VP, Product, Retail

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. Location This role can be based in the UK   (Leavesden) or US (Los Angeles   or   New York )   Your New Role Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Retail - Global Experiences, the Vice President, Product, Retail is a global leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering the product strategy across Buying, Merchandising, Design, and Product Compliance for the Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Global Experiences division. The role leads the end‑to‑end retail product ecosystem across studio tours, flagship stores, pop‑ups, e‑commerce and Location Based Entertainment, translating iconic Warner Bros. Discovery franchises & IP into commercially successful, brand‑authentic consumer products that elevate the guest experience.

Accountabilities Buying & Merchandising Lead development of strategies for buying, merchandising and assortment across standalone retail, ecommerce and exit retail for tours, exhibitions and attractions aligned to overall retail strategy. Craft and direct bespoke product strategies by channel; recognizing distinct guest mindsets, dwell times, price   sensitivity   and conversion dynamics. Define frameworks for exclusive,   limited-edition   and   venue specific   product creation that drive differentiation, urgency,   collectability   and attachment.    Partner closely with Design to commission and deliver   custom ‑ built   product ranges unique to Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences.   Establish global assortment architectures while enabling geo - specific ranges reflecting local consumer behavior, culture, pricing architecture, size curves, IP   relevance   and regulatory needs. Lead merchandise planning, demand forecasting, open - to - buy and SKU productivity across permanent locations and timebound touring experiences. Drive revenue, margin, sell - through and inventory efficiency using performance analytics, guest insight and postexperience data. Design & Product Development Oversee global design and product development teams to translate franchise storytelling into high‑quality, immersive and commercially viable product ranges. Ensure creative excellence while balancing speed‑to‑market, cost discipline, quality and scalability across global markets. Product Compliance & Quality Define policies and processes to manage global product compliance, safety, testing and ethical sourcing standards. Partner closely with Legal, EHS, Supply Chain, and third‑party testing bodies to mitigate risk, ensure market readiness and protect brand integrity across all territories. Leadership & Collaboration Build, inspire, and lead high-performing teams across Buying, Merchandising, Design, and Compliance. Including Direct Reports at Director and Senior Director level. Partner closely with Franchise, Licensing, Marketing, Retail Operations, and external licensees, fostering a culture that balances creative ambition with commercial and operational rigor. Collaborate across the Retail leadership team, ensuring close connection and understanding of Retail Operations, Retail. Qualifications & Experience Essential Extensive, senior leadership experience in global retail product, buying, or merchandising, including major