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Sr. Strategy Manager, Amazon MGM Studios Distribution

Amazon$110K — $193K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in a data-driven role like management consulting or corporate strategy.
  • Experience managing complex cross-functional strategy initiatives.
  • Proficient in Excel for advanced analysis and business modeling.
  • Strong work ethic with ability to work independently.
  • Deep understanding of the entertainment industry and distribution standards.
  • Skilled at communicating complex findings to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Influence strategic and business direction alongside the Head of Distribution Strategy.
  • Implement programming mechanisms to globally distribute MGM catalog on Prime Video and MGM+.
  • Develop strategies to boost demand for media rights across studio output.
  • Lead efficiency improvements in distribution processes, especially through AI automation.
  • Forge and maintain partnerships with cross-functional leaders to strengthen strategic alignment.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision.
  • 401(k) matching to support retirement savings.
  • Generous paid time off and parental leave.
  • Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses.
  • Support for adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Full Job Description
Seeking an experienced executive to join our Distribution Strategy team within Amazon MGM Studios Distribution. This individual will help set the overall strategy of the organization and lead ad-hoc projects to solve business-critical issues. This role has high visibility within the organization and will work closely with stakeholders across creative development, content acquisition, finance, marketing, programming, content operations, legal, etc. Role requires a strong understanding of the entertainment business, excellent analytical skills, and ability to serve as a distribution strategy thought leader to senior leadership and the broader Amazon MGM Studios Distribution organization.

Key job responsibilities
• Work with the Head of Distribution Strategy to influence overall strategic and business direction.
• Execute internal programming mechanisms that deploy the MGM catalog to Prime Video and MGM+ globally, review KPIs regularly to optimize performance.
• Own strategy documents to increase demand for various media rights tied to the studio's output/catalog.
• Lead initiatives to improve efficiency across the distribution pipeline (particularly via AI automation).
• Build and maintain strong cross-functional partnerships with leaders across stakeholder groups, ensuring the team operates as a trusted strategic partner for Amazon MGM Studios Distribution and the studio at large.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ years of experience in an analytically rigorous role (e.g., management consulting, investment banking, corporate strategy, content strategy, etc.) with increasing levels of responsibility.

- Proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional strategy initiatives from end-to-end.

- Excellent analytical capabilities and experience using complex modeling and analysis to inform key business decisions (must be highly proficient in Excel).

- Strong work ethic and ability to work effectively with a high degree of autonomy.

- Understanding of the entertainment business, including distribution windowing standards.

- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analytical findings and strategic recommendations to senior audiences.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- MBA or similar advanced degree.

- Prior experience in a strategy role at a studio and/or streaming service.

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 - 110,700.00 - 193,700.00 USD annually

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