Sr. Dir, Pricing, Planning and Inventory

Scripps Networks is seeking a Senior Director of Planning and Inventory to drive strategic growth and operational excellence. This hybrid leadership role in New York City focuses on increasing efficiency in sales planning and inventory processes. Responsibilities include developing strategic sales planning, maximizing inventory across networks, approving proposals and rates, managing re-expression of dollars, and leading a team of sales assistants and planners. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of inventory/sales planning experience, strong strategic planning, organizational, leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Must Have

• Drives the development and implementation of strategic sales planning
• Manages sales planning and maximizes inventory across all networks
• Approves sales proposals and planning rates for client/agency submission
• Manages re-expression of dollars, sell-off and cancellation options terms
• Approves distribution of ADU schedules
• Manages and prioritizes sales planers' workload and distributes work accordingly
• Manages a team of sales assistants and sales planners
• Recommends and implements new or improved processes and tools to enhance the planning process
• 8-10 years inventory and/or sales planning experience

Good to Have

• BA/BS degree preferred
• Demonstrated competency in strategic planning and process improvement
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills
• Aptitude in decision making and problem solving
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, expedite, analyze, prioritize and work well interdepartmentally with all levels of management

Perks & Benefits

• A career path to grow your professional experiences
• Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Disability accident insurance
• Hospital indemnity
• Critical illness
• Life insurance
• AD&D
• ID protection
• Pet discount program
• Employee assistance program

Are you ready to drive strategic growth and operational excellence at one of media's most dynamic companies? Scripps Networks is seeking a visionary Senior Director of Planning and Inventory who will be responsible for increasing efficiency from an operational perspective and positioning the Networks for growth via sales planning & inventory processes. This hybrid leadership role, based in New York City, offers the opportunity to shape the future of our sales operations while leading a talented team of professionals.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Drives the development and implementation of strategic sales planning
• Manages sales planning and maximizes inventory across all networks
• Approves sales proposals and planning rates for client/agency submission
• Manages re-expression of dollars, sell-off and cancellation options terms
• Approves distribution of ADU schedules
• Manages and prioritizes sales planers' workload and distributes work accordingly
• Manages a team of sales assistants and sales planners
• Recommends and implements new or improved processes and tools to enhance the planning process
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• BA/BS degree preferred
• 8-10 years inventory and/or sales planning experience

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Demonstrated competency in strategic planning and process improvement
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills
• Aptitude in decision making and problem solving
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, expedite, analyze, prioritize and work well interdepartmentally with all levels of management

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:

New York City stands as the undisputed media capital of the world, where innovation meets opportunity at every corner. From the bustling energy of Times Square to the creative pulse of Brooklyn, NYC offers an unparalleled professional and cultural landscape. The city's extensive public transportation system connects you to world-class dining, Broadway shows, museums, and countless networking opportunities that can accelerate your career in media and entertainment.

Living in New York means access to some of the world's best restaurants, from Michelin-starred establishments to hidden neighborhood gems. The city's diverse neighborhoods each offer their own unique character - whether you prefer the artistic vibe of Greenwich Village, the trendy atmosphere of SoHo, or the family-friendly communities of the Upper West Side. With Central Park, the High Line, and waterfront spaces throughout the boroughs, you'll find plenty of green space and recreational activities to balance the urban energy.

COMPENSATION RANGE:

Annual Salary: $230,000.00 - 250000

Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in New York.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:

• A career path to grow your professional experiences
• Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.