Global VP, Product & Retail — Immersive IP Experiences

Warner Bros. Discovery; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Annual bonuses

Paid holidays

Job summary

Warner Bros. Discovery in New York is seeking a Vice President, Product, Retail to shape and deliver the product strategy across buying, merchandising, design, and product compliance for Global Experiences.

This global leader will drive end-to-end retail across studio tours, flagship stores, pop-ups, e-commerce and location-based experiences, translating franchises into brand-authentic consumer products that elevate guest experiences.

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 track record of profitable, IP-led retail.
• Experience leading large, multidisciplinary teams across North America, EMEA & APAC.
• Deep understanding of global product safety, testing and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead buying, merchandising and assortment strategies across standalone retail, ecommerce and exit retail for tours, exhibitions and attractions aligned to overall retail strategy.
• Define frameworks for exclusive, limited-edition and venue specific product creation that drive differentiation and attach.
• Partner with Design to develop custom-built product ranges unique to Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences.
• Establish global assortment architectures with geo-specific ranges reflecting local consumer behavior and regulatory needs.
• Drive revenue, margin, sell-through and inventory efficiency using performance analytics and guest insights.
• Build and lead high-performing teams across Buying, Merchandising, Design, and Compliance.

Skills

Senior leadership

Global retail

Merchandising strategy

Product development

IP-led retail

Job description

Warner Bros. Discovery in New York is seeking a Vice President, Product, Retail to shape and deliver the product strategy across buying, merchandising, design, and product compliance for Global Experiences.

This global leader will drive end-to-end retail across studio tours, flagship stores, pop-ups, e-commerce and location-based experiences, translating franchises into brand-authentic consumer products that elevate guest experiences.