eBay

Senior Category Manager, Hard Goods

London, England, United Kingdom

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Ecommerce, RetailIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have validated experience with growing responsibility as a business owner in an online retail or marketplace environment, experience negotiating win-win outcomes with third parties, and the ability to overcome ambiguity and incomplete data to drive category performance. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred, though not required.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Category Manager, you will drive category strategy to grow GMV, conversion rate, ASP/AOV, and Buyer & Seller CSAT, build a business plan optimizing against pricing, promotions, and assortment goals, recruit vital vendors/sellers, and be responsible for performance and business planning for top sellers, buyers, and third-party partners. You will also lead vertical, horizontal, and strategy execution, drive eBay onsite marketing and key event planning, communicate objectives and requests, and deliver strategies, reporting, and results weekly to the Category GM, while delivering regular executive read-outs and presentation updates.”} ID: 12345} Please contact the Talent Privacy Notice for information regarding how eBay handles your personal data collected when you use the eBay Careers website or apply for a job with eBay. eBay is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status.

Skills

Category Management
Ecommerce Strategy
Business Planning
Vendor/Seller Recruitment
Project Management
Merchandising
Marketing
Data Analysis
Category Growth
Cross-functional Leadership

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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