VP, Ecommerce & Marketplaces (Paternity Leave Coverage)

Overview

We’re looking for an experienced ecommerce leader to step in as Interim VP of Ecommerce & Marketplaces during a planned leave. This role is focused on providing continuity, supporting an established team, and ensuring we stay on track against key business priorities over a defined four-month period.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can quickly build context, exercise strong judgment, and guide a high-performing team with clarity and care—while ensuring the digital experience continues to reflect our commitment to creating a home that feels like you.

What You’ll Do

Lead the ecommerce function with clarity and continuity

• Provide steady leadership across Digital Product, UX Design, and Digital Commerce (site and marketplaces)


• Step in as the primary decision-maker for the function, offering clear, timely direction


• Ensure the team remains supported, aligned, and operating effectively across day-to-day execution and key initiatives

Drive prioritization and performance

• Manage against the existing roadmap, ensuring focus on the highest-impact work


• Monitor performance across channels (revenue, conversion, margin) and guide thoughtful adjustments


• Balance short-term performance with longer-term brand and customer considerations

Champion a seamless, brand-aligned customer experience

• Ensure the ecommerce and marketplace experience remains intuitive, cohesive, and on-brand


• Partner with Product, UX, and Creative to bring “home that feels like you” to life across digital touchpoints

Partner cross-functionally to drive alignment and execution

• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Creative, Operations, and Finance


• Navigate trade-offs, maintain clear communication, and keep cross-functional workstreams moving efficiently 

What Success Looks Like

• The team feels supported, clear on priorities, and continues to operate at a high level


• Key initiatives progress on schedule, with thoughtful prioritization where needed


• Ecommerce and marketplace performance remains stable and on track against targets


• The digital experience remains cohesive, intuitive, and aligned with our brand


• Cross-functional partners experience strong alignment and consistent communication


• The transition back to the returning leader is seamless, with no loss of momentum

We’re Looking For

• 12–15+ years of ecommerce leadership experience, with ownership across site, digital product, and marketplaces (including Amazon)


• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams spanning Product, UX, and Commerce


• Strong judgment and decision-making in fast-paced, high-growth environments


• Ability to prioritize effectively and keep teams focused on the highest-impact work


• A low-ego, high-EQ leadership style with the ability to build trust and integrate quickly


• A customer-first mindset, with a clear point of view on how digital experiences translate the brand into something that feels personal and intuitive


• Hands-on approach, with a willingness to step in where needed to support execution

Compensation

The salary range for this temporary role is $230,000–$250,000 (pro-rated for the 4-month engagement), commensurate with experience.

Benefits & Perks

• Up to 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage (employee-only)
• Fertility & family-building support (up to $20,000 lifetime)
• 401(k) with a 4% company match
• 16 weeks fully paid parental leave
• 20 vacation days (25 after 5 years) plus year-round Summer Fridays
• Hybrid work schedule with two core in-office days (Tues–Thurs)
• Remote Thanksgiving week and remote last week of December
• Up to four additional remote weeks per year with approval
• 40% employee discount plus seasonal product allowance
• One Medical, Talkspace, and $1,000 per year via Joon for wellness
• One-month paid sabbatical at five years

Why Join Us?

Brooklinen is a place where thoughtful people do meaningful work — with warmth, clarity, and shared purpose. We value care, collaboration, balance, and continuous growth. If this role excites you, even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. Diverse experiences and perspectives make us stronger.

About Brooklinen

Brooklinen was founded in 2014 with a simple belief: that comfort can bring happiness. Today, we’re one of the largest soft goods brands in the U.S., designing for real life and real homes with products that pair elevated quality and accessible pricing. Our assortment — from sheets and towels to thoughtful additions for the modern bedroom — has earned over 100,000 five-star reviews and recognition from Architectural Digest, Good Housekeeping, Wirecutter, and more. We’re growing thoughtfully, evolving intentionally, and committed to creating a home for people who care deeply about their craft — and each other.

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