Full-Time
EU Carrier Manager
Posted on 7/30/2025
1stDibs
201-500 employees
Curated online marketplace for luxury goods
No salary listed
Bedford, UK
In Person
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- 3+ years of experience in the transportation and logistics Industry.
- Strong ability to build relationships, communicate effectively, and negotiate with carriers.
- Proven ability to build strong relationships with service providers, monitor and address carrier performance and operational issues, and conduct monthly freight analysis to drive efficiency and results.
- Experience with data analysis and proficiency in analyzing data, identifying trends, and making data-driven recommendations.
- The ability to effectively identify and define service requirements and translate them into measurable SLAs, SOPs, operating protocols, etc.
- Exposure and knowledge of specific regulations and requirements related to cross-border transportation.
- Ability to effectively adopt and integrate emerging technologies, including AI-powered tools, into daily work to improve outcomes and efficiency.
- Monitoring and evaluating carrier performance against established KPIs, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing performance improvement plans.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with carriers, acting as the primary point of contact for operational and commercial matters, and resolving any issues that arise.
- Contributing to the development and execution of carrier strategies, including sourcing, monitoring performance and service levels and contract negotiations.
- Analyzing carrier rates, managing rate exceptions, and contributing to cost-saving initiatives.
- Ensuring carrier compliance with relevant regulations and safety standards and developing risk mitigation strategies.
- Analyzing carrier data to identify trends, track performance, and generate reports for internal stakeholders.
- Experience with transportation and handling fine art, furniture/home goods, and high-value items
- Experience with digital and e-commerce
- Fluency in German, French and/or Italian
- Sales Force and or Google Suite experience
- Knowledge of the impact of CITES on transportation and logistics, and current tariff fees
1stDibs is an online marketplace for luxury and vintage items, including antique furniture, fine jewelry, vintage fashion, and art. It connects buyers with top sellers from around the world, offering a carefully curated selection of extraordinary pieces. Items are listed by sellers and sold through the platform, which earns revenue from commissions on sales, listing fees, and premium services; there is also an auction feature that lets items be bid on to potentially achieve higher prices. The business does not hold inventory, helping reduce overhead and risk. The key differentiators are its strict curation, emphasis on authenticity and luxury, and a trusted, global network that attracts high-value transactions. The company's goal is to facilitate access to rare, high-quality pieces for discerning collectors, interior designers, and affluent buyers while maintaining sustainable revenue through commissions, listings, and premium services.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2000
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Achieved positive adjusted EBITDA of $0.6 million in Q1 2026 with 74.4% gross margin.
- Holds $85.3 million cash after $9.1 million share repurchases, enabling investments.
- AI-powered search and personalization drive GMV growth resumption by Q4 2026.
What critics are saying
- Active buyers fell 10% to 58,000 in Q1 2026, accelerating customer attrition.
- GMV declined 5% to $89.7 million from weak U.S. housing market and marketing cuts.
- Competitors like Farfetch deploy superior AI curation, eroding 1stDibs seller liquidity.
What makes 1stDibs unique
- 1stDibs curates rare luxury antiques, vintage fashion, fine art, and jewelry from global dealers.
- Platform connects sophisticated collectors with makers via commission-based model and auctions.
- Operates since 2000, replicating Paris flea market magic for extraordinary design items.
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↑ 0%1stdibs.com (NASDAQ: DIBS) schedules 2026 virtual meeting and director votes. Filing Impact Filing Sentiment Rhea-AI Filing summary. 1stdibs.com, Inc. is asking stockholders to vote at its 2026 Annual Meeting, a fully virtual event on May 7, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Holders of common stock as of March 10, 2026 can attend online and vote using a 16-digit control number. Stockholders are being asked to elect two Class II directors, Matthew R. Cohler and Andrew G. Robb, to serve until the 2029 annual meeting, and to ratify Ernst & Young LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026. The company highlights majority voting with a resignation policy for uncontested director elections, a seven-member board with six independent directors, and standard board committees overseeing audit, compensation, governance, and risk. The proxy also describes director and executive pay programs that rely heavily on restricted stock units, equity plans with an evergreen feature, and ownership levels, including Benchmark Capital-affiliated entities holding 20.09% of outstanding common stock as of March 10, 2026. 03/26/2026 - 04:10 PM Faq. What is 1stdibs.com (DIBS) asking stockholders to approve in the 2026 proxy? 1stdibs.com seeks approval to elect two Class II directors through the 2029 annual meeting and to ratify Ernst & Young LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026. Routine governance and compensation information is also included. When is the 1stdibs.com (DIBS) 2026 Annual Meeting and who can vote? The 2026 Annual Meeting will be held virtually on May 7, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Stockholders of record at the close of business on March 10, 2026 are entitled to receive notice of, and vote at, the meeting and any adjournments. How can 1stdibs.com (DIBS) stockholders attend and vote at the virtual 2026 meeting? Stockholders can attend via live audio webcast at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/DIBS2026 using their 16-digit control number. They may vote in advance by Internet, telephone, or mail, or vote electronically during the meeting if properly registered or holding a legal proxy. Who are the director nominees in the 1stdibs.com (DIBS) 2026 proxy statement? The company has nominated Matthew R. Cohler and Andrew G. Robb as Class II directors to serve until the 2029 annual meeting or until successors are duly elected and qualified. Both are independent directors with extensive experience in technology, marketplaces, and online commerce. What auditor is 1stdibs.com (DIBS) proposing to ratify for 2026? The board is asking stockholders to ratify Ernst & Young LLP as 1stdibs.com's independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026. The proposal is considered a routine item on which brokers may have discretionary voting authority. How much did 1stdibs.com (DIBS) pay its CEO in 2025 according to the proxy? For 2025, Chief Executive Officer David S. Rosenblatt received salary of $500,000, stock awards valued at $2,310,400, and a non-equity incentive cash bonus of $500,000, for total compensation of $3,310,400, reflecting a mix of cash and equity incentives. Who are the largest stockholders of 1stdibs.com (DIBS) listed in the 2026 proxy? As of March 10, 2026, entities affiliated with Benchmark Capital beneficially owned 7,307,832 shares, or 20.09% of common stock. Other large holders include Beck Mack & Oliver LLC-affiliated entities at 9.07%, Kanen Wealth Management-affiliated entities at 5.32%, and Red Apple Group-affiliated entities at 5.15%.
1stdibs, the luxury marketplace for one-of-a-kind items, achieved its first quarter of adjusted EBITDA profitability as a public company in Q4 2025, posting $1.3 million in adjusted EBITDA with a 6% margin—a 1,300 basis point expansion year-over-year. The company reported Q4 GMV of $90.2 million, down 5%, as it deliberately tightened marketing spend to prioritise profitability over growth. Since 2022, 1stdibs has reduced annual operating expenses by 18% and lowered headcount by over 30%. For 2026, the company expects its third consecutive year of revenue growth alongside continued adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow profitability. CEO David Rosenblatt said the company anticipates GMV growth resuming by Q4 2026, driven by AI-powered search, personalisation improvements, and enhanced shipping experiences.
1stDibs, an online marketplace for luxury design products, reported fourth quarter net revenue of $23 million, up 1% year-over-year, and full year revenue of $89.6 million, up 2%. The company achieved its first quarter of positive adjusted EBITDA as a public company at $1.3 million, compared to a loss of $1.6 million in Q4 2024. GAAP net loss narrowed to $1 million in Q4 from $5.2 million the previous year, whilst full year loss improved to $13.7 million from $18.6 million. Gross merchandise value declined 5% to $90.2 million, with active buyers falling 5% to approximately 61,000. The company ended 2025 with $95 million in cash and investments. For Q1 2026, 1stDibs expects GMV of $86.5 million to $91.5 million and revenue of $22.1 million to $23.1 million.
1stDibs, the online marketplace for sellers and makers of vintage, antique and contemporary furniture, home décor, art, fine jewellery, watches and fashion, has named Bradford Shellhammer as its new chief marketing officer and chief product officer.
1stDibs has partnered with the nonprofit Housing Works as its sole charitable partner.