About the role
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. The Company With more than 180 million active users across 190 countries and over 1 billion active product listings, eBay is the world’s most vibrant and dynamic online marketplace. Founded in 1995, we connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all. eBay Inc. is headquartered in San Jose, California. For more information about the company and its global portfolio of online brands, visit www.ebayinc.com. The Opportunity The Director of Planning and Business Operations will play a critical leadership role in guiding eBay’s next level of growth and transformation. The Business Operations and Planning organization acts as the connective tissue of the enterprise. It drives cross-functional alignment, supports planning and execution, and delivers operational efficiency and growth. This role collaborates with finance, product, markets, and various eBay departments to support executive leadership. It helps manage enterprise planning and goal setting from start to finish. The role also leads weekly and monthly business reviews, executive reports, and analyzes insights on business performance. Key Responsibilities Lead the full planning process and collaborate across teams. Ensure roadmaps and plans are delivered on time and align with the company’s direction. Set the approach and process for defining Company, Executive Leadership, and Priority level objectives and goals Coordinate and guide the weekly business review for the company with finance and other functions. Ensure we build a shared understanding of performance, encourage the right discussions about performance, and provide the appropriate insights on the business. Lead outreach, relationships and manage communications with internal stakeholders across functions and teams to source and maintain pulse on the business (breadth) Proactively lead and drive deep dives into business performance issues by anticipating inquiries and launching analysis in partnership with other stakeholders and bringing strategic insights to leadership (depth) Competencies (Attributes needed to be successful in this role) 10+ years of experience in Planning, Business Operations, strategic finance, consulting or a similar strategic function. Experience in eCommerce or Technology space a plus Proven track record of leading, collaborating and influencing across large and complex global organizations Capable of flexing between high level strategic concepts & frameworks to getting into the details Great with numbers and metrics, can absorb both quantitative and qualitative information, synthesize, and strategically summarize takeaways ready for executives Entrepreneurial self-starter with a bias towards action who can thrive in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment Experience building and leading a team Ability to strategically structure and use frameworks to break down complex problems into clear steps and plans Excellent story-telling, written and verbal communication skills , with ability to facilitate transparent communications and collaboration across large teams Additional Details This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within eBay. 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, and disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact us at talent@ebay.com. We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible. View our accessibility statement to learn more about eBay's commitment to ensuring digital accessibility. We use cookies to enhance your experience and may use AI tools for administrative tasks in the hiring process. To learn how we handle your personal data and use AI responsibly, please visit our Talent Privacy Notice, Privacy Center, and AI Hiring Guidelines. We Empower People and Create Economic Opportunity eBay Inc. (NASDAQ: EBAY) is a global commerce leader that connects millions of buyers and sellers around the world. We exist to enable economic opportunity for individuals, entrepreneurs, businesses and organizations of all sizes.
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About the role
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. The Company With more than 180 million active users across 190 countries and over 1 billion active product listings, eBay is the world’s most vibrant and dynamic online marketplace. Founded in 1995, we connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all. eBay Inc. is headquartered in San Jose, California. For more information about the company and its global portfolio of online brands, visit www.ebayinc.com. The Opportunity The Director of Planning and Business Operations will play a critical leadership role in guiding eBay’s next level of growth and transformation. The Business Operations and Planning organization acts as the connective tissue of the enterprise. It drives cross-functional alignment, supports planning and execution, and delivers operational efficiency and growth. This role collaborates with finance, product, markets, and various eBay departments to support executive leadership. It helps manage enterprise planning and goal setting from start to finish. The role also leads weekly and monthly business reviews, executive reports, and analyzes insights on business performance. Key Responsibilities Lead the full planning process and collaborate across teams. Ensure roadmaps and plans are delivered on time and align with the company’s direction. Set the approach and process for defining Company, Executive Leadership, and Priority level objectives and goals Coordinate and guide the weekly business review for the company with finance and other functions. Ensure we build a shared understanding of performance, encourage the right discussions about performance, and provide the appropriate insights on the business. Lead outreach, relationships and manage communications with internal stakeholders across functions and teams to source and maintain pulse on the business (breadth) Proactively lead and drive deep dives into business performance issues by anticipating inquiries and launching analysis in partnership with other stakeholders and bringing strategic insights to leadership (depth) Competencies (Attributes needed to be successful in this role) 10+ years of experience in Planning, Business Operations, strategic finance, consulting or a similar strategic function. Experience in eCommerce or Technology space a plus Proven track record of leading, collaborating and influencing across large and complex global organizations Capable of flexing between high level strategic concepts & frameworks to getting into the details Great with numbers and metrics, can absorb both quantitative and qualitative information, synthesize, and strategically summarize takeaways ready for executives Entrepreneurial self-starter with a bias towards action who can thrive in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment Experience building and leading a team Ability to strategically structure and use frameworks to break down complex problems into clear steps and plans Excellent story-telling, written and verbal communication skills , with ability to facilitate transparent communications and collaboration across large teams Additional Details This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within eBay. 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, and disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact us at talent@ebay.com. We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible. View our accessibility statement to learn more about eBay's commitment to ensuring digital accessibility. We use cookies to enhance your experience and may use AI tools for administrative tasks in the hiring process. To learn how we handle your personal data and use AI responsibly, please visit our Talent Privacy Notice, Privacy Center, and AI Hiring Guidelines. We Empower People and Create Economic Opportunity eBay Inc. (NASDAQ: EBAY) is a global commerce leader that connects millions of buyers and sellers around the world. We exist to enable economic opportunity for individuals, entrepreneurs, businesses and organizations of all sizes.