Business Manager - NEWS
About The Position
Sony Electronics Inc. is looking for the risk-takers, the collaborators, the inspired and the inspirational. We want the people who are brave enough to work at the cutting edge and create solutions that will enrich and improve the lives of people across the globe. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. In addition, our team members enjoy innovative work-life balance opportunities including a hybrid home/office workplace, monthly “Free Fridays”, and early shutdowns on Fridays throughout the year (including half-days during the summer). Join us on our mission to fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology. Sony is looking for an experienced Senior Business Manager to achieve organizational goals by developing, building and leading the execution of marketing strategies for all products within the group. This position will have overall accountability for marketing programs, promotions and communications designed to stimulate awareness and generate demand creation for the News Production Systems and Products. The Business Manager will be part of a team of internal professionals in the development of forecasts and strategies that gives Sony a competitive edge in the market. In addition, this position is responsible for overseeing related advertising and pricing decisions, directing sales promotion and distribution strategies. This person will interface with product planning and marketing counterparts in Japan.
Requirements
- Bachelor's of Arts or Related Science Degree
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Business Management or similar role, preferably with news production or Broadcast Production
- Minimum of 3 years of product management
- Strong ability with financial and budgetary processes
- Experience in developing business strategy
- Strong leadership skills, with focus on analytics, process improvement,
- Experience in forecasting, inventory management, and supply chain.
- Strong ability with database and information systems software.
- SAP (BW & PRP)
- Microsoft Suite of Products (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Access)
- Strong presentation skills, multi-tasking, and interpersonal skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience working for a broadcast product manufacturer preferred
- Power BI a plus but not required
Responsibilities
- Oversees PDCA cycle to achieve organizational goals on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis.
- Accountable for group P&L management and related budget management.
- Utilizes long-term sales and market research data to define midrange and yearly fiscal business targets.
- Preparation & presentation of key topics at business review and planning meetings with Japan HQ.
- Managing life cycle process such product introduction, discontinuation and promotions
Benefits
- healthcare benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
- paid medical leave
- a 401k plan with matching company contributions
- vacation time
- education assistance
- student loan assistance program
- eighty hours of paid sick leave time annually
- up to twelve weeks paid parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
