Sr. Category Management, US P&A

eBay; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 144,400 - 192,800; Full time

Job summary

eBay’s US Parts & Accessories leadership role seeks a Sr. Category Manager to drive strategy and growth across the category, expanding inventory and optimizing the two-sided marketplace.

The candidate will collaborate with Product, Finance, and Sales to deliver an exceptional customer experience and achieve long-term cross-functional objectives.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in Category Management.
• BA/BS required; MBA a plus.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Strong cross-functional leadership.
• Proven data-driven decision making.
• Ability to tell an elegant story backed by data.

Responsibilities

• Drive GMV/GM B growth and inventory health for the US P&A business.
• Partner with the P&A leadership team to define the 1–3 year category strategy, and identify and execute against key opportunities.
• Deliver the most comprehensive catalog of P&A inventory ("every part for every vehicle").
• Partner closely with cross‑functional teams (Product & Technology, Finance, Account Management) to deliver an outstanding end‑to‑end customer experience.
• Attract and retain buyers and sellers, with emphasis on the sell‑side of the marketplace.
• Lead seller strategy across enterprise sellers, distributors, manufacturers, and SMBs.
• Improve customer satisfaction by addressing inventory gaps, sourcing supply, and enhancing quality and trust in P&A.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional

Data-driven

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS required

MBA preferred

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 Job

Looking for a company that inspires passion, courage, and creativity—where you can help shape the future of global commerce? Join eBay and play a leadership role in building one of the world’s largest and most trusted automotive marketplaces.

About The Opportunity

Parts & Accessories (P&A) is one of the most strategic and largest categories within eBay. The US represents eBay’s largest P&A market globally and is a critical driver of long-term growth. Sr. Category Management, US P&A will report to and partner closely with Director Category Management, US Parts & Accessories, to deliver the category strategy and execution plan for eBay’s P&A business in the US. This individual will lead some of the most critical initiatives in the US business through solid‑line, dotted‑line, and matrix leadership. This role demands a dual approach: that of a strategic leader—who deeply understands the dynamics of two‑sided marketplaces, can break down complex problems into clear frameworks, operate effectively in ambiguity, and demonstrates strong data intuition—as well as that of an operator who can move quickly and decisively, and is not afraid to get their hands dirty.

What You Will Accomplish

• Drive GMV/GMB growth and inventory health for the US P&A business
• Partner with the P&A leadership team to define the 1–3 year category strategy, and identify and execute against key opportunities
• Deliver the most comprehensive catalog of P&A inventory (“every part for every vehicle”)
• Partner closely with cross‑functional teams (Product & Technology, Finance, Account Management) to deliver an outstanding end‑to‑end customer experience
• Attract and retain buyers and sellers, with a particular emphasis on the sell‑side of the marketplace
• Lead seller strategy across enterprise sellers, distributors, manufacturers, and SMBs
• Improve customer satisfaction by addressing inventory gaps, sourcing supply, and enhancing quality and trust in P&A

What You Will Bring

• 6+ years in Category Management
• BA/BS required, post‑graduate business degree (for example MBA) a plus
• Excellent analytical skills
• Broad functional experience with proven success in leading teams with varied strengths including product, operations, customer insights, and seller/account management
• Excellent decision‑making skills, focused on identifying and prioritizing the highest impact opportunities with imperfect information using the data available
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to tell an elegant story backed by data and provide leadership‑ready recommendations
• Personal passion for eBay and the automotive industry

Additional Details

The base pay range for this position is expected in the range below:

$144,400 - $192,800

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a target bonus and restricted stock units (as applicable) in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employees will be in an “at‑will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Remote roles are not eligible for U.S. visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

eBay is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible. View our accessibility statement to learn more about eBay's commitment to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.