• Job Description

  Req#: R0062966

  At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader — we’re changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We’re committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts.

  Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work — every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet.

  Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers — and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.

  About the team and the role:

  The eBay Category Trading Advisor plays a pivotal role in guiding and advancing both the business operations and commercial partnerships to enhance the growth of a specific category, in collaboration with a designated portfolio of UK sellers.

  The aim of this role is to actively guide sellers using our Pro-Trader programme to grow on eBay.co.uk This will be achieved by partnering with sellers on a 121 basis, understanding and implementing opportunities for business growth that have been mutually agreed upon.
  The successful individual in this role will adopt a strategic partnership with the sellers in their portfolio, gaining an in-dept knowledge of the seller’s business processes and strategies and using these to build a plan that will enable growth opportunities.

  What you will accomplish:

  • Lead and develop the operational and commercial relationship with allocated sellers, within the portfolio and in line with the category strategy
  • Proactive growth coaching of assigned accounts to review, identify and implement agreed scaling opportunities
  • Interpreting seller needs by understanding the motivations and challenges they experience, analyzing market trends, and leveraging buyer insights to create compelling value propositions that will create growth for your sellers
  • Identify and source relevant and market leading inventory to support execution of strategy and ensure eBay is the most competitive site for buyers to buy products in the assigned category.
  • Educate and influence sellers on adopting eBay’s suite of marketing and promotional tools, on key marketing campaigns through the calendar year (. i.e. Black Friday), and jointly plan a marketing calendar
  • Ensuring adherence to all policy, finance, and vetting process steps essential for maintaining the integrity, compliance, and operational efficiency of an organization.
  • Collaborate with relevant Category trading partners to schedule time in promotional areas on the eBay platform by strategic planning, clear communication, and a mutual understanding of marketing objectives to benefit the seller.

  What you will bring:

  • Demonstrate your experience in buying, trading or merchandising within an online retail or SMB (Small to Medium Business) environment, or to have specialised vertical knowledge or experience.
  • At least 2 years commercial or sales experience within a fast-paced targeted environment
  • Commercially focused and have a proven track record of achieving and surpassing targets by being adept at identifying and capitalizing on market opportunities to drive revenue growth and expand market share. Consistently surpasses performance targets through strategic planning and effective seller relationship management.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to provide strategic insights.
  • The ability to handle multiple tasks at a time while paying strict attention to detail
  • Ability to communicate to influence credibly and effectively at all levels of an organization
  • A natural relationship builder with integrity, reliability, and maturity
  • Excellent at time and project management skills
    

  There may be a requirement to travel and attend UK Seller events. Reasonable notice will be given, but sometimes this may not be possible, and shorter notice is provided.

  
  eBay Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Bonus Plan
  • 25 days Holidays
  • Educational Assistance
  • Healthcare Plan & Life Assurance
  • Pension Plan
  • Discounted Canteen
  • Free n-site Gym
  • Sabbatical every 5 years…. plus lots more!!

  Does this sound like the role for you? Apply now!
  
  

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• About the company

  9260 eBay Inc. is an American multinational e-commerce corporation based in San Jose, California, that facilitates consumer-to-consumer and business-to-consumer sales through its website.

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