Trading Senior Associate

Trading Senior Associate

Full-Time 50000 - 70000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
eBay

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Coordinate trading initiatives and optimise inventory for promotions to boost buyer engagement.
  • Company: Join eBay, a global leader in ecommerce with a commitment to inclusivity.
  • Benefits: Be part of a diverse team with opportunities for growth and innovation.
  • Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on collaboration and operational excellence.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on the future of ecommerce while connecting communities.
  • Qualifications: Project management experience, strong Excel skills, and a passion for customer experiences.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.

This job is with eBay, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. 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 team and the role: The Horizontal Trading team at eBay develops and scales trading and loyalty initiatives that drive buyer and seller growth and retention. Working closely with Marketing and Category Management, the team plans and delivers a quarterly calendar of promotions and incentives designed to increase relevance, deliver customer value, and improve business performance.

In this role, you will optimize inventory selection across promotional and incentive programs while supporting the operational execution of key trading initiatives. Success will be measured through incremental GMV and buyer growth, improved spend efficiency and return on investment, growth across eBay's strategic focus areas, increased seller participation, and operational innovation.

What you will accomplish:

  • Coordinate and deliver trading and incentive initiatives across multiple business functions to support quarterly promotional plans.
  • Optimise inventory selection through promotional and incentive programs to improve buyer engagement and business performance.
  • Partner with Marketing, Category Management, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful planning, integration, and execution of initiatives.
  • Contribute to incremental GMV and buyer growth through effective delivery of trading and loyalty activities.
  • Improve spend efficiency and return on investment by using data to inform decisions and optimise performance.
  • Help scale seller participation across promotional programs while supporting operational innovation and continuous improvement.

What you will bring:

  • Experience managing projects and building operational plans across multiple business functions.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver plans that support commercial objectives and broader business goals.
  • Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and organisational levels.
  • A self-directed, results-oriented approach with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
  • Advanced Excel skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
  • Experience using SQL.
  • A passion for delivering great customer experiences, with an understanding of eBay from both buyer and seller perspectives.

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.

eBay

Contact Details:

eBay Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Trading Senior Associate

Project Management
Operational Planning
Data-Driven Decision Making
Relationship-Building Skills
Collaboration
Advanced Excel Skills
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