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General Manager, Japan
General Manager, Japan
Summary
The General Manager, Japan at Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing all the Non-Theatrical operations and for driving the growth of multiple business units in Japan.
Category
Project Manager
Location
Japan
Time Period
Full Time
Posted Date
Mar 12, 2024
Start Date
N/A
End Date
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Job Description
The General Manager, Japan at Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing all the Non-Theatrical operations and for driving the growth of multiple business units in Japan.
The business units include Home Entertainment, Digital & TV Licensing, Consumer Products, Japanese Anime Production, Games, the Franchise business and the Pay TV channel Networks for the Japan market. Theatrical and Motion Picture operations report directly to Burbank, LA.
The position also plays a key role to launch the digital streaming services in Japan in the future. The position is required to develop and execute a strategy to maximize synergies across all business units, working together with the other WBD business units operating in Japan, such as Theatrical & Local Production and the Harry Potter Studio Tour. This role requires exceptional business acumen, deep industry knowledge and a track record of success in the media and entertainment sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the business strategy aligned with the company's overall goals, driving growth, increasing market share, and profitability in the Japan operations.
- Operations Management: Oversee all aspects of the Japan operations in Home Entertainment, Digital & TV Licensing, Consumer Products, Japanese Anime Production, Games, the Franchise business and Pay TV channel Networks for the Japan market, including content distribution, sales, marketing, programming, and partnerships, ensuring operational excellence and delivering on financial targets.
- Revenue Generation: Drive revenue growth through the development and execution of innovative sales and distribution strategies, identifying new business opportunities, and cultivating key client relationships.
- Market Expansion: Identify and evaluate potential markets and partnerships for expansion within Japan , driving market penetration and expanding WBD's footprint.
- Talent Development: Build and lead a diverse team of high-performing executives, creating one culture, fostering a sense of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Develop and mentor talents to maximize their potential and contribute to the company's success.
- Industry Relationships: Establish and nurture strategic relationships with key stakeholders, including industry partners, content creators, IP holders, TV broadcasters, advertisers, and regulatory bodies, to enhance WBD's presence and influence in the market.
- Brand Management: Ensure consistent brand positioning and messaging across business units in Japan market, driving brand awareness, loyalty, and affinity among consumers.
- Financial Management: Oversee the budget, financial planning and reporting, ensuring effective resource allocation, cost control, and adherence to financial targets.
- Market Insights: Stay abreast of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscape, providing insights and recommendations to senior management to inform decision-making.
- Compliance and Ethics: Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies, promoting a culture of integrity and ethical conduct throughout the organization.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
- Proven track record of executive leadership in the media and entertainment industry, ideally with experience in content marketing & distribution, broadcasting, or digital media.
- Extensive knowledge of the media landscape, including market dynamics, consumer trends and regulatory environment.
- Strong business acumen with a demonstrated ability to drive revenue growth, profitability, and market expansion.
- Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex challenges and make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent leadership and people management abilities, with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams
- Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience in managing large budgets and achieving financial targets.
- Strong understanding of digital media, emerging technologies, and their impact on the media industry.
- Cultural appreciation of Japan, APAC and international business settings to lead teams and forge business partnerships, is very helpful.
- Fluency in both Japanese and English.
Key Stakeholders
This role works in close collaboration with the company’s global functions across Theatrical, Streaming, Programming, Studio Tour and Corporate function, developing the market specific strategies to drive growth and efficiencies.
Job Type
Full Time
Weekly Limit
N/A
Shift
Day
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