Senior Strategy & Operations Lead

Who We Are 

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. 

TCGplayer, now a part of eBay, connects a global community of millions of buyers with tens of thousands of retailers in a $25B global collectible card game and collectible hobbyist space. We pride ourselves on a culture of inclusion that fosters camaraderie, embraces diversity, and exudes passion.  

The Strategy team acts as the compass of the organization, charting the course for the future growth and market leadership through insightful analysis, innovative thinking, and strategic planning. We identify, assess, and help drive strategic initiative that propel the company towards achieving its long-term goals, while we navigate the complexities of an ever-evolving business landscape. As a key member of the team, you will develop the annual plan, own and execute initiatives, improve operational efficiency, conduct in-depth research and analysis to provide recommendations to senior leadership. 

Who You Are 

• Have experience doing strategic planning and execution, ideally within eCommerce, marketplaces, or the collectibles industry 

• Want to work at a company that values inclusivity, innovation, and a commitment to the collectibles community 

• Is energized by the opportunity to drive cross-functional collaboration and lead initiatives that align with TCGplayer's goals and strategic priorities, fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and agility 

The Impact You Will Make Here 

• Support and influence the development of TCGplayer’s annual strategic plan, including facilitating workshops, conducting research, and synthesizing findings into strategic objectives and actionable plans 

• Lead market research and analysis to identify macro trends, industry trends, opportunities, and threats 

• Collaborate with key internal leaders cross-functionally, providing competitive and business insights, business case development, and project support to develop and execute strategic priorities 

• Develop strategic, analytical, and financial frameworks to create business cases that solve for critical business issues, and partnering with stakeholders to bring those insights to action 

• Demonstrate strong leadership and influence management skills, including the ability to challenge the status quo 

• Effectively communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences, including senior leadership 

What You Bring to the Team 

• Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Liberal Arts, Engineering or related field or equivalent experience. An MBA is a plus 

• 8+ years of experience in consulting, banking, private equity, corporate development, or strategy 

• A deep understanding of eCommerce, marketplaces, or collectibles 

• Intellectual curiosity and long-term sustained growth mindset 

• Bias to action with track record of getting results 

• A knack for modeling and data-driven decision-making 

• Comfort equally with 10,000 feet and on-the-ground perspectives 

• Influential approach to garner support and advocate for strategic direction & resources 

• High EQ and experience with C-level presentation and advocacy 

What We Provide