Senior Manager Business Planning (m/d/f)

Company Description

We’re the world’s leading sports technology company, at the intersection between sports, media, and betting. More than 1,700 sports federations, media outlets, betting operators, and consumer platforms across 120 countries rely on our know-how and technology to boost their business.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Senior Manager Business Planning. You will be a key part of the Sports & Portfolio Strategies unit at Sportradar, working closely with multiple other business units at the core of the company rights acquisition processes in order to: 

• Drive and support decision-making and business planning by collecting and consolidating input from our Product and Commercial verticals.  
• Deliver comprehensive business plans for content acquisitions as well as deal by deal documentation to ensure formal approval by SRAD senior leadership. 
• Contribute to the creation and execution of SRAD’s rights acquisition budget to ensure that the company’s content strategy is aligned to its growth and profitability ambitions. 
• Take an active role in specific projects to enhance SRAD capabilities in data analytics to ensure all decisions made are backed by data insights and strategic analysis. 

THE CHALLENGE: 

Content Acquisition Business Planning 

• Prepare business plans for content acquisitions, collaborating with cross-functional teams (Product, Commercial, and Partnerships) to gather necessary input and insights. 
• Ensure all content acquisition proposals are aligned with strategic business goals and presented in a clear, concise manner. 
• Review and analyze content opportunities, ensuring that business plans reflect the financial viability and/or strategic importance of each content acquisition. 
• Monitor and track the progress of content acquisition plans, ensuring adherence to timelines and strategic goals. 
• Internal cross divisional collaboration Work closely with other internal units to prepare presentations for approval of content acquisitions by senior management. 
• Ensure that content proposals are effectively communicated, with accurate financial modeling and business insights. 
• Prepare and present detailed reports on potential content acquisitions, highlighting key metrics, risks, and opportunities. 

Stakeholder Management and Alignment 

• Act as a liaison between multiple stakeholders (internal teams, leadership, and external partners) to ensure alignment and smooth execution of content acquisition processes. 
• Manage communication and collaboration between product, commercial, and finance teams to ensure all necessary data and insights are gathered for content  decisions. 

Financial Analysis and Reporting 

• Provide financial and operational analysis & insights on content that is well-supported by business cases, budgets, and reports. 
• Collaborate with the FP&A team to ensure that financial insights are accurately reflected. 

More: 

• Support the preparation of ad hoc reports and analyses for senior leadership as required. 
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of content acquisition processes, suggesting changes or optimizations to enhance efficiency. 

YOUR PROFILE: 

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field is required. 
• 2 years of experience in a business planning, finance, or analytical role, ideally in a high-growth, multinational organization. 
• Intermediate understanding of finance, including the ability to conduct basic financial analysis and create budgets and forecasts. 
• Highly analytical with the ability to interpret complex data, identify key trends, and deliver actionable recommendations. 
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and meet deadlines. 
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to present to senior stakeholders. 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across cross-functional teams. 
• Experience with content acquisition or portfolio management is a plus but not required. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint). Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence tools is a plus. 
• Fluent in English (both written and spoken). 

OUR OFFER: 

• Be part of one of the fastest-growing digital sports companies in the world at the intersection of sports, betting, Media, and advertising. 
• Work with a motivated and dynamic team focused on innovation and business growth. 
• Exciting career development opportunities and the chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s content acquisition strategy. 
• Hybrid work and flexible working hours. 
• Company events, team activities, and plenty of opportunities to engage in a fun and collaborative environment. 

Additional Information

At Sportradar, we celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. Sportradar is committed to ensuring equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We encourage you to apply even if you only meet most of the requirements (but not 100% of the listed criteria) – we believe skills evolve over time. If you’re willing to learn and grow with us, we invite you to join our team!