Amazon

Sr. Acquisition Mgr., Global Film Acquisitions

Amazon$127K — $172K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in media/production or top-tier consulting/investment banking
  • Proficiency in Excel and data analysis
  • Strong communication skills with leadership and cross-functional teams
  • Proven ability in project management and ownership of deliverables
  • High critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to detail and capacity to manage multiple tasks efficiently

Responsibilities

  • Lead negotiations for global and regional film acquisitions
  • Develop data-driven business models to support deal recommendations
  • Source and assess film acquisition opportunities
  • Collaborate with various teams to align acquisition strategies
  • Create strategy documents and engaging presentations
  • Evaluate acquisitions using qualitative and quantitative methods
  • Manage relationships with producers and agencies

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Access to mental health support and medical advice line
Full Job Description
We are seeking a strategic, highly analytical Acquisitions Executive to join our Global Film Acquisitions team. In this role, you will lead deal negotiations end-to-end and shape acquisition strategies that support Amazon's global film portfolio. You will source and secure externally produced films for distribution on Prime Video and for theatrical release through Amazon MGM Studios, partnering closely with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling content to customers worldwide.

Key job responsibilities

- Lead negotiations for global and regional film acquisitions

- Develop data-driven business models and valuation analyses to support deal recommendations

- Source film acquisition opportunities and assess creative materials

- Collaborate with cross-functional partners-including Content Strategy, Business Affairs, Marketing, Finance, and Creative teams-to align acquisition decisions with Amazon's strategic objectives

- Develop and own strategy documents and presentations

- Evaluate acquisition opportunities qualitatively and quantitatively

- Use customer behavior, usage and consumption data to inform decision-making

- Manage relationships with producers and agencies

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience with Excel

- Experience with end-to-end ownership of major project deliverables

- Experience communicating clearly and concisely with leadership, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams

- 7+ years of relevant work experience at a major media/production company or a top tier consulting firm/investment bank

- Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and business judgment skills

- High attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience converting insights into strategy and communicating complex ideas clearly and logically in written communication

- Experience structuring and negotiating terms for commercial content content deals e.g. production commissions, existing content licences, talent, multi-title/output

- Experience creating financial and/or theatrical models

- Seasoned analytical and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, CA, Culver City - 127,500.00 - 172,500.00 USD annually

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