Director of Cost of Payments & Platform Strategy, eBay
$176.8-282.7k
Leading online marketplace
Job no longer available
Leading online marketplace
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
$176.8-282.7k
1001+ employees
Company mission
To connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.
Role
Who you are
- Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and analytical prowess, with the ability to generate insights and recommendations on financial services topics
- Expertise in Cost of Payments and Payments Optimization, providing strategic recommendations for eBay Financial Services
- Strong skills in structured thinking and problem-solving, with a creative approach to strategic business challenges
- Exceptional executive presence and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex strategies for diverse audiences
- Proven leadership experience in mentoring and empowering strategy teams to achieve key initiatives
- Ability to foster cross-functional collaboration in a matrixed environment
- Comfort in fast-paced, dynamic settings, with the ability to manage ambiguity effectively
- Collaborative teammate with a strong track record of leadership
- Minimum of 10 years of professional experience, including 2-3 years at a top strategy consulting or financial services firm
- Expertise in technology, particularly in e-commerce, payments, cost of payments, and/or FinTech
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent experience preferred
What the job involves
- We are seeking a seasoned leader to join our team as the Director of Cost of Payments & Platform Strategy & Insights
- In this pivotal role, you will spearhead cross-functional projects focused on Payments Platform Operations and Cost of Payments Optimization across eBay's payment methods, acquirers, and the broader payments ecosystem
- Your analytical expertise and deep understanding of payments will position you as the key liaison between Strategy, Finance, Partnerships, and other cross-functional teams
- You will have the opportunity to influence eBay’s payments platform, shape the cost of payments strategy, and drive the strategic direction of financial services globally at eBay
- Strategy Development: Craft and implement strategies for the payments platform and cost optimization to enhance eBay’s market differentiation
- Thought Leadership: Provide expert insights and develop innovative solutions to complex business challenges. Offer comprehensive knowledge in payments economics and market propositions to support solution and product teams
- Business Insights: Apply market knowledge and analytical skills to identify, prioritize, and solve exciting business problems through data-driven insights
- Market and Competitive Analysis: Generate market intelligence on industry trends, including technology, competitors, and regulatory changes, and advise on their strategic implications
- Team Leadership: Mentor and lead a dynamic strategy, operations, and insights team to deliver critical initiatives effectively
- Communication: Develop compelling executive level presentations and deliver them to senior leadership, clearly articulating strategic recommendations
- Strategic Planning: Contribute to the long-term strategy for payments and financial services, ensuring alignment with product and service offerings and capabilities
Our take
Founded in 1995 as an online auction platform primarily catering to collectibles, eBay quickly emerged as a pioneer in connecting buyers and sellers in the digital realm. This early success propelled eBay to become to globally recognized leader it is today.
In the present landscape, eBay competes with industry giants like Amazon within the C2C eCommerce sector. However, eBay distinguishes itself by fostering an environment where businesses can cultivate and promote their brands on the platform, offering a tailored, community-driven experience for both sellers and buyers. By championing small businesses, eBay attracts sellers and socially conscious consumers, positioning itself in stark contrast to Amazon's corporate image.
The rising consumer interest in sustainability has presented economic opportunities for eBay, particularly as younger demographics gravitate toward purchasing pre-owned items. in response, eBay has directed its marketing efforts toward Gen Z customers and formed partnerships with cultural phenomena like Love Island, further solidifying its appeal among contemporary audiences.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
13% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive health and wellness program designed to meet your unique needs.
- We strive to provide programs that help support both mind and body, including quality healthcare insurance, wellness programs and preventative care.
- Stock Purchase Plans
- Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
- Stock Awards
- Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
- Credit Union Memberships
- Balancing work & life - eBay believes in providing you with the opportunity to be your best self in your professional and personal life. In addition to supporting flexible workstyles including hybrid and remote, eBay offers 4 weeks of paid sabbatical time for every 5 years of service
- Giving back to our community - We provide our employees around the globe with opportunities to have a positive impact on their local communities. Through the eBay Foundation, our company matches donations to eligible nonprofits up to $10,000 per employee per year. And our employee-led volunteer groups organize local giving and volunteering activities throughout the world
Company HQ
Greylands, San Jose, CA
Leadership
Jamie Iannone
(CEO)Studied at Princeton and Stanford University. Held executive roles at Walmart, Barnes & Noble, and The Children's Place, before becoming CEO of eBay in April 2020.
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