Strategy Lead, Goldin

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About the team and the role:

Goldin, an eBay company, is the top tier collectibles marketplace platform, with millions of customers globally. Our mission is to be the most trusted destination for collectors of trading cards, memorabilia, comics, video games and more.  

To accomplish this, we always put collectors first and hire the very best to join our team. Goldin would not be what it is today without our outstanding employees — from consignment directors to customer support and everyone in between. We take great pride in hiring and developing top talent who can add to our culture and believe in our mission and vision. Goldin is an exciting opportunity to work in a growing market—and have a lot of fun doing it. 

The Strategy lead will be the leader responsible for the design and execution of a long-term strategy for Goldin. This includes leaning in to lead existing strategic initiatives and working hands-on to identify and lead net new investment activities.

What you will accomplish:

• Responsible for driving the development of a data-driven long-term vision and strategy for Goldin
• Analyzes/models projects and develops presentation materials for leadership approval of strategy with grounded justification
• Develops materials that effectively communicate insights and recommendations
• Ensures the objectives are aligned with the critical initiatives of the business by working with key partners in the business
• Owns, drives and manages a planning process for resourcing and delivery of long-term vision and strategy
• Plans and co-ordinates the roadmap and capabilities to achieve the long-term vision and strategy
• Manages the roadmap and stays on top of key dates as well as their movement
• Delivers process design for special projects as they arise
• Builds credibility with business partners to gain support for analysis and recommendations

What you will bring:

• Passion for developing strategies for a two-sided online retailer
• Passion for the Hobby with a keen focus on monitoring and designing leading customer-first digital experiences
• Ability to build out cases for executive approval by working with internal stakeholders, and developing business case from research and financial evaluation
• Finance exposure and P&L management a plus
• Ability to analyze data and develop initiatives to create compelling and grounded strategic proposals
• Bring order to ambiguous situations, taking on challenges with high visibility, and bringing others on the journey
• Untangling sophisticated processes, crafting strategic roadmaps, and telling compelling stories
• Executive-level verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to tell a compelling story backed by data
• High degree of ownership, strong project management skills, and dedication to results

• Organized problem solver who balances attention to detail with efficiency 
• Outstanding attention to detail, follow-through, and resourcefulness
• Proven track record to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workload
• Shifts from detailed analysis to big picture strategy comfortably

• 10+ years of experience in an online marketplace, digital platform, or related e-commerce business 
• 5+ years in a collectibles or trading cards related business preferred  
• 5+ years of experience in Management Consulting, M&A or strategic partnerships capacity preferred
• BA/BS required, MBA or similar graduate degree preferred 

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

$132,000 - $212,000

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.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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