Sr. Manager Strategy, TCGplayer

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:

TCGplayer connects hobbyists and hobby businesses to communities. We relentlessly improve the exchange of things and thoughts that fuel passions, providing the most compelling destination and tools for collectible card game enthusiasts and professional sellers! TCGplayer, now a part of eBay, promotes and drives growth of our products and services by connecting a global community of millions of buyers with tens of thousands of sellers in a $25B global collectible hobby market.

TCGplayer’s Strategy Team is the compass of the organization, charting the course for future growth and market leadership through insightful analysis, innovative thinking, and strategic planning. We identify, assess, and help drive critical initiatives that propel the company towards achieving its long-term goals, while navigating the complexities of an ever-evolving business landscape. Our team prides itself on a culture that champions camaraderie, embraces diversity, and exudes passion!

What you will accomplish:

• Develop, maintain, and socialize a comprehensive strategy and plan including high level financial modeling to focus resources, meet customer needs and deliver results for TCGplayer
• Lead the strategic decision-making processes and provide recommendations based on in-depth analysis and forecasting - this is focused on building balanced differentiation clearly aligned with meeting our customers’ top needs; this is as much about deciding what not to do as it is about deciding what to do.
• Support the development of challenging but achievable strategic initiatives and, when necessary, adjust to respond to changing market conditions and business priorities.
• Communicate strategic plans and insights effectively to stakeholders
• Partner with TCGplayer’s parent company, eBay, on broader strategic discussions

What you will bring:

• Strong bias to building sustainable outcomes.
• 10-12 years of proven experience, inclusive of 3 years in management consulting and 5 years in developing and implementing strategic initiatives.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to encourage and empower teams.
• Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, financial and storytelling abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate sophisticated ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Strong ability to implement with results and willingness to get involved and stay hands-on when necessary
• Proven experience working across teams to encourage constructive debate, build consensus and then focus and drive to execution.
• An MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.

The base pay range for this position is expected in the range below:

$108,400 - $186,400

Base 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.