Manager Contract Management

Job Description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

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…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your new role..

As the Manager Contract Management you will be in charge of the analysis and managing of complex Warner Bros. Discovery Worldwide Television Distribution Content Licensing Output and Volume Agreement criteria in accordance with contractual obligations set forth in the individual agreement by way of ensuring the product inclusion/criteria, categorization, media, territory, language and license fees are correctly setup in COSMOS.

Your Role Accountabilities:
• Review high profile product notices and one-off contracts, amendments and product notices (including product schedules) and reviews drafts of output/volume agreements prepared by Business Affairs/Legal and provides feedback on the same to direct report. Reviews high profile drafts of output/volume agreements prepared by Business Affairs/Legal.
• Work with other departments, such as Sales Planning, Finance, Sales Executives, Sales Administrators and Contract Administrators to ensure all contracts and associated changes to contracts are correctly and timely input into COSMOS and all associated documents are accurately prepared and sent to the Licensee.
• Provide support to Sales Administrators and Contract Administrators regarding COSMOS input based on the agreed commercial terms.
• Responsible for managing workflow of Contract Administrator(s), including reviewing Work Logs, and identifies if assistance is needed from other Contract Administrator(s) in the Department.
• Oversees direct reports review of all outstanding legal documents, TBAs, contractual options and future selection commitments have been received and processed.
• Responsible for review of revenue report for assigned territories.
• Responsible for ensuring, legal and other conflicts are resolved on a timely basis. In conjunction with Rights Administration, resolves clearance and availability issues.

Qualifications & Experiences:
• Minimum 5 years prior contract management or similar experience.
• Prior Television Distribution or other Media experience, including international and/or domestic experience required.
• 1-2 years prior supervisory or management experience required.
• Experience in established internal control environments required.
• Must have experience with handling/processing large volumes of data with excellent attention to detail, organizational, written and oral communication skills.
• Experience interacting daily with colleagues based in other countries / time zone a plus.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Microsoft Word & Adobe are required.
• SAP experience preferred.

Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, union status, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

If you're a qualified candidate and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r7x469-98-82-140-17-42 in your application.