Category Lead — eBay Live Germany

Stellenbeschreibung:

Overview

In this role, you own a portfolio within eBay Live Germany, shaping strategy and performance to accelerate growth. You will lead cross-functional execution, develop a market-ready playbook, and drive commercial outcomes with data-driven decisions. You’ll build and mentor a high-performing team and manage forecasting, KPIs, and leadership reporting. This is a hands-on leadership role in a nascent live commerce space, offering meaningful impact on growth, supplier relationships, and buyer experience. You’ll operate as the true business owner and partner across functions.

Verantwortungsbereiche

Own category portfolio end-to-end: strategy, GMV, commercial performance, seller/buyer health, programming and execution
Set strategy, run experiments, and prioritize initiatives across supply, demand, inventory, programming, and buyer experience
Build and grow a high-performing team with coaching and clear accountability
Own performance management and reporting: forecasting, KPI management, leadership reviews, data-driven narratives
Lead commercially and negotiate growth: manage relationships with strategic sellers/partners and negotiate high-impact agreements
Drive cross-functional alignment: partner with Seller Growth, Programming, Marketing, Product, Operations to deliver outcomes

Zentrale Anforderungen

6–10 years of experience owning and growing a business, category, or commercial portfolio
Experience in marketplaces, e‑commerce, live/social commerce, strategy, or commercial leadership
Commercially sophisticated with strong negotiation and ROI discipline
Proactive, curious builder who thrives in nascent spaces and adapts quickly
Proven people leader with coaching, ownership, and talent development
Data-driven, operationally rigorous with forecasting and executive-ready reporting
Exceptional cross-functional leader and influencer with senior stakeholder relationships
Fluent in German and English