Network Inventory Specialist at Weigel Broadcasting Co

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 May, 26

Salary

65000.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Inventory Optimization, Revenue Maximization, Advertising Scheduling, Traffic Deadlines Adherence, Client Liaison, Inventory Reporting, Log Conflict Resolution, Allocation Management, Scheduling, Constraint Management, Workflow Efficiency, Quality Control, Multitasking, Prioritization, Communication Skills, Accuracy

Industry

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Description

Description About Us: Weigel Broadcasting Co. is a family-owned media company based in Chicago, Illinois. The company owns and operates national television networks, as well as local broadcast stations throughout the country. Weigel is a leader in broadcast television with MeTV, Memorable Entertainment Television, the number one rated classic TV entertainment network, as well as the Movies! Network in cooperation with the Fox Television Stations, the Catchy Comedy Network, the H&I - Heroes & Icons Network, the Start TV Network and the Dabl Network in association with the CBS Television Stations, the Story Television Network, the MeTV Toons Network in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery, and WEST- Western Entertainment Series Television Network. Weigel produces the original network TV programs Svengoolie, Toon In With Me and Collector’s Call. Weigel's local stations include CBS, ABC, The CW, MyNet, Telemundo and Univision network affiliates and independent stations, offering a mix of entertainment programming, local news and professional and college sports broadcasts in 29 U.S. markets including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Weigel is the creator of the nationally syndicated music format MeTV FM. For more information on Weigel, visit: https://www.weigelbroadcasting.com/. Network Inventory Specialist: Weigel Broadcasting in Chicago, IL, is seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Specialist to optimize network inventory, maximize revenue, and ensure seamless traffic and log operations. About the Role · Oversee daily inventory processes to optimize revenue across all networks · Ensure advertising spots are scheduled accurately · Maintain high service standards for premium clients and high value placements · Support smooth workflow by adhering to strict traffic deadlines · Act as key liaison between inventory, traffic, and copy teams What You’ll Do · Run daily inventory reports (pressure, EUR, pricing, and underperforming asset packages) to optimize revenue · Resolve log conflicts and ensure spots align with client specifications · Manage allocation, scheduling, distribution, and constraint of all units, prioritizing high value clients and placements · Collaborate with inventory managers, traffic managers, log editors, and copy teams to maintain workflow efficiency · Accommodate last minute business while meeting traffic deadlines · Review and approve orders in the traffic system to ensure quality control · Provide backup support for network fighting, allocations, move requests, make goods, ADU allocations, and deal approvals · Execute final log reviews to eliminate conflicts, enhance presentation, and maintain revenue maximization What You’ve Done · Multitasked in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities · Prioritized workload to meet strict deadlines · Worked seamlessly across multiple teams while independently delivering on responsibilities · Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills while ensuring accuracy and clarity If you have what we are looking for, please apply with your resume, cover letter, and a link to your demo reel. What We Offer: · Location: One block from the aptly named Restaurant Row, & convenient access to highways and public transportation · Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Package, Long Term Disability Insurance & Accident Insurance · Retirement & Savings: HSA Plan, 401k with Company Match · Time Off: Vacation/Personal/Sick/Paid Holidays · Leave Support: Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave · Family Benefits: Paid Parental Leave · Commuter Benefits: Tax-free Transit & Tax-free Discounted Parking Access Weigel Broadcasting Co. maintains an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for all applicants and employees. We give fair consideration to all qualified persons and afford all our employees opportunities for advancement according to their individual abilities, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex, or other protected categories. No opportunities for promotion, transfer or any other benefit of employment will be diminished through discriminatory practices. Employees or prospective employees have the right to notify an appropriate local, state or Federal agency if they believe they have been discriminated against.

Responsibilities

The specialist will oversee daily inventory processes to optimize revenue across all networks by ensuring accurate scheduling of advertising spots and maintaining high service standards for premium clients. Key duties involve running daily inventory reports, resolving log conflicts, managing unit allocation, and collaborating with traffic and copy teams to maintain workflow efficiency.