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Manager, Distribution Strategy

Paramount’s US Distribution team is hiring a Manager, Distribution Strategy. We want you to help build and lead the distribution strategy for Paramount’s Cable, Broadcast and Streaming portfolio including its flagship services, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, MTV, Comedy Central, and Nickelodeon. This role works directly with multiple teams across Paramount, including Distribution and Business Development, Product and Technology, Marketing, Finance, Ad Sales, and corporate leadership to support the growth and management of Paramount’s distribution portfolio. This role will report to the Sr. Director, Strategy and will be based out of either our Los Angeles or New York.

This meaningful role has a broad range of responsibilities, including:

Key Responsibilities

Model financial impact of new business development leads including expanding existing partnerships, one-on-one opportunities, and value exchange during contract negotiations
Operate as subject matter expert for platform performance and data
Track ongoing performance of key distribution platforms and partnerships
Generate ongoing reporting for senior leadership on platform KPI trends, and related financial impact
Partner cross-functionally to value new product feature development, order business development priorities, and drive product roadmaps
Lead data collection and presentation creation for quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with distribution partners, supporting business development leads
Develop performance reporting and collaborate with business intelligence to support ongoing strategy, business development and partner management success
Partner with finance, and business development on KPI projections for budget, finance forecasts, and long-range plans (LRP)

Basic Qualifications

2-3 years of relevant experience from investment banking, consulting, business intelligence, or similar roles
Successful track record managing strategic and operational projects
Strong academic background in business, finance, or related fields (Bachelor’s degree required)
Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and other business tools (experience with BI tools a plus)
Exceptional communicator with the ability to influence across teams
Deep quantitative and analytical skills, with a shown ability to apply data to drive decision making

Additional Qualifications

Strong curiosity in entertainment and media, streaming content
Experience in digital subscription services and/or digital retail, e-commerce
Shown experience in Business Development, Marketing, and Finance
Strong leadership skills with ability to form lasting working relationships and encourage trust and confidence in others
Ability to work cross-functionally across a large and complex organization with demonstrated success collaborating to tackle problems
Ability to multitask, work autonomously and adapt to a challenging, fast-paced environment
Ability to operate independently and lead multiple teams and time-sensitive projects simultaneously
Strong communication skills and ability to cultivate relationships

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $130,000.00 - 150,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.

What We Offer:

Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
Generous paid time off.
An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

Manager, Distribution Strategy

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