Pricing Analyst - Media Sales

DISH is a world-class, $15 billion Fortune 250 company that is changing the face of the TV industry today.  With a solid history in satellite TV and an exciting future in wireless, we are on the cusp of redefining how consumers receive their entertainment.  We are trailblazers with a spirit of innovation—from launching our satellite service, to creating the most award-winning DVR, to Sling TV, our disruptive internet-based TV solution.  

This is an incredibly exciting time in our history.  We have pride to set lofty goals, and the commitment and drive to achieve them.  We’re looking for people to join our team who are energetic, intelligent, and have a strong desire to help us redefine the entertainment industry.  The future is now at DISH.  

A successful Pricing Analyst will have or be the following:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four year college or university; or 2+ years of ad sales or media buying experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Advanced level of Microsoft Excel and strong analytical skills and ability to be flexible in a changing sales environment.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal skills as well as written and verbal communication.
• Eagerness to learn and grow.
• Knowledge of Invision/DealMaker a plus.

We are looking for people to join our Pricing and Inventory team which is responsible for the Media Sales strategy, research, and inventory management.  This is a Pricing Analyst position reporting into the Pricing Manager.  This position will focus on maximizing Ad Sales Revenue by utilizing inventory efficiently and managing/analyzing reports needed to price strategically.  The analyst will also be maintaining the stewardship system and rate card process.

Job duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Work with research analyst to manage any changes to the ratecard/s. (network launches, network takedowns, selling title changes, pricing changes, new deal types, etc.
• Review and approve all Direct Response, Programmatic, and Latino deals. 
• Work with the inventory analyst to help maximize the use of stand-alone avails.
• Review all General Market deals with Pricing Manager prior to approval.
• Analyze Data Reports with the Pricing Manager to assist with generating pricing strategies.
• Work with Planners to track delivery of all deals prior to ADU recommendations and approvals and manage the MSA process to ensure monthly posts are delivered timely and accurately.