Category Lead Apparel

Company: eBay
Company: eBay
Location: San Jose
Commitment: Full time
Posted on: 2023-05-03 04:30
Looking for a company that inspires passion, courage and creativity, where you can be on the team shaping the future of global commerce? Want to shape how millions of people buy, sell, connect, and share around the world? If you’re interested in joining a purpose driven community that is dedicated to crafting an ambitious and inclusive work environment, join eBay – a company you can be proud to be with.eBay Inc. is a global commerce leader that connects millions of buyers and sellers around the world. We exist to enable economic opportunity for individuals, entrepreneurs, businesses and organizations of all sizes.eBay’s strategic vision is to become the best global marketplace for buyers and sellers through a tech-led reimagination of the company. Looking for a passionate company that puts the customer at the heart of everything? A culture that encourages people to think big and be curious, to act with urgency and integrity and to be fearlessly inclusive? That’s who we are. If this sounds compelling, join eBay!The Team The Apparel team is part of the Global Fashion Organization which also includes Clothing, Shoes, Accessories, Preloved & Outlet inventory. We partner with our global product & technology teams, and local marketing teams to develop, build and deliver a differentiated proposition.The RoleWe have an exciting opportunity for a Head of the Fashion Category to lead this growing area for eBay and play a pivotal role in owning and driving the growth for your area of the business. As part of the Fashion management team, you will create new and better ways for the organization to be successful, ensuring the focus is aligned with our goals and DNA.Key responsibilities: Develop innovative programs and to implement growth strategies, manage seller behavior and maximize operational efficiency to position eBay as the best place for buyers to buy and sellers to sell excellent productsLead and develop the category, including strategy definition, operational cadences (insights, reporting, trading) and key relationshipsIdentify and source relevant and market leading inventory to support execution of strategy and ensure eBay is the most competitive site to find great valuePlan and execute cross-organizational projects to strengthen eBay’s competitivenessOwn and cultivate the relationship with key sellers, brands, and retailers within the portfolio and in line with the category strategyBuild, advance, and close a strong sales pipeline to acquire, grow and retain sellers, partners and brands selling on eBayDevelop annual strategy and quarterly commercial plansLead and influence in a matrix environment, building strong relationships with a range of internal teams including Finance, Marketing, Operations, Legal and PeopleGrow and inspire the individuals in your team to successful drive business results whilst crafting a team environment of trust, collaboration, motivation, and funRequirements: A strong background in a digital B2C or C2C environment, ideally in e-commerce, or a consumer facing online platform, plus previous experience and / or a keen interest in Fashion, Shoes & Accessories, particularly in Preloved.Validated experience of budget / P&L ownership and deliveryStrong executive presence and ability to communicate clearly and simply. Ease with executive-level interactions - ability to distill complex business issues and strategies to highlight insights and measurable recommendations in a concise and persuasive manner.Strong people leadership skills, confident in providing mentoring and leadership from junior to senior members of the team.Ability to articulate vision and purpose for the initiatives and programs as it relates to long-term goals and objectivesProven track record of strategic planning and execution, taking a project from idea to full implementation in a large complex organizationStrong structured thinking and communication skills plus commercial awareness partnered with a strategic mindsetYou will also have a sense of integrity, commercial agility, strategy, operational maturity, and accountabilityBenefits are an essential part of your total compensation for the work you do every day. Whether you’re single, in a growing family, or nearing retirement, eBay offers a variety of comprehensive and competitive benefit programs to meet your needs. Including maternal & paternal leave, paid sabbatical, and plans to help ensure your financial security today and in the years ahead because we know feeling financially secure during your working years and through retirement is important.Here at eBay, we love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies. So, being diverse and inclusive isn’t just something we strive for, it is who we are, and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you feel eBay is a place where, no matter who you are, you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to bring your unique self to work. To learn about eBay’s Diversity & Inclusion click here: https://www.ebayinc.com/company/diversity-inclusion/The pay range for this position at commencement of employment in California, Washington, or New York City is expected in the range below.$144,000 - $216,150Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a target bonus and restricted stock units (as applicable) in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.eBay Inc. 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.  If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talent@ebay.com.  We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible. 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