Specialist, Inventory Control

Job Description

Are you detail-oriented with a passion for maximizing advertising opportunities? Scripps Networks is seeking a skilled Specialist, Inventory Control who will play a crucial role in our advertising operations by managing inventory planning and ensuring optimal commercial scheduling across multiple stations. This remote position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge broadcast systems while supporting our network's revenue goals.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Analyzes and allocates available commercial inventory
• Maximizes billing opportunities by evaluating sold and scheduled inventory and adjusting commercial placement
• Releases ad logs to station or network
• Checks orders for incorrect inventory codes, break codes, etc.
• Processes orders
• Handles clearing orders and working displaced spots for multiple stations or networks
• Assists with scheduling programming, as needed
• Works on broadcast traffic systems in entering information necessary for commercial matter on logs
• Performs other duties as needed
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2 - 3 years related experience required
• Previous broadcast TV experience especially with ad management and broadcast traffic systems (i.e. WideOrbit, OSI etc.) highly preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Proficient with MS Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines and complete work assignments in a timely and accurate manner
• Must be adaptable and flexible with ability to shift focus on new priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be team oriented and have had past successful experience working in a team environment
• Must have good organizational and time management skills
If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.
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 s/ucceed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-o1o522-18-97-14-84-42 in your application.