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Company OverviewEvery great story has a new beginning. We're excited to announce that Discovery and WarnerMedia have combined to become Warner Bros. Discovery. WBD is a premier global media and entertainment company offering audiences the world’s most differentiated and complete portfolio of content, brands and franchises across television, film, sports, news, streaming and gaming. We’re home to the world’s best storytellers, creating world-class products for consumers. From brilliant creatives to technology trailblazers and beyond, join us as we step into the next chapter.LOCATION: Atlanta/Knoxville/WarsawThe Job:The Project Management Office (PMO) Lead will hold a key leadership position within the GBS Strategy & Transformation Organization. This role will be responsible for the overall project management of the initial set-up of the multi-functional GBS organization. In addition, the role is responsible for developing monitoring, reporting, and overseeing projects within the GBS organization. This role will involve working globally with internal and external key stakeholders e.g., GBS, retained WBD organizations and outsource partners.The DailyLeverage best practices to develop multi-functional PMO methodology and playbook
Planning end-to-end execution of projects across multiple functions and global locations
Creating project plans and documents to outline project expectations, scope, schedule, and budget requirements
Ensuring projects are planned and executed to schedule, budget and scope
Ensuring staffing and infrastructure is in place to effectively execute projects
Keeping all parties involved with the projects updated on its progress
Spotting any project-related issues and risks and creating effective solutions to resolve them swiftly
Manage, train, and develop GBS PMO team across multiple global locations
The EssentialsMinimum 10 years of experience in a large multinational corporation with at least partof that time working or being associated in a global shared services organization
Minimum 7 years of experience leading large scale, global, high visibility projects
Successful track record of leading large scale global projects and development/delivery of complex solutions
Experience managing and developing teams across various global locations
Experience in negotiation skills and ability to summarize data to an executive audience
Combination of experience in both accounting ERP systems and management information systems
International experience required
Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or CertificationBachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Accounting, Technology, Human Resources) required
MBA preferred
Project Management qualification preferred
Knowledge/SkillsExcellent management, decision-making and interpersonal skills
Strong understanding of formal project management methodologies
Project management skills, with the ability to proactively manage a variety ofprojects and timelines; demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, and an ability to managemultiple assignments and deliverables
Strategic and pragmatic with the ability to carry an idea through execution
Strong planning, organization, and analytical skills
Attention to detail and accuracy as well as strong organizational skills
Results oriented mindset with a drive to achieve objectives
Strong ability to interact professionally (written and verbal) GBS Customers and all levels of WBD management and staff and outside vendors
Ability to assess and measure impact and to prioritize accordingly
Ability to work in a fast-paced matrixed environment
Proven ability to build confidence and trust with internal and external constituencies andhistory of providing excellent customer service
Strong management, training, and development experience and skills
Demonstrated ability to contribute to a culture of excellence, integrity, and accountability
Willingness and ability to travel internationally
The PerksExclusive WarnerMedia events and advance screenings
Paid time off every year to volunteer for eligible employees
Access to well-being tools, resources, and freebies
Access to in-house learning and development resources
Part of the WarnerMedia family of powerhouse brands
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, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at recruitadmin@warnermedia.com.
