Category Manager (French Speaking)- UK

Whatnot; London; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is redefining e-commerce through a unique blend of community and entertainment. As part of a rapidly growing team, you will strategize to launch new categories and build vibrant seller communities. Your role will leverage data to drive strategic projects while fostering relationships with influencers and sellers in a dynamic marketplace. This opportunity offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, and a chance to be part of an innovative platform that connects communities through commerce.

Benefits

Flexible time off

Health insurance options

Remote work support

Monthly allowances for wellness

Family planning benefits

Retirement plans

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• 4+ years in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.
• Experience in business development or partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Launch and grow your category in France.
• Build relationships with influencers and organize events.

Skills

Business Development

Client Management

Strategic Thinking

Fluency in French

SQL Proficiency

Job description

Join the Future of Commerce with Whatnot!

Whatnot is the largest livestream shopping platform in North America and Europe, enabling users to buy, sell, and discover their favorite items. We are redefining e-commerce by blending community, shopping, and entertainment into a unique platform. As a remote, co-located team with hubs in the US, UK, Ireland, Poland, China, and Germany, we are building the future of online marketplaces—together.

Our marketplace offers a wide range of categories, including fashion, beauty, electronics, and rare collectibles like trading cards, comic books, and live plants, with live auctions for all interests.

We are experiencing rapid growth and are seeking bold, forward-thinking problem solvers across all functions. Stay updated with Whatnot's latest news on our blogs and join us to turn passions into businesses and connect communities through commerce.

Key Responsibilities

1. Launch your category in France: Strategize and execute plans to successfully establish and grow your category.
2. Create community moments: Build relationships with influencers, plan activations, and organize events that highlight your category's products and fandoms.
3. Build our seller community: Develop a pipeline of sellers, manage relationships, and advise on growth strategies to develop top sellers.
4. Leverage data and strategy: Use data to inform plans, track outcomes, and independently drive strategic projects across categories and partnerships.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in a fast-paced, client-facing environment such as strategy consulting, private equity, or a high-growth tech company.
• Experience in business development or partnerships.
• Fluent in French and English, with familiarity with the French market.
• Proven ability to build and execute pipelines of targets.
• Adaptability to fast-paced startup environments, with strategic and creative thinking skills.
• Passion for creator communities or expertise in categories like vintage clothing or collectibles.
• Experience at a high-growth startup, marketplace, or creator platform preferred.
• SQL proficiency is a plus.
• Experience in online marketplaces is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

£100,000 to £115,000 per year, plus benefits and equity. Final salary depends on experience and skills.

• Flexible time off and company holidays
• Health insurance options
• Remote work support and home office allowance
• Monthly allowances for phone, internet, wellness, and childcare
• Family planning benefits
• Retirement plans (401k in US, pension internationally)
• Product usage incentives
• Paid parental leave and gradual return to work

Location & Diversity

Applicants should be within commuting distance of our London hub. We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants regardless of race, gender, age, or background.

Application Process

Interested candidates can apply by submitting their details and resume through our application form, including optional demographic questions to support our diversity initiatives.