Content Planning Analyst (Commercial PlanningForecasting)

Why PlayStation

PlayStation isnt just the Best Place to Play its also the Best Place to Work. Today were recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation5 PlayStation4 PlayStationVR PlayStationPlus acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation technology and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.

Role Overview:

The D2C Sales Planning team are part of a vibrant organisation that brings together staff from around the world with a passion for engaging PlayStation gamers with relevant and entertaining content. This area of Sony Interactive Entertainment has seen significant growth in recent years to become a key revenue contributor and continues to evolve with the industry to create new business opportunities.

The D2C Sales Planning team will look to drive accountability for business results through empowering leadership with data & intelligence implementing KPI (Key Performance Indicators) frameworks linked to our goals and accurate forecasting & planning. We are looking for individuals who are motivated by being part of a truly global team working together at the forefront of digital content distribution.

Reporting to the Content Planning Manager the Content Planning Analyst will be part of a team responsible for planning & forecasting PlayStations Digital Store and Content revenue. They will design and execute forecasting models that deliver business recommendations identify risks/opportunities and achieve forecast ideal candidate is an enthusiastic and flexible team player with a strong analytical mind; an excellent communicator who thrives in a fast-paced commercial environment.

What youll be doing:

• Responsible for running and maintaining forecasting models for key digital content analysis sales trends identifying risks and opportunities and supporting decision making.
• Continuously refine forecasting models/methodologies to enhance accuracy and effectiveness
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership collaborating with stakeholders to drive insightful data-informed analysis/conversations
• Execute on critical business analytics requests in partnership with key stakeholders
• Communicate forecasts findings recommendations and insights effectively to stakeholders through presentations reports and meetings
• Understand project requirements defining KPIs/standard metrics and recommending long-term plans which align with business needs
• Effective stakeholder management with the ability to engage communicate and develop consensus with both internal and external stakeholders
• Continuous improvement of processes/ways of working
• Ad-hoc activities as required
• As the role is global a flexible approach to working hours to support global business operations

What we are looking for:

Technical:

• Revenue Forecasting experience essential
• Highly proficient using Excel/PowerPoint/Power Bi - Experience working with Power BI (modelling) SQL Python
• Strong gaming knowledge/experience within the Digital Gaming industry desirable
• Experience with systems e.g. Anaplan (Desirable)

Business partnering/Communication

• Senior level business partner experience ideally at board or Global level
• Organised self-starter with the ability to deliver under pressure and is
  capable of confidently working alongside the most senior stakeholders
  across the wider business.
• Familiar with Global/Regional ways of working with an ability to
  balance/prioritise multiple projects.

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus opportunity
• Hybrid Working Model (Flexmodes)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Dental Scheme
• 25 days holiday per year
• On Site Gym
• Subsidised Café
• Free soft drinks
• On site bar
• Access to cycle garage and showers

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We strive to create an inclusive environment empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

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