Collectibles Category Manager at eBay

Paris, Île-de-France, France

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Ecommerce, CollectiblesIndustries

Requirements

7+ years of experience in category management, strategy, e-commerce, consulting, retail, or consumer tech
Strong expertise or personal passion for Collectibles - particularly Trading Cards (Pokémon required)
First-hand experience buying or selling trading cards on eBay or competitor platforms
Proven success in managing complex projects and driving business growth
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills
Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and reporting skills
Creative problem-solver and self-starter, comfortable working independently and cross-functionally
Willingness to travel to industry events, partners, and eBay offices as needed
Fluent in both French and English (oral and written)

Responsibilities

Drive strategy development, execution, and continuous optimization for the Collectibles category
Assess the French competitive landscape, market trends, and eBay’s internal data to identify supply and demand challenges, uncover opportunities, and define actionable plans
Collaborate with global and local teams on seller acquisition and account management, inventory expansion, tailored marketing initiatives, as well as trust-building measures to deliver a seamless buyer/seller experience
Develop strategic relationships with industry players to enhance services and offerings for Collectibles buyers and sellers
Strengthen eBay’s presence within the collector community and across social and digital channels
Monitor, analyze, and report on key category metrics to measure success, inform decisions, and guide future initiatives

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Category ManagementStrategy DevelopmentMarket AnalysisCompetitive AnalysisSeller AcquisitionAccount ManagementInventory ManagementMarketing InitiativesData AnalysisEcommerce Optimization

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience level is required for the Collectibles Category Manager role?

The role requires 7+ years of experience in category management, strategy, e-commerce, consulting, retail, or consumer tech.

What specific knowledge or passion is needed for collectibles?

Strong expertise or personal passion for Collectibles is required, particularly Trading Cards with Pokémon required, and first-hand experience buying or selling trading cards on eBay or competitor platforms.

What soft skills are important for this position?

Excellent communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills are needed, along with a data-driven mindset, strong analytical and reporting skills, and being a creative problem-solver and self-starter.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

eBay

Global online marketplace for buying and selling

About eBay

eBay is an online marketplace where individuals and businesses can buy and sell a wide range of products, including electronics, fashion, and collectibles. Users can list items for auction or use the 'Buy It Now' option for immediate purchases. eBay stands out from competitors with its vast selection, user-friendly interface, and strong buyer and seller protections, including free shipping on many items. The company's goal is to facilitate seamless transactions while generating revenue through transaction fees, advertising, and subscription services.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1995Year Founded

$6.5MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

Risks

Niche e-commerce platforms like StockX and Poshmark may draw away eBay's customers.

Social media platforms with shopping features could divert traffic from eBay.

Direct-to-consumer brands bypassing marketplaces may reduce eBay's seller base.

Differentiation

eBay offers a unique auction-style listing alongside 'Buy It Now' options.

The platform provides robust buyer and seller protections, enhancing trust in transactions.

eBay's vast product selection includes new, refurbished, and second-hand items.

Upsides

eBay's acquisition of GSI Commerce strengthens its position as a global commerce partner.

The rise of social commerce offers eBay opportunities to integrate social shopping features.

Increased focus on sustainability aligns with eBay's refurbished and second-hand product categories.

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