Director of Product Management, SMB Advertising

Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and huge reach in ad supported streaming and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution, and advertising solutions.

Job Summary:

At Paramount, we're revolutionizing the way small and medium businesses advertise on TV and Connected TV (CTV). Our innovative Self-serve Ads Platform - Paramount Ads Manager empowers businesses of all sizes to build impactful advertising campaigns at ease, reaching audiences through the power of television and streaming. As the Director of Product Management, SMB Advertising, you will drive the key initiatives of building platform backend and API integrations, collaborate with different partners, optimize and scale the platform.

Key Responsibilities:

• Platform Integration and Performance: Lead backend integration across APIs, reporting, and ads targeting and delivery to improve attribution, performance, and scalability of the Paramount Ads Manager platform.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering, Design, Data Solution, Sales and Marketing, and external partners to prioritize and launch initiatives that drive impact.
• End-to-End Product Ownership: Lead all aspects of the end-to-end product lifecycle, from ideation, design, and testing to launch, ensuring features are delivered on time and meet the needs of SMB customers.
• Product Documentation: Translate business needs into clear, comprehensive PRDs (Product Requirement Documents) for internal teams and partners, ensuring timely and aligned execution.
• Product Iteration & Optimization: Establish a feedback loop to monitor adoption and performance metrics. Drive MVP development, testing, and iteration to continually optimize for growth.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or higher in an equivalent field, MBA is not required but a plus. 10+ years of experience in Product Management or related roles.

Who You Are:

• Proven Product Owner: 2+ years in product management or related roles, with a solid understanding of advertising performance and ecosystems.
• Technical & meticulous: Comfortable with backend systems and technical concepts; prior backend engineering experience is a strong plus.
• SMB-Centric Problem solver: Deep understanding of SMB challenges with a passion for building solutions that deliver real customer value.
• Data-Driven: Strong analytical mentality with the ability to write queries, interpret data, and use insights to guide decisions.
• Innovative & Execution-Focused: Thrive in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to bring innovative ideas to life and complete high-impact strategies.
• Familiar with AB testing, feature flagging, and iterative development to inform product direction.
• Strategic & Agile: Able to balance long-term vision with hands-on execution, managing multiple roadmaps while prioritizing for maximum impact.
• Collaborative Leader: Skilled at uniting diverse cross-functional teams to achieve set goals and measurable business outcomes.

If you are passionate about driving innovation and building scalable advertising solutions, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to lead the development of Paramount's self-serve ads platform. Join us in shaping the future of TV/CTV advertising!

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access. https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, Pluto TV and Simon & Schuster, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $176,800.00 - 221,000.00. 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.  This position is eligible to earn sales incentive compensation. 

https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.