Sr. Acquisition Mgr., Global Film Acquisitions

We are seeking a strategic, highly analytical Acquisitions Executive to join our Global Film Acquisitions team. In this role, you will lead deal negotiations end-to-end and shape acquisition strategies that support Amazon’s global film portfolio. You will source and secure externally produced films for distribution on Prime Video and for theatrical release through Amazon MGM Studios, partnering closely with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling content to customers worldwide.

• Key job responsibilities
• - Lead negotiations for global and regional film acquisitions
• - Develop data-driven business models and valuation analyses to support deal recommendations
• - Source film acquisition opportunities and assess creative materials
• - Collaborate with cross-functional partners—including Content Strategy, Business Affairs, Marketing, Finance, and Creative teams—to align acquisition decisions with Amazon’s strategic objectives
• - Develop and own strategy documents and presentations
• - Evaluate acquisition opportunities qualitatively and quantitatively
• - Use customer behavior, usage and consumption data to inform decision-making
• - Manage relationships with producers and agencies

Basic qualifications

• - Experience with Excel
• - Experience with end-to-end ownership of major project deliverables
• - Experience communicating clearly and concisely with leadership, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
• - 7+ years of relevant work experience at a major media/production company or a top tier consulting firm/investment bank
• - Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and business judgment skills
• - High attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities

Preferred qualifications

• - Experience converting insights into strategy and communicating complex ideas clearly and logically in written communication
• - Experience structuring and negotiating terms for commercial content content deals e.g. production commissions, existing content licences, talent, multi-title/output
• - Experience creating financial and/or theatrical models
• - Seasoned analytical and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .

USA, CA, Culver City - 127,500.00 - 172,500.00 USD annually