Direct Response Sales Planner

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.

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.

The Direct Response Sales Planner is primarily responsible for supporting AD(s) with all aspects of linear and digital sales efforts on assigned network(s). The Direct Response Sales Planner monitors inventory, maintains existing deals, is the liaison between sales and various departments as well as agency & client contacts. The Planner provides both sales team and media agency contacts strategic sales solutions for maintaining & growing revenue across our suite of linear and digital products. The Sales Planner mentors assigned assistant(s) and develops a solid understanding of the nuances of the properties assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise and maintain linear and digital Performance sales schedules that maximize the use of inventory while fulfilling agency/client requirements. This includes creation of client specific presentations, powerpoint decks and excel spreadsheets.
• Liaise with Sales, Planning, Sales Ops, Research and Marketing to ensure sold schedules run as ordered including all media/sponsorship elements. Review inventory reports to manage sellout levels to offer solutions to AD/agencies in order to keep revenue in-house
• Work closely with Planning to coordinate avails/pricing thresholds
• Deal Maintenance: work closely with Sales and Commercial Ops to manage all schedules and ensure revenue maximization
• Account Prospecting: Utilize sales tools to prospect new business and help identify target accounts
• Account Servicing: communicate directly with appropriate agency counterparts - serve as backup contact for AD.
• Sales Assistant Mentoring: Develop and guide Assistant(s) in all aspects of their support role on a continual basis
• Lead and coordinate special projects & assignments, including researching client and account information

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum 18 months related experience in media sales or buying
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and internet research
• Strong knowledge of media math and audience metrics

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

Desired Characteristics

• Possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills, ability to multi-task and handle projects independently, as well as part of a team
• Ambitious and highly motivated
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong understanding of NBC Universal's TV and digital products is preferred
• Ability to alternate from detailed work to client interaction seamlessly
• Aspire for long-term growth in Sales

Additional Requirements

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $70,000 - $75,000 (SIC eligible)

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.