Global Infrastructure Program Manager

Job description

**_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**
As a Global Infrastructure Program Manager in the Warner Bros.

Discovery Media Platform Operations (MPO) organization, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of technical infrastructure programs across the enterprise that will transform the company’s global IT infrastructure capabilities to a world-class level.

In this role, you will manage the strategy, planning, budget development, and execution of a portfolio of key MPO infrastructure projects including, but not limited to: network and infrastructure modernization; data facility build-outs, office relocations, consolidations and/or closures, etc.

**Your Role Accountabilities**

**_Program Management & Project Operations_**

+ Manage significant and unique infrastructure programs and workstreams of size and complexity
+ Responsible for overseeing all aspects of multi-year programs (Cloud Migration, Infrastructure Refreshes and Upgrade, Data Center Exits)
+ Participate in strategic planning for infrastructure programs
+ Lead the process of gathering project requirements and developing solutions
+ Assist management with special assignments, such as evaluating vendors, gathering/evaluating consultant proposals, or other responsibilities as requested

**_Stakeholder Relationship_**

+ Manages project communications and escalations
+ Coordinates and facilitates Operating Steering (OSC) and Executive Steering Committees (ESC)
+ Broker relationship between business and application groups to translate infrastructure requirements and scope definition
+ Guides MPO and Non-MPO team members on infrastructure planning and deployment strategies

**Qualifications & Experience**

+ 8+ years of experience of managing multiple technical, network and infrastructure related projects
+ Familiarity and knowledge of technical aspects of infrastructure components (network, servers, storage, cloud, data center, etc.)
+ Excellent written and verbal communication with all levels of technical and non-technical staff.
+ Able to establish goals and set clear expectations, prioritize activities, and follow through to completion.
+ Excellent interpersonal skills, including negotiation and problem resolution in a cross-functional team.
+ Able to drive the definition of project scope, develop detailed project plans, and facilitate the collection of engineering, operational, and business requirements.
+ Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
+ Able to clearly, concisely, and regularly communicate status, issues, and risks to project stakeholders.
+ Able to function effectively and consistently when faced with frequently changing and sometimes ambiguous goals.
+ Demonstrable experience of delivering projects on time and on budget.
+ Flexibility to work multiple shifts as needed to support project delivery.
+ Expertise in using project management methodologies and software, Jira, ServiceNow Portfolio Management, Smartsheet, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

**_Not Required but preferred experience:_**

+ Knowledge of and passion for media, entertainment, and technology industries (including
+ Bachelor’s Degree or similar work experience
+ PMP Certification a plus

**What’s in it for you**

+ Contract of employment
+ Hybrid work (3 days from the office, 2 days from home)
+ Benefits package: private medical care, life and accident insurance, MyBenefit cafeteria platform, sports card, social fund, retirement pension plan, Employee Referral Program
+ Free access to the HBO Max platform
+ Work-life balance initiatives: well-being platform, yoga, massages, educational webinars, Employee Support Program, film screenings organized by employees in the office cinema
+ Training and development: training platform, co-financing of English lessons, Employee Resource Groups, Engagement Club - the opportunity to develop your interests in thematic employee groups, online meetings with experts
+ CSR activities: volunteering, ecological and social initiatives
+ Access to parking spaces

Hybrid Working - This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model, that combines remote and in-office work, following our current company policy and to be agreed with your Line Manager.

Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.

**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.

**Championing Inclusion at WBD**

Warner Bros.

Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences.

Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page (https://careers.wbd.com/global/en/accessibility) for instructions to submit your request.

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