Manager of Marketing Strategy & Operations, Wayfair
$99-110k
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A global online homeware marketplace
Open for applications
A global online homeware marketplace
1001+ employees
Open for applications
$99-110k
More information about location
1001+ employees
Company mission
To help everyone, anywhere create their feeling of home.
Role
Who you are
- 5+ years of professional experience in a strategic role such as corporate strategy, management consulting, business operations, or marketing strategy
- A Bachelor's, with a preference for a strong academic background in quantitative analysis, business strategy, or other related fields. An MBA is strongly preferred
- Exceptional business judgment with the ability to quickly synthesize complex information and develop actionable insights
- Proven experience in creating and delivering executive-level communications and presentations that drive alignment and decision-making
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical skills with a command of strategic and financial frameworks to contextualize marketing performance
- Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for tailoring messages to a variety of audiences
- Proficient with Slack, Notion, Asana, or similar collaboration tools
What the job involves
- Wayfair is redefining the home shopping experience, and our Marketing Strategy & Operations team is at the heart of that transformation
- This role is a unique opportunity to partner directly with senior marketing leaders, playing a crucial role in driving the strategic alignment and operational efficiency of a 400+ person global organization
- In this role, you'll be instrumental in shaping the narrative of our marketing successes, communicating our strategic vision to the highest levels of leadership, and optimizing our operational cadence to ensure we're always focused on what matters most
- You'll gain unparalleled visibility into all facets of Wayfair's business and have a tangible impact on our continued growth and market leadership
- Lead executive-level communications, translating complex marketing initiatives into clear, concise, and compelling narratives for Wayfair's C-suite and Board of Directors
- Drive operational excellence by assessing and improving planning processes, leading key business reviews, and facilitating a synchronized operating rhythm for the global marketing team
- Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, helping to define priorities, manage key initiatives, and ensure alignment across a diverse set of cross-functional partners
- Manage internal communication strategies to foster transparency and keep all teams informed on company strategy, key initiatives, and performance metrics
- Develop high-impact, data-driven materials for a variety of senior audiences, including business updates, planning briefs, and leadership announcements
Our take
Wayfair emerged in the early era of eCommerce with a mission to revolutionize online shopping, offering customers a convenient platform to purchase goods. Today, it stands as one of the foremost global players in the online furniture delivery industry, boasting an impressive inventory of over 33 million products.
Renowned for its extensive product range and comprehensive service offerings, Wayfair distinguishes itself by providing an end-to-end customer experience, from browsing to doorstep delivery. Despite its prominence, the company faces profitability challenges attributed largely to expansion expenses. Nonetheless, its solid presence in the competitive online homeware sector solidifies its position as a key contender.
With ambitious global expansion plans, Wayfair remains committed to maintaining its leadership in the industry. As it aspires to become the ultimate destination for all home needs, its more recent ventures into physical retail represent significant strides toward this overarching goal.
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Insights
-14% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company HQ
Prudential / St. Botolph, Boston, MA
Leadership
Niraj Shah
(Co-Founder & CEO)Studied Engineering at Cornell University before co-founding Spinners, a Boston-based IT services company. Previously acted as Entrepreneur in Residence for Greylock and has served as CEO of Wayfair since co-founding the company in 2002.
Steven Conine
(Co-Founder)Co-founded Spinners before working for Operations at iXL. Conine also co-founded Pillar VC in 2016.
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