Global Retail Product & Experiences Leader

Warner Bros. Discovery; Leavesden; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Warner Bros. Discovery is seeking a Vice President, Product, Retail to shape the global product strategy across Buying, Merchandising, Design and Compliance for the Global Experiences division.

The role oversees the end-to-end retail product ecosystem for studios tours, flagship stores, pop-ups, e-commerce and location-based entertainment, translating IP franchises into commercially viable products to elevate guest experience.

Qualifications

• Extensive, senior leadership experience in global retail product, buying, or merchandising.
• Proven executive oversight of Buying, Merchandising, Design and Product Compliance at scale.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of driving profitable, IP-led retail businesses.
• Experience leading large, multidisciplinary teams across North America, EMEA & APAC.
• Deep understanding of global product safety, testing, regulatory standards and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead buying, merchandising, and assortment strategies across channels and venues.
• Direct bespoke product strategies by channel and ensure geo-specific ranges reflect local demand.
• Define global frameworks for exclusive and limited-edition products for venues.
• Partner with Design to deliver custom ranges tied to Warner Bros. Discovery brands.
• Oversee global design, product development, and ensure quality, cost discipline, and scalability.
• Define policies for product compliance, safety, testing and ethical sourcing.

Skills

Senior leadership

Global retail product

Buying & Merchandising

Executive oversight

Commercial acumen

Job description

Warner Bros. Discovery is seeking a Vice President, Product, Retail to shape the global product strategy across Buying, Merchandising, Design and Compliance for the Global Experiences division.

The role oversees the end-to-end retail product ecosystem for studios tours, flagship stores, pop-ups, e-commerce and location-based entertainment, translating IP franchises into commercially viable products to elevate guest experience.