Position Summary

Samsung Electronics is a global leader in technology and innovation, with a wide range of products and services that are used by millions of people around the world. As part of its mission to create innovative solutions, Samsung is looking for a talented and motivated individual to join its North America Service Business team (NASB).

The NASB team is responsible for developing and delivering best-in-class digital experiences to consumers, operating a distribution platform that connects the TV and mobile content ecosystems, and providing unique solutions to advertising clients through its proprietary Samsung Ads platform. The North America Service Business organization includes product, engineering, ad sales, marketing, partnerships, and strategy, planning and analytics.

The Strategy, Planning, and Analytics group within the NASB team is a three-pronged group containing professionals in Strategy, Operations and Planning, and Data Analytics and Engineering functions. The Strategy function within this group focuses on short to medium term strategic engagements in partnership with NASB senior leadership to steer the NASB business to profitable growth.
The Strategy function is looking for a new Strategy Manager to help shape the strategic direction of our media and advertising business. Reporting to the Director of Strategy, the Strategy Manager will be responsible for supporting and eventually driving strategic reviews of business, product, and partnership initiatives with a focus on the mobile space.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, analytical, and solutions-focused with the ability to unravel complexity, navigate the organization, and come to a quick understanding of the business. The position will require excellent communication and presentation skills, as well as the ability to drive close collaboration with all areas of the business. The Strategy Manager must be a self-starter and will need be comfortable working under tight timeframes in a fast-paced environment. Past experience with media, apps ecosystems, or advertising in the mobile space is preferred.

Role and Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Planning:

• Collaborate with leadership to develop and refine the overall strategic direction of the ads and platform businesses, ensuring alignment with the company’s broader goals and objectives
• Support and lead comprehensive strategic initiatives, working cross-functionally on execution plans
• Help architect and optimize cadence for NASB leadership around managing the business and organization, focused on key forums, such as leadership meetings, OKR reviews, product reviews, and All Hands
   

New Business Development:

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, strategic partnerships, and potential acquisitions to enhance our position in the market
• Collaborate with the sales, marketing, product, and business development teams to develop go-to-market strategies and ensure alignment with the overall business strategy
• Foster relationships with key industry stakeholders, clients, and partners to assess opportunities for revenue growth and market position enhancement

Performance Management and Reporting:

• Prepare regular reports and executive-level presentations to communicate strategic recommendations, progress, and performance updates to senior management.
• Work with internal analytics teams to create insights into the business to drive data-driven decision-making

Skills and Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS/BA required; MBA preferred
• 7+ years of strategy and industry experience, focused on media and/or digital advertising
• Experience with mobile media, apps, or advertising preferred
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, solve complex problems, and navigate large, global organizations
• Passionate about technology and new media trends
• Self-motivated, assertive, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Accustomed to leading through influence and managing cross functional initiatives
• Experienced designing and drawing conclusions from complex data/financial models

Compensation for this role, for candidates based in New York City, NY, is expected to be between $130,000 ~ $155,000.  Actual pay will be determined considering factors such as relevant skills and experience, and comparison to other employees in the role.

Regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) have access to benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Employee Purchase Program, Tuition Assistance (after 6 months), Paid Time Off, Student Loan Program (after 6 months), Wellness Incentives, and many more.

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