Role overview:

As the Software Forecasting & Planning Finance Director will lead the Software Centre of Excellence/ Planning team. You will be accountable for Software forecast across PlayStation Global software business covering Digital and Physical sales for Third Party and First Party content.

The team works closely with the Direct to Consumer (D2C), Third Party and First Party teams to support the business with short- and long-term planning activities. It also collaborates with the ML/Data Science, Data & Analytics teams to ensure our forecasting models are robust and optimised.  Operating as a single global function, the role drives a unified forecasting approach, leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning models, and will be responsible to continue to evolve the function focusing on automation and AI to ensure we are fit for the future.

What you will be doing

• Develop and evolve scalable forecasting frameworks, incorporating ML-driven models. Drives adoption and effectiveness of recently adopted ML models
• Lead planning processes and outputs, including automated dashboards, through planning tool
• Identify opportunities to improve forecast accuracy, automation, and efficiency
• Own the bottom-up global software forecasting across 1 Party, 2 Party and 3 Party for full game and add-on sales as well as the top-down global consumer model for Store sales
• Works closely with other Finance teams (i.e., 1P investments) to provide forecasts and revenue scenarios that help influence commercial strategy and investment decisions
• Work closely with marketing and commercial stakeholders helping influence GTM strategies (launch timing, pricing) and influencing GTM investments (marketing budgets)
• Works closely with IT and other Finance areas to define the long-term forecasting vision, including tools, data, and modelling capabilities required
• Collaborate with data science and engineering teams to continue to build, optimise , enhance and productionise models
• Business partners Store Leadership team on forecasting matters, including weekly outlooks, quarterly forecasts and budget. Support Monthly/ quarterly business reviews
• Translate complex data and model outputs into clear, actionable business insights
• Build and lead a high-performing global forecasting team, setting standards for analytical rigour and stakeholder influence
• Develop future talent and capability in advanced analytics and forecasting

What we're looking for:

• 10+ years of relevant experience working in forecasting function, ideally digital-focused environment with proven experience building and managing forecasts
• Experience leading enterprise-level forecasting function
• Experience working with advanced analytics/ machine learning models (hands-on and / or in partnership with ML/analytics teams)
• Ability to operate both at strategic and technical levels and experience managing and influencing Senior Stakeholders
• Experience with off-the-shelf planning tools i.e., Anaplan
• Experience of working in global, mulit-matrixed organisations

Preferred Qualities:

• Background in gaming, entertainment or digital platforms
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships
• Proactive and driven individual that can push forecasting agenda forward
• Innovation
• Attention to detail, commitment to accuracy & adherence to deadlines
• Able to identify and develop opportunities to improve, innovate and/or pioneer new ways of working through continuous process improvement practices

Success Measures

• Forecast accuracy (controllable forecast by 5%) and predictability
• Adoption of forecasting outputs in commercial decisions
• Speed and quality of scenario-based decision support
• Reduction in manual processes / increased automation
• Stakeholder confidence in forecasting outputs

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus opportunity
• Hybrid Working Model (Flexmodes)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Dental Scheme
• 25 days holiday per year
• On Site Gym
• Subsidised Café
• Free soft drinks
• On site bar
• Access to cycle garage and showers

Please note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks.

Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your data protection rights. 

Role overview:

This role acts as US-based business partner for Global Marketing responsible for marketing investments, associated revenue performance, supporting allocation decisions and managing the analysis of marketing spend, ROI and commercial KPIs. The role will be responsible for business partnering key stakeholders and budget holders across Global Marketing including the liaisons and local teams. 

What you'll be doing:

• Act as Senior Business Partner to Global Marketing to coordinate budget allocation discussions and marketing effectiveness, by analysing marketing channels, and providing scenario modelling to guide reinvestment or budget reallocation.
• Support on strategic longer-term decision making and budget allocation assumptions through Mid and Long Range Planning.
• Advance the global ROI methodology including global post-campaign analysis.
• Assessing historical and current state performance to provide ROI / KPI benchmarks across business units and channels.
• Support with the development and standardisation of Marketing KPI tracking, including campaign ROI, Customer Acquisition Costs (CAC) and media efficiency, ensuring clear alignment between spend and business outcomes.
• Lead analysis of Marketing investment across Global Marketing and Studio Marketing, delivering consolidated reporting and actionable insights.
• Develop and present business cases for new marketing initiatives, partnerships, and merchandising opportunities to support strategic investment decisions.
• Manage coordination between Planning and Global Marketing to ensure accurate forecasting and reporting of marketing spend and associated revenue performance.
• Drive global consistency in spend tracking by working closely with regional, global and studio teams to establish methodologies, governance and best practices.
• Partner with Analytics teams to support with marketing measurement and attribution journey.

What we're looking for:

• At least 6 years relevant experience or 4 years PQE in a Commercial Finance (FP&A) function and of working with commercial teams or business.

Preferred Qualities: e.g -

• Senior level business partner experience in Sales/Marketing
• Strong financial background with ability to evaluate financial impact of business decisions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel (VBA level an advantage).
• SAP / Adaptive experience an advantage
• Knowledge of MMM / MTA / ROAS / CPA / attribution models preferable
• Strong written & verbal communication skills, including the ability to present detailed analyses.
• Organised self-starter, with drive and ambition who thrives under pressure, and is capable of confidently working alongside the most senior stakeholders across the wider business.
• Attention to detail, commitment to accuracy & adherence to deadlines.
• Experience of working in a regional group headquarters.
• Proven track record of similar roles/tasks in Global / Pan regional company in the Entertainment sector (Game/Film/Music)

Business Analyst, Corporate Planning

12-Month Contract (via YOH Staffing)

Our Global Vendor Management team is growing, and we’re looking for a collaborative, solutions-oriented Business Analyst to help scale and evolve our vendor operations.

In this role, you’ll own day-to-day contract and vendor relationship management while driving the global Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process across hardware and services. You’ll partner cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, and business stakeholders to ensure compliance, optimize vendor performance, and improve contract lifecycle processes.

This is a highly visible role with global scope (US, EU, JP, APAC), where you’ll lead business planning discussions, influence vendor strategy, and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and scalability.

What You'll Do: 

• Handle multiple vendor relationships and contracts across cross-functional teams
• Lead the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process (contracts, POs, invoicing)
• Analyze vendor performance and contractual data; provide insights and recommendations
• Build and present vendor performance dashboards and financial reports to stakeholders and leadership
• Ensure contract and purchasing activities comply with Legal and Finance policies
• Maintain accurate contract and PO tracking within internal systems
• Guide internal stakeholders on vendor and contract management best practices
• Support business planning, vendor strategy sessions, and operational meetings
• Identify and implement process improvements across vendor management and contract lifecycle

What We're Looking For: 

• 5+ years of experience, including 3+ years in a technology-related environment
• Hands-on experience with Procure-to-Pay processes
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and collaboration tools
• Shown experience leading end-to-end P2P processes (contracts, purchase orders, payments)
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment
• Excellent communication and presentation skills across all levels of the organization
• Highly collaborative, proactive, and detail-oriented
• Experience influencing stakeholders and driving process improvements
• Strong operational rigor with a track record in vendor and contract management

Technical & Tools Experience: 

• SAP (SRM), Coupa (PO creation and invoicing)
• Contract management tools (e.g., Agiloft)
• Ticketing systems (ServiceNow, Jira, Zendesk, Salesforce)
• Collaboration tools (Slack, Microsoft 365, Google Drive, Box, Confluence)

Preferred Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Experience with Data Center Operations or Services
• Familiarity with hardware procurement (servers, racks, switches)
• Experience handling vendor contracts related to data center services or circuits

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Role overview:

This role acts as London-based business partner for Global Marketing responsible for marketing investments, merchandising revenue, supporting allocation decisions and managing the analysis of marketing spend and ROI. The role will be responsible for business partnering key stakeholders and budget holders in Global Marketing including the liaisons and local teams. 

What you'll be doing:

• Support the Global Marketing team in budget planning discussions, assisting with analysis of marketing channels and contributing to scenario modelling to inform spend decisions.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of global ROI methodologies, including supporting post-campaign analysis and reporting.
• Contribute to the tracking and reporting of Marketing KPIs, including campaign ROI, Customer Acquisition Costs (CAC), and media efficiency, helping ensure alignment between spend and business outcomes.
• Support analysis of Marketing spend across Global Marketing, Studio Marketing, and GPDR, assisting in the preparation of consolidated investment reporting.
• Assist in the development of business cases for new marketing initiatives, partnerships, or merchandising opportunities to support investment decisions.
• Coordinate with Planning and Global Marketing teams to support accurate forecasting and reporting of marketing spend and monetisation activities.
• Collaborate with regional, studio, and GPDR teams to support consistent spend tracking methodologies and ensure adherence to agreed processes.
• Work closely with Analytics teams to support marketing measurement and attribution initiatives.

What we're looking for:

• At least 4 years relevant experience or 2 years PQE in a Commercial Finance (FP&A also preferable) and of working with commercial teams or business.

Preferred Qualities: e.g -

• Senior level business partner experience in Sales/Marketing
• Strong financial background with ability to evaluate financial impact of business decisions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel (VBA level an advantage).
• Strong written & verbal communication skills, including the ability to present detailed analyses.
• Organised self-starter, with drive and ambition who thrives under pressure, and is capable of confidently working alongside the most senior stakeholders across the wider business.
• Attention to detail, commitment to accuracy & adherence to deadlines.
• Experience of working in a regional group headquarters.
• Proven track record of similar roles/tasks in Global / Pan regional company in the Entertainment sector (Game/Film/Music)

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus opportunity
• Hybrid working model (FlexModes)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Dental Scheme
• 25 days holiday per year
• On Site Gym
• Subsidised Café
• Free soft drinks
• On site bar
• Access to cycle garage and showers

Please note, Sony Interactive Entertainment conducts background checks at the offer stage for all new employees (which may include criminal background checks for some roles) and will need to process personal information to support these checks.

Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your data protection rights.