FAQs
What is the primary responsibility of the Product Manager, Selling at eBay?
The primary responsibility is to optimize the tools that sellers rely on to operate quickly, accurately, and profitably, while improving customer satisfaction and marketplace competitiveness.
What are some of the key tasks this role entails?
Key tasks include driving customer research to understand seller pains, partnering with adjacent domains, defining and delivering product initiatives, collaborating with a scrum team, and supporting development through to release.
What qualifications are required for this position?
A business degree or equivalent and at least 3 years of experience in a product management role working with dedicated scrum teams in an Agile environment are required.
Is experience in fulfillment operations necessary for this role?
While not mandatory, familiarity with fulfillment operations (pick/pack/ship) and warehouse management systems (WMS) is highly desirable.
What skills are essential for a candidate applying for this position?
Essential skills include curiosity, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for creating outstanding products that address the challenges faced by eBay sellers.
How does eBay promote diversity in its hiring process?
eBay is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Is prior experience with optimization frameworks required?
While experience applying optimization frameworks such as Lean is highly desirable, it is not explicitly stated as a requirement.
Can applicants expect support during the application process if they have disabilities?
Yes, eBay encourages applicants to contact talent@ebay.com for any accommodation requests related to disabilities and will make every effort to respond promptly.
Will the selected candidate work closely with other teams?
Yes, the role involves partnering with adjacent domains such as Shipping, Payments, and Feedback to achieve shared objectives and optimize projects for efficiency.
What type of products will the Product Manager be working on?
The Product Manager will be working on eBay’s seller-facing fulfillment tools, including features related to Orders across Native, My eBay, and Seller Hub.