Manager, Sales Initiatives (Hybrid)

A+E Networks

$89K — $105K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in sales operations or related role within commercial organizations.
  • 1+ year of experience working with sales data and reporting.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams and project management tools; AI knowledge preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to create executive updates.
  • Organized and detail-oriented, capable of juggling multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

  • Develop client-facing presentations and internal communications that clearly convey commercial strategies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality project outputs.
  • Lead project management for sales initiatives with clear accountability and timelines.
  • Create regular project health reports including dashboards and status updates for executive briefings.
  • Facilitate communication between US and International teams on joint projects.
  • Support the planning and execution of client events and industry conferences.

Benefits

  • Flexible remote, hybrid, or in-office work options in select locations.
  • Healthcare coverage and 401k matching.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Engagement in high-priority commercial initiatives within a global media company.
Full Job Description
Work Locations: With the exception of some select roles that have in-office requirements, A+E Global Media operates on a flexible model that allows for remote, hybrid or full time in office work (in certain locales).

Office locations include New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Stamford, CT.

Our list of eligible states in which employees may work remotely includes: California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

THE ROLE:

The Manager, Sales Initiatives is a key partner to the Global Content Sales organization, helping turn complex internal and external projects into thoughtful, well-executed commercial strategies. Working across Sales, Marketing, Creative, Programming, Operations, and senior leadership, this individual will help scale the commercial organization by ensuring strategic deliverables are executed with clarity, accountability, and momentum.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop polished presentations, client-facing materials, senior leadership updates, and internal communications that translate commercial priorities, client needs, and support insights into clear, compelling narratives.
  • Partner with Sales, Marketing, Creative, Programming, and Operations to ensure high-quality deliverables are generated and iterated on time to meet organizational and client needs.
  • Lead project and program management for strategic sales initiatives, ensuring clear ownership, milestones, risks, decisions, and follow-through.
  • Create visibility into project health through clear reporting cadences, dashboards, status updates, and executive-ready summaries.
  • Ensure collaborative communication between International and US teams and serve as the project manager on cross-functional projects.
  • Support planning and execution for client events, industry conferences, presentations, and other high-priority commercial initiatives.


BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
  • At least 3 years of experience in sales operations, revenue operations, commercial operations, program management, or a related operational role supporting a sales organization.
  • At least one year working with sales data, reporting, dashboards, and performance insights to support decision-making and execution.
  • Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and collaboration/project management tools; AI fluency strongly preferred


THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information into concise executive-ready updates.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional projects from planning through execution, with clear milestones, ownership, risks, decisions, and follow-through.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced commercial environment.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build trust and influence across Sales, Marketing, Creative, Content, Operations, and leadership teams.
  • Self-starter with sound judgment, discretion, and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.


This role requires a 3 days a week at our NY or LA office.

Compensation

Annual Pay Range: $89,907 - $105,191

Annual Incentive Target: 12.50%

The annual/hourly pay range displayed serves as a good faith estimate of the

minimum and maximum base pay range for this role. Compensation for the role will

be based on a number of different factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills,

competencies, location, and experience. A+E offers a competitive total compensation

package, which includes healthcare coverage, 401k matching, and a range of other benefits. Learn more at www.aegm.com/careers.

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