Partnerships Associate

Whatnot; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking dynamic individuals to join their remote team, redefining e-commerce through a unique blend of community and shopping. As a key player in the fastest-growing livestream shopping platform, you will engage with sellers, manage relationships, and drive marketing initiatives. This role offers a chance to shape the future of online marketplaces while working in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about community and commerce, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years of experience in a client-facing role.
• Strong project management skills and strategic ownership.

Responsibilities

• Become the go-to expert of your category and understand seller/buyer dynamics.
• Lead marketing initiatives to boost brand awareness and attract buyers.

Skills

Data Analytics

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Business Acumen

SQL

Job description

Join the Future of Commerce with Whatnot!

Whatnot is the largest livestream shopping platform in North America and Europe for buying, selling, and discovering the things you love. We are redefining e-commerce by blending community, shopping, and entertainment into a unique experience. As a remote, co-located team with hubs in the US, UK, Ireland, Poland, and Germany, we are building the future of online marketplaces—together.

Our platform features a wide range of categories, from fashion, beauty, and electronics to collectibles like trading cards, comic books, and even live plants. Our live auctions offer something for everyone.

And we're just getting started! As one of the fastest-growing marketplaces, we’re looking for bold, forward-thinking problem solvers across all functions. Check out the latest updates on our news and engineering blogs and join us as we enable anyone to turn their passion into a business and bring people together through commerce.

Responsibilities

1. Become the go-to expert of your category: Understand seller/buyer dynamics, community channels, influencers, and product nuances; be the face of Whatnot for your community.
2. Seller outreach and onboarding: Source and reach out to sellers, leverage social media and in-person events, and onboard groups of sellers by teaching them how to use the app.
3. Relationship management: Build and maintain strong relationships with sellers and strategic partners; collaborate on growth strategies and provide feedback on product improvements.
4. Marketing and growth: Lead marketing initiatives such as influencer campaigns to boost brand awareness and attract buyers.
5. Data analytics: Use basic SQL skills to derive insights, assess category growth, and identify areas for improvement to drive continuous iteration.

Minimum Requirements

• Passion for Whatnot’s mission and community needs.
• Up to 3 years of experience in a fast-paced, client-facing role, with a track record of working quickly and iteratively.
• Flexibility and adaptability in ambiguous environments.
• Strong project management skills and strategic ownership capabilities.
• Business acumen, analytical skills, and comfort with data manipulation to inform decisions.

Note: Candidates must be within commuting distance of our hubs in San Francisco, Los Angeles, or New York City.