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About arenaflex and Our Vision
Welcome to arenaflex, where magic meets innovation! We are a leading global entertainment and media company dedicated to bringing extraordinary stories and unforgettable experiences to audiences around the world. Our portfolio includes some of the most beloved brands in entertainment, including animated classics, blockbuster franchises, and groundbreaking original content that has captivated generations of fans.
At arenaflex, we believe in the power of storytelling to inspire, unite, and transform. Our streaming platform has revolutionized how families access premium content, and we're now seeking a talented Commercial Planning Supervisor to join our dynamic Business Execution and Planning team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that drives strategic decision-making across our European and African markets, shaping the future of digital entertainment.
As a Commercial Planning Supervisor at arenaflex, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the launch and day-to-day operations of our streaming service across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Your analytical expertise will help us deliver exceptional content from our iconic brands—including animation studios, beloved character franchises, epic space sagas, and groundbreaking documentary content—to millions of passionate fans across the region.
Position Overview
We are seeking a forward-thinking, analytically driven Commercial Planning Supervisor to join our growing Trading team. This critical position is responsible for ensuring we have clear, aligned targets for subscriber acquisition, marketing budgets, retention metrics, and other essential direct-to-consumer measurements. You will work collaboratively with regional capabilities, business development teams, finance teams, and local market groups to drive our strategic planning processes.
You will become an integral part of our newly established Business Execution and Planning function, which is dedicated to providing a unified view of ongoing trading performance across our streaming service. Your insights will directly influence decision-making to optimize subscriber growth and enhance our market position across diverse European and African markets.
Key Responsibilities
As a Commercial Planning Supervisor at arenaflex, your responsibilities will include:
- Strategic Planning Development: Support the development of comprehensive planning models, including our annual operating plan model and monthly forecasting model. You will create executive-level summary views, streamlined calculations, and clearly identified inputs and assumptions to support strategic decision-making.
- Annual Strategy Support: Contribute to the development of our annual strategy and manage the quarterly planning process, as well as monthly and bi-monthly forecasting activities. Your work will help establish clear targets and performance benchmarks across all our regional markets.
- Business Case Modeling: Develop and present business cases and scenarios to support strategic decision-making regarding pricing strategies, go-to-market approaches, and monetization optimization opportunities.
- Performance Analysis: Conduct ad-hoc and in-depth analyses on drivers of performance from previous quarters, identifying trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement in our subscriber acquisition and retention strategies.
- Regional Business Updates: Support the anticipation and preparation of EMEA and US business refreshes, ensuring accurate data, compelling narratives, and actionable insights are delivered to stakeholders at all levels.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with brand and performance marketing teams, country teams with dedicated trading leads as key local partners, business development and strategy teams, and Finance and Analysis teams across the region and headquarters.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
We are looking for candidates who bring the following experience and capabilities:
- Data-Driven Environment Experience: Demonstrated experience working in data-driven environments with a proven track record of driving decision-making through comprehensive data analysis and interpretation.
- Strategic Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to tailor communications effectively to diverse audiences, including country teams, global teams, and executive leadership, ensuring clarity and alignment across all stakeholder groups.
- Analytical Excellence: High numeracy and strong analytical capabilities, with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in all financial modeling and forecasting activities.
- Clear Communication: Clear and concise interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information in accessible formats to various audiences.
- Project Management Capabilities: Demonstrated expertise in prioritizing and managing multiple project timelines and deadlines that run concurrently, ensuring timely delivery of all commitments.
- Professional Attributes: A positive, people-oriented, and enthusiastic attitude that embraces challenges and contributes to a collaborative team environment.
- Independence and Initiative: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of quality and productivity.
Preferred Qualifications
While the following are not mandatory, they would be highly valued:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field
- Previous experience in the streaming, media, or entertainment industry
- Familiarity with European and African markets and consumer behavior
- Experience with financial planning systems and business intelligence tools
- Knowledge of subscription business models and direct-to-consumer strategies
Skills and Competencies Required for Success
To thrive in this role at arenaflex, you should possess the following core competencies:
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to think critically about business challenges and develop innovative solutions that align with organizational objectives.
- Analytical Mindset: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex data sets into actionable insights.
- Collaboration: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across functional boundaries and geographic regions.
- Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities and requirements.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other analytical tools.
- Language Skills: Fluency in English is essential; additional European languages would be advantageous.
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
At arenaflex, we are committed to the professional development and growth of our employees. As a Commercial Planning Supervisor, you will have access to:
- Career Advancement: Clear pathways for progression within our finance, strategy, and commercial functions, with opportunities to take on increased responsibilities and leadership roles.
- Learning and Development: Comprehensive training programs, workshops, and access to online learning platforms to enhance your skills and knowledge.
- Exposure to Leadership: Regular interaction with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, providing invaluable visibility into strategic decision-making processes.
- Industry Expertise: Deep exposure to the rapidly evolving streaming industry, gaining insights into global entertainment trends and consumer behavior.
- International Experience: Opportunity to work with diverse markets across EMEA, broadening your cultural understanding and global business perspective.
Work Environment and Culture at arenaflex
arenaflex is more than a workplace—it's a community where creativity, innovation, and inclusion thrive. Our culture is built on the foundation of storytelling, imagination, and bringing joy to millions of families worldwide. We foster an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspective.
Our offices are designed to inspire collaboration and creativity, while we also offer flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. We believe that diverse teams produce the best ideas, and we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of our audiences around the world.
Join our vibrant community and become part of a team that celebrates creativity, innovation, and the magic of storytelling. At arenaflex, you'll find colleagues who are passionate about what they do and dedicated to creating extraordinary experiences for our customers.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
We recognize and reward the contributions of our talented team members. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Competitive Salary: An attractive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Generous Time Off: 25 days of annual leave, giving you time to recharge and balance work with personal life.
- Health and Wellness: Private medical insurance and comprehensive dental care coverage for you and your family.
- Exclusive Access: Complimentary park entry to our theme parks, allowing you to create magical memories with your loved ones.
- Employee Discounts: Exclusive discounts on our products, resort dining, and entertainment offerings.
- Streaming Subscription: Complimentary subscription to our industry-leading streaming platform.
- Family Support: Outstanding parental and guardian leave policies to support your family journey.
- Employee Resource Groups: Participation in our thriving employee resource groups, including networks for women, diversity, pride, disability and neurodiversity, and mental health and wellness.
Join Our Inclusive Community
arenaflex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to building a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, where everyone can flourish and feel they belong. We are committed to creating a team that includes and respects different voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, color, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability, or pregnancy or maternity. We foster a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, improve, create the best stories, and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
About arenaflex in EMEA
arenaflex EMEA is dedicated to driving growth, innovation, and brand affinity across a highly diverse collection of countries. Our team of over 6,000 employees works across 59 business markets with offices in 29 countries, bringing the magic of our content to audiences throughout Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Our EMEA operation is at the forefront of our global expansion, adapting our world-class content and experiences for local audiences while maintaining the quality and values that define our brand. Join us and be part of a team that's shaping the future of entertainment across the region.
Apply Today
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a team that's transforming the entertainment industry, we want to hear from you! This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute your analytical skills and strategic thinking to one of the world's most beloved entertainment brands.
Don't miss this chance to be part of something extraordinary. Apply now and join the arenaflex family—we can't wait to welcome you aboard!