Head of Investor Relations

About Faire Faire is an online wholesale marketplace built on the belief that the future is local — independent retailers around the globe are doing more revenue than Walmart and Amazon combined, but individually, they are small compared to these massive entities. At Faire, we're using the power of tech, data, and machine learning to connect this thriving community of entrepreneurs across the globe. Picture your favorite boutique in town — we help them discover the best products from around the world to sell in their stores. With the right tools and insights, we believe that we can level the playing field so that small businesses everywhere can compete with these big box and e-commerce giants. By supporting the growth of independent businesses, Faire is driving positive economic impact in local communities, globally. We’re looking for smart, resourceful and passionate people to join us as we power the shop local movement. If you believe in community, come join ours. About this role We are looking for an experienced and versatile leader that can lead and drive Investor Relations at Faire. The right candidate will be deeply grounded in the strategy, business and financial drivers of the company, capable of translating complexity into clarity for investors and the public markets. You will work directly with the CFO and executive team to: Elevate our external narrative Build a rigorous, public-company-ready earnings process Strengthen investor relationships Ensure we are fully prepared to thrive in life as a public company What you’ll do Own and Elevate the Investor Narrative Develop expert-level understanding of Faire’s business model, unit economics, growth drivers, and strategic roadmap. Shape and refine our long-term value creation narrative. Translate into clear, compelling investor communications. Lead the Earnings Disclosure Process Architect and run the quarterly earnings process, including shareholder letters, scripts, QA preparation, and investor presentations. Partner closely with Strategic Finance, Accounting, Legal, and Communications to ensure rigor and alignment. Establish repeatable processes that meet public-company standards. Engage and Build Investor Relationships Lead 1x1 and group investor meetings. Manage relationships with institutional investors and sell-side analysts. Develop investor targeting strategy and monitor shareholder base composition. Provide structured feedback to executive leadership on investor sentiment and market perception. Prepare Faire for the Public Markets Build scalable IR infrastructure and best practices. Contribute to IPO readiness efforts, including disclosure discipline and capital markets positioning. Advise leadership on valuation frameworks, peer dynamics, and market trends. Operate Cross-Functionally Serve as a trusted partner across Finance, Legal, Accounting, and Communications. Influence senior leaders to ensure clarity, precision, and accountability in performance messaging. Qualifications 10–15+ years of experience in Investor Relations, Strategic Finance, Corporate Finance, Equity Research, Public Investing, Banking or related fields. Direct experience running earnings cycles at a public company. Strong financial modeling and valuation expertise. Deep understanding of investors and capital markets dynamics. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to go deep into complex business models and metrics. Experience engaging directly with institutional investors. Strong project management skills and ability to lead cross-functional initiatives. High ownership mindset, hustle and hands-on mentality Salary Range San Francisco: The pay range for this role is $ 230,000 to $ 316,500 per year. This role will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Actual base pay will be determined based on permissible factors such as transferable skills, work experience, market demands, and primary work location. The b ... (truncated, view full listing at source)