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StockXCategory Manager
StockX is a Detroit-based tech company that runs an always-on online exchange for sneakers, clothing, accessories, electronics, collectibles and trading cards. Pricing is dynamic and based…
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StockX is a Detroit-based tech company that runs an always-on online exchange for sneakers, clothing, accessories, electronics, collectibles and trading cards. Pricing is dynamic and based on live market data, so buyers and sellers can agree on value. This remote full-time job is one of the first Category Manager openings tied to a new creator and seller commerce effort. The Category Manager leads growth and strategy for one large product…
Job Description
StockX is a Detroit-based tech company that runs an always-on online exchange for sneakers, clothing, accessories, electronics, collectibles and trading cards. Pricing is dynamic and based on live market data, so buyers and sellers can agree on value. This remote full-time job is one of the first Category Manager openings tied to a new creator and seller commerce effort.
The Category Manager leads growth and strategy for one large product category. Duties include defining the category vision and quarterly targets, mastering its supply, demand and community forces, and building a pipeline of shops, influencers, creators and sellers. The manager runs outreach and onboarding for promising sellers, works with Operations, Product, Marketing and Partnerships on launches and campaigns, and reviews supply, engagement, retention and revenue data to refine plans.
The posting presents the role as strategic and hands-on, with full accountability for category outcomes. The person represents the platform within that category's community, understands its slang and cultural drivers, and brings seller and creator feedback to product and engineering. It is described as a building block for a repeatable, category-led growth model that could later extend into other verticals.
Candidates need experience in business development, partnerships, category leadership or marketplace expansion, with at least five years of practice. Prior work with consumer platforms or two-sided marketplace businesses is a plus. Helpful extras include an existing network in the category, familiarity with CRM and analytics software, and background in creator monetization or community commerce.
Responsibilities
- Define the strategic direction and growth plan for the category
- Develop deep knowledge of category supply, buyer demand, community channels and rivals
- Set measurable targets and quarterly objectives for category results
- Expand the base of shops, influencers, creators and sellers through outreach and onboarding
- Nurture lasting ties with key sellers and community leaders
- Team with account and partnership managers to expand seller participation and support
- Shape launches, moments and campaigns with category marketing staff
- Relay what the category needs to product and engineering teams so seller tools improve
- Study supply, engagement, retention and revenue data and refine playbooks accordingly
- Share practical findings with growth leaders and other departments
Requirements
- Five or more years of work in business development and partnerships, plus category leadership or marketplace expansion
- Able to set direction and also execute when conditions are unclear and changing quickly
- Quick relationship-builder with sellers, creators and colleagues
- Makes calls based on data and tracks what matters
- Grasp of the cultural context, subgroups and trends that move engagement
Qualifications
- Established contacts within the assigned category, such as sneaker resellers, influencer groups or independent shops
- Experience on both the supply and demand sides of a marketplace
- Background in creator revenue programs, community commerce or enthusiast communities
- Comfortable with CRM systems, sales pipelines, dashboards and seller performance measures
Core Skills
Benefits
- Potential medical and dental coverage, equity and discretionary bonuses, as noted for the Colorado range
- Compensation elsewhere may differ from the posted range
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this job remote?
Yes. The posting lists the role as remote in the USA.
What salary is listed?
The posting gives a base salary range of $120,000 to $130,000 for Colorado, plus benefits, equity and discretionary bonuses. It states that compensation in other locations may vary and does not give a range for them.
What experience is required?
The posting asks for at least five years of work in business development and partnerships, plus category leadership or marketplace expansion. Consumer platform or two-sided marketplace experience is preferred.
Is this a full-time position?
Yes. The listing is for a full-time role.
How do I apply?
The listing links to an application page on WeWorkRemotely. The posting also notes that StockX may use AI to sort applications by how well they match the role.
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