Senior Director Commercial Nordic, Streaming, Networks and Games

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

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative Senior Director for Commercial Nordic, Streaming Networks and Games to join our team in the Nordics, reporting to the SVP Commercial Nordic, Streaming Networks and Games. This role focuses on collaborating with sales leaders and the leadership team to identify and implement new business opportunities and cross-functional initiatives in the Nordic region.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Act as the strategic lead and right-hand to the SVP Commercial, collaborating on reporting and working with local sales leaders across Distribution and Ad Sales (Digital and Traditional).
• Challenge the status quo to build partnership models aligned with strategic priorities, enhancing Warner Bros. Discovery's presence in the Nordic market.
• Establish processes and align teams to maximize the performance of our content and key franchises, leveraging our portfolio and products.
• Partner with finance to build and implement financial models and activity tracking plans to ensure business relations meet financial targets.
• Use strong analytical skills to assess market trends, drive data-informed decisions, and advise on cross-platform deal negotiations.
• Foster a collaborative team environment and contribute to overall company goals.

Skills, Experience, and Requirements:

• Proven experience in leadership positions in digital and media ad sales, preferably within the Nordic region.
• Highly proactive with exceptional ability to strategically innovate and drive new business opportunities.
• Strong business acumen with an understanding of financial forecasting and metrics.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including interaction with C-suite executives.
• Ability to create and present high-quality materials to senior leaders concisely and impactfully.
• Deep understanding of the evolving digital media landscape, including key Nordic broadcasters, streaming platforms, and AVOD players.
• Proven skills in digital TV advertising, driving results through industry know-how and platform-specific strategies.
• Structured and organized mindset, capable of managing complex projects and prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Experienced in reporting and skilled in PowerPoint, delivering structured and impactful presentations.
• Strong team player with the ability to work in a diverse and global matrix organization.
• Background in Senior Commercial or Ad Sales roles, with an interest in new challenges within the Nordic commercial landscape, is a strong advantage.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future growth of our company in the Nordics. If you are a proactive and strategic thinker with a passion for Distribution and Ad Sales (Digital and Traditional), we encourage you to apply.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

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