Retail Manager

WeTheHobby; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

WeTheHobby, a growing collectibles and sports media company, is expanding its footprint through a shop-in-a-shop concept at a major retailer in Philadelphia. You will help curate an unmatched educational and entertaining experience for collectors visiting the shop, sharing knowledge with enthusiasm and a genuine interest in The Hobby.

Join a team focused on revenue expansion, customer trust, and brand reputation in a dynamic retail setting.

Job description

WeTheHobby is aleadingcollectiblesand sport mediacompany with global reach,partneringcloselywith companiessuch as:Topps,Wizardsof The Coast/Hasbro,Upper Deck,ThePokémonCompanyandMORE -deliveringpremiumin-person and digital experiencesfor collectors from all walks of life.

We value creativity, diversity, innovation, dedication, and our communities.

Now,WeTheHobbyis coming toYOURcommunityto buildour roster

Our work environment includesstrongupward mobilityopportunities, ateam that cares about one another, and a welcoming and inclusive culture.

WeTheHobbyhaspartnered with a big-box retailer tobe partofanindustry-changing“shop-in-a-shop”concept at their Philadelphia, PAlocation.Our teamwilloperatewithinour retail partnerstoresfocusedsolely oncuratingan unmatchededucational andentertainingexperience forallwho visitourshop.

The modelyou will execute issuccessfultodayat our flagshipsportscardlounge in Rochester, NY. As a benefitto the position,you will spend acompany-sponsored“training camp”weekatourthoughtfully designed space where collectorsshop, learn, and connect(not just buy).You’lllearn aboutwho we are, what wedoand why we do itwith a relentless focus onthe customerexperience. More importantly,our training camp will prepare youto be a part ofourchampionship-levelteam.

Since ourinceptionin 2021,WeTheHobbyhas grown dramatically (and profitably) with over 250 full-time staff and 750,000+ followers across our social and marketplace channels. Weoperateat the intersection of entertainment, sports, and eCommerce, revolutionizing the way fans engage with sports cards. If you thrive in sales-driven environments and understand the power of entertainment to drive commerce, this is the role for you!

See us in action on Whatnot: https://www.whatnot.com/user/wethehobby

See us in action on Fanatics Live: https://www.fanatics.live/shops/www.fanatics.live/shops/we-the-hobby

Find us on social: @wethehobby (Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, Facebook)

About the role

Weare a team of energetic, motivated and engaging sales professionals that are focused on raising the bar in sports, collectibles, and entertainment.This new team will directlyinfluence revenue expansion, customer trust, and brand reputation.The opportunities for growth with WeTheHobby beyond this initial draft position are endless!

The ideal candidate has a passion for, and knowledge of “The Hobby” (collectibles/trading cards) that they enjoy sharing with others. They possess a muscle of customer-curiosity, or a