Overview
As Distribution Manager you will support the Distribution Directors, working with a range of key partners to ensure the effective implementation, compliance with and ongoing management of Warner Bros. Discovery distribution agreements. You will be responsible for key elements of the day to day running of distribution agreements, working closely with internal teams including marketing, insights and legal teams as well as the global/regional commercial, technology, product, and marketing teams. If you're a self-starting, creative problem solver with a proven track record of distribution agreement negotiation and management then this is the role for you!
Responsibilities
* Be responsible for key elements of the distribution agreements and ensuring compliance with key obligations and deadlines, together with the Distribution Directors.
* Work directly on key commercial relationships with affiliate partners (e.g., Sky, Virgin Media and EE) with the Distribution Directors to ensure all contract obligations are fulfilled and maximise commercial opportunities with each partner.
* Be the first point of contact for the rest of the business on commercial matters relating to affiliate partners.
* Be the internal expert on, and advocate for, these partnerships across the wider WBD business, supporting and shaping development of go-to-market propositions consistent with contract requirements.
* Support Distribution Directors to identify, resolve or escalate any commercial issues or challenges relating to affiliate partners to ensure all commercial targets are met.
* Leverage/build insights and opportunities that enable detailed analysis of partner performance and identify areas of concern, always seeking continuous improvement.
* Be an active and engaged member of the UK Distribution team to identify market trends and opportunities for distribution of WBD content and brands and contribute to ongoing evolution of distribution strategy.
* Demonstrate the ability to work on high value, complex distribution agreements and have a strong understanding of the distribution landscape, content rights and exploitation strategies.
* Operate under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple simultaneous projects in a well-organised manner; willing to roll up your sleeves as needed.
* Maintain a commercial mindset and a data-driven approach to delivering results.
* Build superior relationships and a track record of implementing new partnerships/deals with multiple stakeholders.
* Work comfortably in ambiguity and effectively in a matrixed organisation.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with diplomacy, tact, integrity, and the ability to inspire, motivate, and lead teams to achieve goals.
* Support senior stakeholder decision making by providing data-driven insights and observations.
* Able to accommodate occasional travel within the UK and ROI.
* Work with the hybrid model described by the company policy, with arrangement to be agreed with your Line Manager.
About WBD and Working at WBD
When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next. WBD offers career-defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. You are supported, celebrated, and can thrive with us.
Hybrid Working - This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model, that combines remote and in-office work, following our current company policy and to be agreed with your Line Manager. Subject to applicable laws, WBD/your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working arrangement where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.
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