Senior Manager, Distribution Operations

Paramount•New York, NY

2d•$94,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Distribution Operations will play a key role within Paramount’s U.S. Distribution Operations team, leading business-side execution and day-to-day management across critical functions including CBS Broadcast, streaming operations, cable network signal distribution, VOD, and advertising workflows. This role requires a strong business-oriented operator who can effectively translate between commercial, operational, and technical teams. The ideal candidate is highly hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable navigating complex distribution environments while partnering cross-functionally to ensure operational excellence, compliance, and continuity across platforms. The Senior Manager will flex across key areas of Distribution Operations based on business priorities and team needs, with scope tailored to the individual’s experience and strengths.

Requirements

6+ years of experience in business operations, content distribution, or related fields
Experience across multiple distribution operations areas (e.g., signal distribution, VOD, FAST/streaming, advertising workflows), with the ability to operate from a business and cross-functional perspective
Proven ability to manage complex, cross-platform workflows and partner relationships
Strong organizational and project management skills with a hands-on approach to execution
Ability to interpret technical and contractual requirements and translate them into operational execution across cross-functional teams
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to manage partner relationships
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Bachelor’s degree required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with automation tools preferred
Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools (e.g., Claude) to improve operational workflows, automate tasks, and enhance data analysis and decision-making

Responsibilities

Lead FAST and streaming distribution workflows by coordinating across internal engineering teams, platform operators, and external partners—driving issue resolution, validating assumptions, and ensuring readiness and compliance with partner requirements
Execute and oversee cable network signal distribution workflows, including hands-on management of authorizations, deauthorizations, and transporter coordination
Support CBS broadcast distribution operations, including station changes and live event readiness
Maintain accuracy of distribution data across platforms and partners, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations
Partner with technology teams on distribution-related initiatives (e.g., satellite, IP, CDN transitions)
Drive process improvements to enhance operational efficiency, scalability, and control
Oversee CBS VOD operations end-to-end, including scheduling, metadata, artwork, and partner distribution—ensuring timely delivery, accuracy, and alignment with partner requirements
Manage CBS VOD performance and workflows, including issue resolution, availability audits, and cross-functional coordination
Provide business oversight of cable network VOD operations, partnering with internal scheduling teams while managing MVPD relationships, escalations, and consolidated reporting
Partner with Ad Operations and external partners to ensure effective dynamic ad insertion (DAI) across VOD and linear platforms
Drive resolution of issues impacting ad delivery and monetization
Translate distribution-related contractual requirements into operational execution, ensuring compliance across partners
Support renewals, launches, and ongoing partner readiness
Serve as a key escalation point for cross-platform operational issues
Provide guidance and oversight to junior team members
Partner cross-functionally (Sales, Strategy, Tech, Legal, Finance) to align business requirements with operational execution and drive continuous improvement