Manager, Studio Operations and Planning

Job Title: Manager, Studio Operations and PlanningRequisition ID: R023644Job Description:Your PlatformFounded in 1979, Activision has continuously disrupted the world of entertainment as a leader in the videogame industry. With a history of delivering iconic innovators -- like Pitfall, Tony Hawk, Guitar Hero, Crash Bandicoot, Skylanders and Call of Duty -- our obsession is delighting our players around the globe!We’re currently driving the next era for our company and community by creating amazing experiences for fans and continuing to make Activision an inclusive place where everyone can thrive.The TeamThe Studio Operations and Planning team is responsible for overseeing the operational and strategic aspects for all Activision studios. The team collaborates with a wide range of functions across Activision Publishing functions and studios to develop operational processes/strategies and streamline information exchange.Manager, Studio Operations and PlanningThe Manager, Studio Operations and Planning will play a pivotal role in working with Activision’s 9 world-class game studios. The role will focus on studios’ resource planning, operational excellence, rhythm of business coordination, business reviews, and other key projects.You will partner with our studios as well as our central studios organization to develop studio strategies around operational and resourcing issues, build the analytical support and documentation to align key partners across the organization, and drive the execution of those strategies.Studio OperationsDrive studio game development resourcing strategy according to content slate.Lead resource planning for all nine Activision studios.Manage analyst(s) to operationalize a monthly process to report/track long-range studio resource planning.Lead cross-functional projects to develop strategic recommendations for Activision Executive Leadership Team.Manage cross studio HC movement in the system.Partnering with Finance to proactively monitor budgets.Developing an analytical culture using historical and current operational data.Strategic InitiativesTaking on individual projects as required by the business.Being an agent of change who drives execution of cross-team projects.Supporting in developing, implementing, and monitoring strategies to achieve the organization’s long-term goals.Ensuring processes are implemented across the studios organization.Ideal Profile:Bachelors Degree; MBA strongly preferred.Minimum of 3+ years in top management consulting, investment banking, corporate development, or project management/business operation.Demonstrated success in developing new processes and/or improving existing ones.Strong leadership; experience in people management and managing projects across departments.Proven ability to summarize analyses and recommendations and present to executive leadership team.Interest in driving companies towards operational excellence.Excellent and persuasive communicator.Strong attention to detail but ability to think, operate, and communicate at an executive level.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide!Our WorldWe’re highly collaborative, relaxed, and serious about creating incredible entertainment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive.Activision is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.RewardsWe provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’.#J-18808-Ljbffr