The Manager acts as a subject matter expert on assigned accounts, representing the interests of Sony Pictures while identifying opportunities to maximize revenue, optimize retailer performance, and ...
The Manager acts as a subject matter expert on assigned accounts, representing the interests of Sony Pictures while identifying opportunities to maximize revenue, optimize retailer performance, and ...
Manager, Finance
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$100K - $138K/yr
The Divisional Finance organization at Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) provides business support ... Reporting to the Sr Manager, Finance, this role will support financial planning, investment ...
Manager, Finance
Culver City, CA · On-site
$100K - $138K/yr
The Divisional Finance organization at Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) provides business support ... Reporting to the Sr Manager, Finance, this role will support financial planning, investment ...
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$98K - $101K/yr
Sony Electronics Inc. islooking for the risk-takers, the collaborators, the inspired and the ... Manage hardware installation, maintenance and service delivery to the customer (National Football ...
Implementation Manager - American Football
Atlanta, GA · Hybrid
$98K - $101K/yr
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Business Manager - NEWS
San Diego, CA · Hybrid
$111K - $148K/yr
Sony Electronics Inc. islooking for the risk-takers, the collaborators, the inspired and the ... The Business Manager will be part of a team of internal professionals in the development of ...
Business Manager - NEWS
San Diego, CA · Hybrid
$111K - $148K/yr
Sony Electronics Inc. islooking for the risk-takers, the collaborators, the inspired and the ... The Business Manager will be part of a team of internal professionals in the development of ...
Manager, Finance
Culver City, CA · On-site
$100K - $138K/yr
The Divisional Finance organization at Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) provides business support ... Reporting to the Sr Manager, Finance, this role will support financial planning, investment ...
Manager, Finance
Culver City, CA · On-site
$100K - $138K/yr
The Divisional Finance organization at Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) provides business support ... Reporting to the Sr Manager, Finance, this role will support financial planning, investment ...
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San Diego, CA · Hybrid
$173K - $259K/yr
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Staff Program Manager
San Diego, CA · Hybrid
$173K - $259K/yr
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The Manager acts as a subject matter expert on assigned accounts, representing the interests of Sony Pictures while identifying opportunities to maximize revenue, optimize retailer performance, and ...
The Manager acts as a subject matter expert on assigned accounts, representing the interests of Sony Pictures while identifying opportunities to maximize revenue, optimize retailer performance, and ...
At Sony Music Publishing ("SMP") , we believe every voice matters. We are the #1 global music ... Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities * A ...
At Sony Music Publishing ("SMP") , we believe every voice matters. We are the #1 global music ... Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities * A ...
Senior Manager, Talent & Performance
San Mateo, CA · On-site +1
$186K - $279K/yr
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Senior Manager, Talent & Performance
San Mateo, CA · On-site +1
$186K - $279K/yr
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Business Manager - NEWS
San Diego, CA · On-site
$111K - $148K/yr
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Business Manager - NEWS
San Diego, CA · On-site
$111K - $148K/yr
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Manager, Service Reliability Engineering
Aliso Viejo, CA · Hybrid
$184K - $277K/yr
Why Sony Interactive Entertainment? Sony Interactive Entertainment isn't just the Best Place to ... Build and manage a team of engineers across many time zones who work to analyze and maintain ...
Manager, Service Reliability Engineering
Aliso Viejo, CA · Hybrid
$184K - $277K/yr
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Software Engineer Intern
San Diego, CA · On-site +1
$24.20 - $38.50/hr
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Software Engineer Intern
San Diego, CA · On-site +1
$24.20 - $38.50/hr
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Manager, Software Engineering DevEx (San Mateo)
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$201K - $302K/yr
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Manager, Software Engineering DevEx (San Mateo)
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$201K - $302K/yr
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Social Media Community Management Intern
San Diego, CA · Hybrid
$19.80 - $28.60/hr
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Social Media Community Management Intern
San Diego, CA · Hybrid
$19.80 - $28.60/hr
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Manager, Visual Effects
Culver City, CA · On-site
$92K - $120K/yr
At Sony Pictures VFX, we are committed to creating high-quality, captivating imagery while ... management for tool/process rollouts, training, adoption, and feedback capture • Lead and ...
Manager, Visual Effects
Culver City, CA · On-site
$92K - $120K/yr
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Senior Product Manager
San Diego, CA · Hybrid
$154K - $232K/yr
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Senior Product Manager
San Diego, CA · Hybrid
$154K - $232K/yr
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Senior Solution Architect (Culver City)
Culver City, CA · On-site
$158K - $160K/yr
Sony Corporation of America , located in New York, NY, is the U.S. headquarters of Sony Group ... management and development of data pipeline and other software components to build scalable data ...
Senior Solution Architect (Culver City)
Culver City, CA · On-site
$158K - $160K/yr
Sony Corporation of America , located in New York, NY, is the U.S. headquarters of Sony Group ... management and development of data pipeline and other software components to build scalable data ...
Manager, Client Services
Culver City, CA · On-site
$92K - $97K/yr
The Manager, Client Services is responsible for managing global digital fulfillment of content ... Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants ...
Manager, Client Services
Culver City, CA · On-site
$92K - $97K/yr
The Manager, Client Services is responsible for managing global digital fulfillment of content ... Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants ...
Manager, Client Services
$92K - $97K/yr
The Manager, Client Services is responsible for managing global digital fulfillment of content ... Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants ...
Manager, Client Services
$92K - $97K/yr
The Manager, Client Services is responsible for managing global digital fulfillment of content ... Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants ...
Software Engineer Intern
San Diego, CA · On-site
$24.20 - $38.50/hr
Sony Electronics Inc. is looking for the risk-takers, the collaborators, the inspired and the ... Design and manage Docker-based solutions for portable, reproducible development and production ...
Software Engineer Intern
San Diego, CA · On-site
$24.20 - $38.50/hr
Sony Electronics Inc. is looking for the risk-takers, the collaborators, the inspired and the ... Design and manage Docker-based solutions for portable, reproducible development and production ...
Sony Manager information
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sony Manager, and why are they important?
What is the difference between Sony Manager vs Sony Product Specialist?
| Aspect | Sony Manager | Sony Product Specialist |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's degree, management experience | Technical knowledge, product training |
| Work Environment | Team leadership, strategic planning | Customer interaction, product demonstrations |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Corporate, retail, electronics | Retail stores, customer support |
| Common Search & Comparison | Leadership roles, management skills | Product knowledge, customer service |
The Sony Manager typically oversees teams and manages strategic operations within Sony, requiring management credentials. In contrast, the Sony Product Specialist focuses on technical product knowledge and customer support, often working directly with consumers. Both roles are integral to Sony's retail and corporate environments but differ mainly in responsibilities and required skills.
How does a Sony Manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives?
What does a Sony Manager do?
Full-time
Posted 11 days ago
Job description
The Manager, Digital Sales Distribution partners with the Executive Director, Digital Distribution to drive transactional digital film and television revenue (EST/TVOD) across Sony Pictures Entertainment's portfolio of content and key digital distribution partners. This role serves as the primary business lead for assigned accounts, developing account strategies, managing retailer relationships, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to execute promotional activations throughout the home entertainment lifecycle of new release and catalog titles.
The Manager acts as a subject matter expert on assigned accounts, representing the interests of Sony Pictures while identifying opportunities to maximize revenue, optimize retailer performance, and support the continued growth of Sony Pictures Distribution's digital business.
Responsibilities:
Business & Financial Management
- Manage assigned account P&L to meet or exceed revenue goals and budget objectives.
- Provide input into annual account goals, forecasts, and revenue allocations.
- Monitor performance against established targets and identify opportunities to drive incremental revenue.
- Ensure compliance with negotiated pricing, promotional agreements, deal terms, and digital storefront merchandising.
Account Management
- Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for assigned digital retail partners.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
- Manage ongoing communication channels and establish account priorities.
- Proactively identify and resolve operational and business issues.
- Coordinate regular internal and external account meetings and business reviews.
Business Reviews & Presentations
- Prepare and deliver strategic business presentations and account reviews.
- Coordinate cross-functional contributions from Marketing, Finance, Operations, and other stakeholders.
- Analyze business performance and provide actionable recommendations to improve results.
- Support executive-level presentations and retailer meetings as needed.
New Release Planning & Execution
- Develop a deep understanding of retailer strategies, priorities, and promotional calendars.
- Collaborate with Retail Marketing to develop new release activation plans.
- Negotiate promotional support and merchandising opportunities with digital retailers.
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely execution of launch plans.
- Monitor release performance and recommend optimization opportunities throughout the release window.
Catalog Strategy & Revenue Growth
- Develop and execute strategies to maximize long-term catalog revenue.
- Plan and manage promotional calendars for assigned accounts.
- Recommend title selection, pricing strategies, and promotional participation.
- Negotiate merchandising and promotional support with retail partners.
- Develop innovative customer activation initiatives, including strategic partnerships and special campaigns.
- Review promotional performance and implement recommendations to improve future initiatives.
- Monitor pricing across retail partners and resolve pricing discrepancies to maintain marketplace consistency.
Business Expertise & Market Intelligence
- Maintain expert knowledge of Sony Pictures' digital distribution business and strategic priorities.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of assigned retailers' business strategies, financial objectives, technical capabilities, and product roadmaps.
- Monitor industry trends, competitive activity, and changes across the digital entertainment ecosystem.
- Stay current on transactional video-on-demand (TVOD/EST) product strategy, pricing, merchandising, and marketing initiatives.
Deal Support & Analysis
- Support digital distribution negotiations through financial modeling and strategic analysis.
- Evaluate promotional opportunities and provide business recommendations that maximize revenue and long-term account growth.
Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Lead cross-functional teams to execute account initiatives and promotional campaigns.
- Establish priorities, coordinate project timelines, and assign responsibilities across departments.
- Serve as the internal account lead for assigned retail partners or support the Director/Executive Director on strategic accounts.
- Facilitate regular internal meetings and retailer check-ins to ensure alignment and execution.
- Foster collaboration across Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, and Product teams to achieve business objectives.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in digital distribution, home entertainment, media sales, account management, or a related entertainment business preferred.
- Strong understanding of transactional digital distribution (EST/TVOD) and the digital retail marketplace.
- Demonstrated experience managing retailer or client relationships.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, forecasts, and revenue performance.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and related business applications.
The anticipated base salary for this position is $92,000 to $120,000. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.
Sony Pictures does not allow audio recording, video recording or use of AI note-taking tools during interviews. Please be aware these tools may be enabled as a default and can be difficult to disable once the interview has started, so we recommend you check your device and disable these tools prior to the start of your interview. If recording or the use of the tools occurs during the interview and cannot be promptly turned off or disabled, the interviewer may end the interview.
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