About the Role
We're looking for a bold, forward‐thinking Category Manager to launch the first live‐shopping marketplace in Australia. You will work closely with the GM, Australia and shape our local presence while building relationships with sellers, buyers, and creators.
Base Pay
A$150,000 – A$200,000 per year
Responsibilities
* Launch and own a category in Australia, strategize scaling and determine next category launch.
* Build community‐defining moments by partnering with influencers, planning activations, and executing on‐app and in‐person events.
* Develop a robust pipeline of sellers (resellers, influencers, shops); advise them on growth and provide key insights to the product team.
* Analyze data to develop actionable strategies, measure impact and drive growth across the category and region.
Qualities & Experience
* 4+ years of client‐facing, high‐output experience (strategy consulting, private equity, tech partnerships).
* Experience building and executing against a pipeline of targets.
* Strategic, creative thinker who turns research and data into actionable plans.
* Passion for creator communities; experience in high‐growth startups or marketplace platforms a plus.
* Proficiency in SQL a plus; online marketplace buying/selling experience a plus.
Benefits
* Generous holiday and time‐off policy.
* Comprehensive health insurance for you and dependents.
* Work‐from‐home support and home‐office allowance.
* Monthly allowance for phone, internet and wellness.
* Family planning and childcare allowances.
* Superannuation contributions per local compliance.
* 16 weeks paid parental leave plus optional gradual return‐to‐work program.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Whatnot is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, parental status, disability status or any other status protected by local law.
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