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Full-Time

Senior Manager

Strategic FP&a Marketing

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WhatNot

WhatNot

501-1,000 employees

Online marketplace for authentic collectibles

Consumer Goods
Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$190k - $245kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA + 2 more

More locations: Los Angeles, CA, USA | New York, NY, USA

Team members must be within commuting distance of San Francisco, New York, or Los Angeles.

Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Marketing
Business Strategy
Requirements
  • 7+ years of finance experience
  • Experience working within Marketing Finance and driving FP&A processes, preferably within a high-growth marketplace, e-commerce, creator platform, or startup environment
  • Prior experience partnering closely with marketing organizations and experience owning a robust budget
  • A strong understanding of marketing math, exceptional analytical skills, and a proven track record of transforming marketing data into insights
  • Collaborative and capable of influencing business partners to course correct, based on sound analysis and business judgment
  • Comfortable operating on a small team and will get in the weeds to produce results in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
  • Ownership of reporting to Whatnot leadership, including financial narrative development, in-depth understanding of drivers, and establishing data packages
  • Manage financial processes such as month-end reporting and variance analysis, forecasting, budget planning, and annual budgeting
  • Proactively provide insights and propose solutions to areas of risk and opportunity to influence business strategy
  • Streamline the forecast process, increase forecast accuracy, align across various teams and stakeholders and enable meaningful forecast reviews with leadership
  • Responsible for the development of data packages, both external and internal requests and cadenced reporting (subject matter expert)
  • Develop and maintain KPIs, including associated research, comparable company analysis, consolidation, data visualization and packaging

Whatnot.com operates as an online marketplace dedicated to collectibles, particularly focusing 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 trust and security for both buyers and sellers. It serves a community of collectors and enthusiasts who seek rare and exclusive items from popular 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 environment for collectors to buy and sell their prized items.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$464.7M

Headquarters

Marina del Rey, California

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

13%

1 year growth

34%

2 year growth

82%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Whatnot's recent $260M Series D funding round and $3.7B valuation highlight its strong financial health and growth potential.
  • Partnerships with major brands like Marvel Comics and Professional Sports Authentication (PSA) enhance Whatnot's credibility and market reach.
  • The expansion into livestream shopping and additional collectible categories indicates a commitment to innovation and market diversification.

What critics are saying

  • The niche focus on collectibles like Funkos and FiGPiNs may limit market size and growth potential compared to broader marketplaces.
  • Rapid expansion and scaling, including the planned increase to over 300 employees, could lead to operational challenges and cultural misalignment.

What makes WhatNot unique

  • Whatnot.com offers the largest collection of 100% authenticated collectibles, ensuring trust and security for buyers and sellers, unlike many competitors.
  • The platform's focus on niche markets like Funkos and FiGPiNs, combined with hand authentication, sets it apart from broader online marketplaces.
  • Whatnot's low fees and seller protection provide a competitive edge, making it an attractive option for both buyers and sellers in the collectibles market.

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