Full-Time

Sales Manager

Updated on 2/7/2025

WhatNot

WhatNot

501-1,000 employees

Online marketplace for authentic collectibles

Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Senior, Expert

London, UK

Team members in this role are required to be within commuting distance of our London, UK or Berlin, Germany hubs.

Category
Strategic Account Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Data Analysis

You match the following WhatNot's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Minimum of 7+ years of sales experience
  • 4+ years in executive-level management
  • Experience building and leading high-performance sales teams in EMEA
  • Proven experience as a sales leader
  • Experience leading sales in a social commerce, two-sided marketplace, and/or network effect consumer business
  • Expertise in operating businesses driven by marketplace dynamics
  • Experience in high-growth environments at scale and entrepreneurial, startup environments
  • Prior experience building, scaling, leading, and developing sales teams
  • Demonstrated track record of driving innovation and successfully adapting to changes in the industry or market
  • Operates with relentless speed and velocity, while maintaining a high sense of humility and integrity
  • Passionate about the collectibles space, or has an interest in becoming passionate
Responsibilities
  • Building and leading an International sales team as a strategic executive driving growth
  • Serving and effectively working closely alongside the executive team to lead and conduct day-to-day business
  • Own and execute a sales strategy while working closely with key peers across Marketing, Product, Finance, and Operations
  • Build a strong sales engine; improve sales operations and utilize predictable, repeatable sales roadmaps
  • Drive accountability and key growth outcomes as it relates to the full sales life cycle
  • Harness data to drive and proactively modify a go-to-market playbook
  • Maintain a deep understanding of customer use cases and product capabilities across the B2B and B2C motions
  • Driving operational excellence and accountability to achieve results
  • Being a strong developer of talent; inspiring, a true player-coach and a mentor
Desired Qualifications
  • A revenue leader with a track record of scaling a sales team in a high growth environment

Whatnot.com operates as an online marketplace dedicated to collectibles, with a strong emphasis on items like Funkos and FiGPiNs. The platform ensures that every collectible listed is 100% authentic through a rigorous verification process that includes hand authentication, providing a trustworthy environment for both buyers and sellers. It primarily serves collectors and enthusiasts who are passionate about pop culture and are in search of rare and exclusive items from franchises such as Marvel Comics and Star Wars. Whatnot.com distinguishes itself from competitors by charging low fees on sales and offering seller protection, which guarantees prompt and secure payments. The company's goal is to create a safe and reliable marketplace that fosters a community of collectible enthusiasts, making it easier for them to buy and sell their prized items.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$728.7M

Headquarters

Marina del Rey, California

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

-1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Whatnot's $265M funding round supports expansion and new product categories.
  • The platform's collaboration with PSA enhances trust through integrated authentication services.
  • Rising interest in live shopping among younger demographics drives Whatnot's growth.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from TikTok Shop may impact Whatnot's market share.
  • The collectibles market's volatility could affect Whatnot's sales and inventory.
  • Expansion into new categories may dilute Whatnot's specialized brand identity.

What makes WhatNot unique

  • Whatnot offers a unique marketplace for 100% authenticated collectible items.
  • The platform integrates live shopping with entertainment, enhancing user engagement.
  • Whatnot's partnerships with major franchises like Marvel boost its market appeal.

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Benefits

Competitive base salary and stock options

Unlimited Vacation Policy and No Meeting Holidays

Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short term disability & Long term Disability

Work From Home Support

Up to $500 monthly to spend within Whatnot App

Care benefits