Sr. Manager, Strategy

The Team

At Fanatics, the Strategy team plays a critical role in shaping the company’s journey to become the world’s #1 digital sports platform. Serving as a trusted thought partner to the C-suite, the team provides strategic clarity and insight on Fanatics’ most important priorities. Working in close collaboration with leaders and teams across the enterprise, Strategy helps define the company’s north star, prioritize internal and external opportunities, and drive progress toward long-term strategic goals.

The team is responsible for generating growth ideas and developing actionable value-creation recommendations. In close partnership with Finance and M&A, Strategy supports the evaluation, execution, and integration of transactions that will transform how fans access and engage with their favorite sports and entertainment brands. This role reports into the VP, Strategy and offers exceptional visibility across the organization and exposure to high-impact strategic, transactional, and operational initiatives.

What You’ll Do:

Lead analyses of industry trends, competitive dynamics, and market developments, synthesizing insights and recommendations for senior leadership

Lead strategic initiatives and business development opportunities end to end; working cross functionally across the organization

Own integrated revenue and expense analysis, financial forecasting, and modeling; translate insights into clear, actionable recommendations using ROI and comparative analyses

Build, enhance, and continuously improve valuation models to support executive-level decision-making

Partner with data providers and technology teams to ensure decision-critical data is accurate, automated, and delivered in a timely manner

Manage multiple, competing priorities while providing steady leadership in fast-moving or ambiguous situations

Drive project management across complex strategic initiatives and cross-functional workstreams

Collaborate closely with Finance, M&A, and business leaders to support transaction evaluation, execution, and post-deal integration

Travel occasionally as required

What We’re Looking For:

4–6+ years of investment banking, private equity, venture capital, or related experience and / or industry strategy experience within consumer technology, sports, media, and entertainment. Proven track record of driving impact in fast-paced, high-growth environments

Strong strategic and analytical capabilities, including financial modeling, forecasting, valuation (DCFs, precedent transactions, public comparables), and the ability to translate complex analyses into clear, actionable insights

Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, with experience delivering executive-ready narratives and recommendations

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and cross-functional partners

Collaborative, relationship-driven leader who thrives in ambiguity, manages competing priorities effectively, and balances strategic thinking with hands-on execution

High ownership mindset, strong work ethic, and natural curiosity to proactively identify and pursue opportunities beyond what is explicitly requested

Ability to work in NYC office 4 days per week

The salary range represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. When determining base pay as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training. For information about our benefits, please visit https://benefitsatfanatics.com/

Salary Range

$165,000—$190,000 USD