Director of Product Design
PhantomSalary not specified
Full Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
E-commerce, Livestream ShoppingIndustries
Requirements
- Not specified
Responsibilities
- Lead & Inspire: Guide and grow a team of designers, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence
- Design & Execute: Contribute hands-on to critical projects, setting the bar for craft and execution while mentoring others
- Strategic Thinking: Define and articulate a vision for how commerce should work on our platform, ensuring alignment with business and user needs
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, e-commerce teams, and other stakeholders
Skills
Product Design
UX Design
Design Leadership
Mentoring
Design Strategy
E-commerce Design
Cross-functional Collaboration
User Research
Team Management
Strategic Visioning
WhatNot
Online marketplace for authentic collectibles
About WhatNot
Whatnot.com operates as an online marketplace dedicated to collectibles, particularly focusing on items like Funkos and FiGPiNs. The platform ensures that every collectible listed is 100% authentic through a rigorous verification process that includes hand authentication, providing trust and security for both buyers and sellers. It caters to collectors and enthusiasts who seek a reliable space to buy and sell rare and exclusive items from popular franchises such as Marvel Comics and Star Wars. Whatnot.com distinguishes itself from competitors by charging low fees on sales and offering seller protection, which guarantees prompt and secure payments. The company's goal is to create a trusted environment for the growing community of collectible enthusiasts, facilitating safe and easy transactions for unique items.
Marina del Rey, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$728.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
501-1,000Employees
Benefits
Competitive base salary and stock options
Unlimited Vacation Policy and No Meeting Holidays
Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short term disability & Long term Disability
Work From Home Support
Up to $500 monthly to spend within Whatnot App
Care benefits
Risks
Increased competition from TikTok Shop may impact Whatnot's market share.
The collectibles market's volatility could affect Whatnot's sales and inventory.
Expansion into new categories may dilute Whatnot's specialized brand identity.
Differentiation
Whatnot offers a unique marketplace for 100% authenticated collectible items.
The platform integrates live shopping with entertainment, enhancing user engagement.
Whatnot's partnerships with major franchises like Marvel boost its market appeal.
Upsides
Whatnot's $265M funding round supports expansion and new product categories.
The platform's collaboration with PSA enhances trust through integrated authentication services.
Rising interest in live shopping among younger demographics drives Whatnot's growth.
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