Category Associate (German Speaking)

Join the Future of Commerce with Whatnot! Whatnot is the largest livestream shopping platform in North America and Europe to buy, sell, and discover the things you love. We’re re-defining e-commerce by blending community, shopping, and entertainment into a community just for you. As a remote co-located team, we’re inspired by innovation and anchored in our values. With hubs in the US, UK, Ireland, Poland, and Germany, we’re building the future of online marketplaces—together. From fashion, beauty, and electronics to rare collectibles like trading cards, comic books, and even live plants, our live auctions have something for everyone. And we’re just getting started! As one of the fastest growing marketplaces, we’re looking for bold, forward-thinking problem solvers across all functional areas. Check out the latest Whatnot updates on our news and engineering blogs and join us as we enable anyone to turn their passion into a business, and bring people together through commerce. RoleAs a Category Associate, you’ll expand Whatnot’s presence in new categories by identifying and recruiting new sellers to join our community. Go-to expert of your categoryBecome the go-to expert on your category, including seller/buyer dynamics, community channels, influencers, and product nuancesBecome the face of Whatnot for the community of sellers and buyers that you represent Seller outreach and onboardingSource and reach out to sellers to convince them to join and grow their business on Whatnot. Leverage social media, outbound channels, and in-person eventsOnboard groups of sellers, teaching them how to use the app Relationship managementBuild and maintain strong relationships with sellers and top strategic partners to support their growth and meet their needsCollaborate with partners to develop business growth strategies and communicate product improvements and feedback Marketing and growthSpearhead diverse marketing initiatives, such as influencer partnerships/campaigns, to boost brand awareness and attract more buyers Data analyticsUse basic data analytics skills (SQL) to derive insights from projects and enhance process efficiencyUtilize key data points to assess category growth, success, and areas for improvement, driving continuous iteration Team members in this role are required to be within commuting distance of our Berlin, Germany or London, UK hubs. YouCurious about who thrives at Whatnot? We’ve found that low ego, a growth mindset, and leaning into action and high impact go a long way here. As our next Category Associate, you should have: Fluent German and English skills, with a deep understanding of the DACH market2+ years of experience working in a fast-paced, client-facing role in high-output environments, such as: Strategy Consulting, Private Equity, or partnerships at a fast-paced tech companyYou are scrappy and flexible enough to work in an ambiguous environment with limited guidanceYou are a problem solver with strong project management skills and the ability to fully own strategy and execution on both sides of an emerging marketplaceYou have business acumen, are deeply analytical, and comfortable understanding and manipulating data to gain and take action on business insights Nice to HaveExperience at a high-growth startup, marketplace, or creator-focused platformProficiency in SQLPassion for creator communities and/or expertise in existing Whatnot product categories (e.g. vintage clothing, collectibles)Experience buying and selling in online marketplaces BenefitsFlexible Time off Policy and Company-wide Holidays (including a spring and winter break)Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, VisionWork From Home SupportHome office setup allowanceMonthly allowance for cell phone and internetCare benefitsMonthly allowance for wellnessAnnual allowance towards ChildcareLifetime benefit for family planning, such as adoption or fertility expensesRetirement; Pension plan internationallyMonthly allowance to dogfood the appAll Whatnauts are expected to develop a deep understanding of our product. We're passionate about building the best user experience, and all employees are expected to use Whatnot as both a buyer and a seller as part of their job (our dogfooding budget makes this fun and easy!). Parental Leave16 weeks of paid parental leave + one month gradual return to work *company leave allowances run concurrently with country leave requirements which take precedence. Please find our Whatnot Candidate Privacy Notice here. EOEWhatnot is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, and we 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. We believe that our work is better and our company culture is improved when we encourage, support, and respect the different skills and experiences represented within our workforce. Apply to this Job