Senior Contract Administrator, Syndication

Job Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Assists the Manager Clearances & Syndication Contracts and performs Contract Administrator functions. Duties include interfacing with various departments inside and outside of the division, supplying reports and providing information, as necessary.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: % OF TIME
1. Diligently monitor and compare WBDTD barter line-ups and program schedules reported by an outside collecting service and contact television stations via telephone or e-mail to resolve scheduling discrepancies. Will update database daily with WB one time only or permanent programming schedule changes. (25%)

2. Input and track Proposals (Field Orders) in our Stars system. (10%)

3. Complete New Contract Orders/Change Orders. (15%)

4. Analyze Nielsen's program line-ups weekly to determine if the program was correctly measured for possible reprocessing and to potentially correct the program's original rating. (5%)

5. Prepare fully executed e-mails for signed License Agreements and Amendments. (5%)

6. Responsible for following-up with station clients regarding unsigned License Agreements and Amendments (e.g., via e-mail or phone) to obtain signed documentation. (5%)

7. Assist with gathering time period and barter information from television stations and cable networks in preparation of the launch of First Run and Off-Network syndicated television programs. (20%)

8. Generate operation reports and notify various departments of sudden time period changes for WB syndicated product. (10%)

9. Maintains various records and files. Performs special tasks and projects as assigned. (5%)

Work Experience
• TV syndication or programming experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge/understanding of language and provisions in legal contracts strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of various system applications.
• Prior experience with SAP or other large ERP system preferred.
• Must have experience with handling/processing large volumes of data with excellent attention to detail, organizational, written and oral communication skills.
• Experience interacting daily with colleagues based in other countries / time zone a plus.

Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification
• BA/BS degree strongly preferred.

Knowledge/Skills
• Must have excellent attention to detail, with accurate input and proofing skills.
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills.
• Must have excellent attention to detail, with accurate input and proofing skills.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Microsoft Word & Adobe are required.
• Knowledge of contractual clauses and how they affect properly constructed contracts.
• Must have ability to quickly learn new applications in a complex Enterprise-wide environment.
Other Requirements
Must have the ability to:
• Communicate effectively & tactfully with individuals of all levels.
• Work collaboratively within the department, across the function and with external stakeholders.
• Autonomously and resourcefully, deliver high-quality, high-impact work, end-to-end.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced, demanding environment while effectively meeting deadlines.
• Coordinate multiple projects at the same time.
• Interact in a professional environment with a culturally diverse staff in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Work reasonable overtime, if necessary.

Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time.

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