Director, Content Acquisition
Req Id: 422226
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Summary
Are you a high-performing leader with a passion for innovation and results?
Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy collaborating with internal teams and external partners to deliver exceptional customer experiences?
If you're looking to take the next big step in your career, this is the role for you!
Bell TV's Content team is seeking a strategic and analytical Director, Content Acquisition to lead its efforts in sourcing, negotiating, and packaging television content for Bell TV and its digital platforms. Reporting to the Vice President of Distribution, Subscription Sales, and Partnerships, you will lead a team of 15 professionals and shape Bell's content strategy while delivering on key financial objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of 15 content professionals, overseeing:
- Negotiating content rights with external partners.
- Financial analysis, forecasting, and cost management.
- Contract administration and rights management.
- TV packaging strategy and execution.
- Drive delivery of financial goals by optimizing content acquisition and strategy.
- Partner effectively with internal stakeholders (regulatory, legal, product, marketing, finance, IT, and operations) to deliver both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic initiatives.
- Cultivate and manage strong external relationships with content providers, ensuring competitive terms and access to top-tier content.
- Monitor market trends, industry shifts, and business analytics to inform strategic decision-making and communicate key insights to senior leadership.
Critical Qualifications
- University degree in Business or related field; MBA is an asset.
- Minimum 10+ years of experience in the telecommunications industry, with prior content acquisition expertise preferred.
- Strategic thinking and negotiation skills combined with the ability to simplify complex situations.
- Strong financial analytics expertise with a history of managing large budgets.
- Proven ability to establish and nurture external partnerships while building internal cross-functional alignment.
- Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to coach and develop high-performing teams.
- Results-driven mindset with the ability to meet objectives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Superior communication and presentation skills to summarize market trends and financials for executive leadership.
- Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
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Additional Information:
Position Type: Management
Job Status: Regular - Full Time
Job Location: Canada : Ontario : Toronto || Canada : Quebec : Montreal
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Application Deadline: 02/21/2025
For work arrangements that are 'Hybrid', successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.
Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.
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