eBay Live Category Manager

eBay; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global ecommerce leader in Greater London is seeking a passionate Category Manager to join its eBay Live team. This role supports the growth of key categories by managing sellers, analyzing performance, and implementing strategies to drive engagement and sales. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in e-commerce, strong organizational skills, and a passion for live commerce. This position will offer a hybrid working model and fosters cross-functional collaboration in a vibrant team environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in account management, e‑commerce, or marketplace operations.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Analytical problem solver with comfort using dashboards and Excel/Tableau reports.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations and strategy for your assigned category.
• Partner with sellers to improve event performance and engagement.
• Track GMV, seller health, and buyer retention metrics via dashboards.
• Coordinate category programming — scheduling and promotions.
• Help identify and onboard new sellers through collaboration.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Analytical problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Passion for live commerce

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Job description

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.

Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers — and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.

About the Team and Role

eBay Live is reinventing how people shop - merging live entertainment, community, and commerce into one experience. Sellers host interactive live-streams where buyers watch, chat, and purchase instantly. eBay Live connects collectors, enthusiasts, and entrepreneurs in real time across categories like Fashion, Collectibles, Luxury, and Refurb.

We’re looking for a Category Manager to join the eBay Live team. You’ll support the growth of one of eBay Live’s key categories by helping manage sellers, analyse performance, and implement programming that drives engagement and sales.

In this role, you’ll work side by side with Business Development, Account Management, Marketing and Programming to help develop category strategy, strengthen seller performance, and deliver high-quality live experiences.

What You Will Accomplish

• Support day-to-day operations and strategy for your assigned category.
• Partner with sellers to improve event performance, consistency, and engagement.
• Track GMV, seller health, and buyer retention metrics via dashboards and reports.
• Coordinate category programming — scheduling, promotions, and tentpole events.
• Help identify and onboard new sellers through collaboration with BD.
• Maintain internal trackers, recaps, and performance reviews for your vertical.

Who You Will Bring

• 1–3 years of experience in account management, e‑commerce, or marketplace operations.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Analytical problem solver with comfort using dashboards and Excel/Tableau reports.
• Creative problem‑solver who enjoys working cross‑functionally.
• Passionate about live commerce, storytelling, and helping sellers succeed.

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