Collectibles Category Manager

23 Minutes ago • 7 Years +

Product Management

Job Description

As a Collectibles Category Manager at eBay, you will drive growth and innovation across various Collectibles categories like Trading Cards, Coins, and Toys. This role involves owning the category's vision and execution, collaborating cross-functionally to optimize buyer and seller journeys, identifying growth opportunities, and strengthening eBay's leadership in the Collectibles market. You will assess the competitive landscape, analyze market trends, and develop strategic relationships to enhance offerings for collectors.

Must Have:

Drive strategy and optimization for Collectibles category.
Analyze market trends and data to identify growth opportunities.
Collaborate with teams on seller acquisition, inventory, and marketing.
Develop strategic relationships with industry players.
Strengthen eBay’s presence in the collector community.
Monitor and report on key category metrics.
7+ years experience in category management, e-commerce, or related fields.
Strong expertise or passion for Collectibles, especially Pokémon Trading Cards.
Experience buying/selling trading cards on platforms.
Proven success in project management and business growth.
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills.
Data-driven mindset with strong analytical skills.
Fluent in French and English (oral and written).

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About the role

As the leading Collectibles marketplace in the world, our mission is to be the most loved destination for collectors of trading cards, memorabilia, toys, comics, coins, and more. To accomplish this, we put our collectors first and innovate tirelessly to optimize experiences across our platform.

Are you a passionate collector of Pokémon cards? Do terms like “holo 1st edition” or “PSA/PCA” resonate with you? If so, this role could be for you!

We are seeking a proactive and strategic Collectibles Category Manager to drive growth and innovation across eBay’s Collectibles categories (eg Trading Cards, Coins, Toys, etc.). You will own the category’s vision and execution, working cross-functionally to shape the buyer and seller journey, identify growth opportunities, and strengthen eBay’s leadership in Collectibles.

Key Responsibilities

Drive strategy development, execution, and continuous optimization for the Collectibles category.
Assess the French competitive landscape, market trends, and eBay’s internal data to identify supply and demand challenges, uncover opportunities, and define actionable plans.
Collaborate with global and local teams on seller acquisition and account management, inventory expansion, tailored marketing initiatives, as well as trust-building measures to deliver a seamless buyer/seller experience.
Develop strategic relationships with industry players to enhance services and offerings for Collectibles buyers and sellers.
Strengthen eBay’s presence within the collector community and across social and digital channels.
Monitor, analyze, and report on key category metrics to measure success, inform decisions, and guide future initiatives.

Skills & Experience

7+ years of experience in category management, strategy, e-commerce, consulting, retail, or consumer tech.
Strong expertise or personal passion for Collectibles - particularly Trading Cards (Pokémon required).
First-hand experience buying or selling trading cards on eBay or competitor platforms.
Proven success in managing complex projects and driving business growth.
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills.
Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and reporting skills
Creative problem-solver and self-starter, comfortable working independently and cross-functionally.
Willingness to travel to industry events, partners, and eBay offices as needed.
Fluent in both French and English (oral and written).