently, produce high-quality work with minimal errors, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. The Sr. Digital Inventory Analyst will play a key role in identifying business issues, proposing solutions, and driving improvements. The candidate should also be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in a specific area of inventory management.

This role will work closely with individual station Sales teams to provide inventory forecasting as well as fulfill ad hoc reporting requests. This position requires proficient Excel skills, extensive knowledge of the digital advertising industry (3+ years), and the ability to turn data into actionable sales information.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide inventory availability of ad products across our different platforms to station planners (including local inventory share availability of network products) with minimal supervision, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
• Conduct detailed analysis of inventory data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to optimize inventory performance.
• Independently research and resolve complex inventory issues, applying best practices and innovative problem-solving approaches.
• Communicate findings, recommendations, and strategies to stakeholders at all levels, translating the data into understandable insights.
• Monitor inventory performance metrics, report on key trends, and proactively identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for inventory analysis and management processes.
• Provide guidance and knowledge to the broader team on a specific area of digital inventory.
• Mentor and help other Inventory analysts develop skills and knowledge.
• Gain deep understanding of Inventory trends to provide recommendations to planning teams.
• Help manage Inventory Requests board by assigning requests to other Inventory Analysts accordingly.
• Recommend, refine, and develop new reporting deemed necessary for operations.
• Additional projects as requested.
• Q/A inventory tools

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in inventory management, data analysis, or a related role within the digital industry.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and PowerPoint. High proficiency in advanced Excel. functionality (pivot tables, vlookups, formulas, macros, etc.)
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work quickly and accurately, producing error-free results.
• Self-Motivated with the ability to independently research and resolve complex issues.
• A deep understanding of the digital business landscape, including an understanding of online ad serving (Google Ad Manager, Freewheel...Etc.) systems