Dir.Cost of Payments & Platform Strategy

Position Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned leader to join our team as the Director of Cost of Payments & Platform Strategy & Insights. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead cross-functional projects focused on Payments Platform Operations and Cost of Payments Optimization across eBay's payment methods, acquirers, and the broader payments ecosystem. Your analytical expertise and deep understanding of payments will position you as the key liaison between Strategy, Finance, Partnerships, and other cross-functional teams. You will have the opportunity to influence eBay’s payments platform, shape the cost of payments strategy, and drive the strategic direction of financial services globally at eBay.

What you will accomplish:

·       Strategy Development: Craft and implement strategies for the payments platform and cost optimization to enhance eBay’s market differentiation.

·       Thought Leadership: Provide expert insights and develop innovative solutions to complex business challenges. Offer comprehensive knowledge in payments economics and market propositions to support solution and product teams.

·       Business Insights: Apply market knowledge and analytical skills to identify, prioritize, and solve exciting business problems through data-driven insights.

·       Market and Competitive Analysis: Generate market intelligence on industry trends, including technology, competitors, and regulatory changes, and advise on their strategic implications.

·       Team Leadership: Mentor and lead a dynamic strategy, operations, and insights team to deliver critical initiatives effectively.

·       Communication: Develop compelling executive level presentations and deliver them to senior leadership, clearly articulating strategic recommendations.

·       Strategic Planning: Contribute to the long-term strategy for payments and financial services, ensuring alignment with product and service offerings and capabilities.

What you will bring:

·       Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and analytical prowess, with the ability to generate insights and recommendations on financial services topics.

·       Expertise in Cost of Payments and Payments Optimization, providing strategic recommendations for eBay Financial Services.

·       Strong skills in structured thinking and problem-solving, with a creative approach to strategic business challenges.

·       Exceptional executive presence and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex strategies for diverse audiences.

·       Proven leadership experience in mentoring and empowering strategy teams to achieve key initiatives.

·       Ability to foster cross-functional collaboration in a matrixed environment.

·       Comfort in fast-paced, dynamic settings, with the ability to manage ambiguity effectively.

·       Collaborative teammate with a strong track record of leadership.

Experience and Education:

·       Minimum of 10 years of professional experience, including 2-3 years at a top strategy consulting or financial services firm.

·       Expertise in technology, particularly in e-commerce, payments, cost of payments, and/or FinTech.

·       Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent experience preferred.