Manager, IT Strategy & Operations

Who We Are:

WWE® is an integrated media organization and the recognized global leader in sports entertainment. The company consists of a portfolio of businesses that create and deliver original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, premium live events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE’s TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including NBCUniversal, The CW and Netflix. In the United States, NBCUniversal’s streaming service, Peacock, is the exclusive home to all premium live events, a variety of original programming and a massive video-on-demand library. Netflix is the exclusive home for WWE programming around the world, other than select international markets. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). Additional information on WWE can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.

Who We Are: TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company that comprises UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, and WWE, an integrated media organization and the recognized global leader in sports entertainment. Together, our organizations reach more than 1 billion households in approximately 210 countries and territories, and we organize more than 300 live events year-round, attracting more than two million fans. TKO is majority owned by Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EDR), a global sports and entertainment company. 

We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Manager, IT Strategy, Transformation & Transformation to support the SVP in driving strategic initiatives across Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures, IT Governance, and IT Operations. The ideal candidate will excel in data analysis, executive-level presentations, and managing critical IT information and artifacts for the leadership team. This role requires exceptional business acumen, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. If you thrive in ambiguity and enjoy working collaboratively to deliver impactful results, we’d love to hear from you!

The Role and What You’ll Do:

Job Title: Manager, IT Strategy, Transformation & Operations

Key Responsibilities:

1.      Strategic Analysis & Planning:

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging technologies and their potential impact on IT strategy.

• Analyze industry trends and best practices relevant to IT.

• Contribute to the development of long-term IT roadmaps and strategic plans.

• Identify and assess potential risks and opportunities related to IT initiatives.

• Support the development of business cases for new IT investments.

2.      Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Accountable for all financial budgeting, and forecasting for IT operations.

• Perform in-depth analysis of IT data (e.g., financial, operational, performance) to identify trends, insights, and areas for improvement.

• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key IT metrics and performance indicators.

• Perform in-depth resource and spend analysis to help IT leaders make strategic decisions.

• Support third-party spend management, including vendor contracts and negotiations.

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