At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive online performance and enhance customer experience for a leading lifestyle brand.
- Company: Join a well-established lifestyle accessories brand with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and excellent career development opportunities.
- Other info: Lead a dynamic team and foster a high-performance culture.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact in a fast-paced ecommerce environment.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in digital trading and strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 70000 £ per year.
- Digital
- Trading
- Manager
Location: London (Hybrid, 2 days per week in the office) The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Digital Trading Manager to join a leading lifestyle accessories brand.
This role will play a pivotal part in driving online performance, delivering a best-in-class customer experience, and supporting the continued growth of a fast-paced ecommerce business.
Working cross-functionally with key stakeholders across the organisation, you will own the day-to-day trading of the website, translating commercial objectives into engaging digital experiences that maximise sales, conversion and customer engagement.
Key Responsibilities Develop and execute the ecommerce trading plan, ensuring digital activity aligns with wider commercial goals and growth ambitions.
Own the online trading calendar, coordinating product launches, promotional activity, seasonal events and brand campaigns to drive performance.
Analyse trading performance, customer behaviour and market trends to identify opportunities, improve outcomes and support commercial decision-making.
Optimise the online customer journey through a test-and-learn approach, focusing on conversion, engagement and retention.
Lead all aspects of onsite trading including product merchandising, category management, search functionality, navigation and content placement.
Monitor key digital KPIs, providing actionable insights and recommendations to enhance website performance and customer experience.
Partner closely with teams across Marketing, Buying, Merchandising, Technology, Finance and Customer Experience to deliver joined-up commercial initiatives.
Produce regular trading reports and present performance updates, opportunities and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across ecommerce processes, tools and ways of working.
Lead, mentor and develop members of the Digital Trading team, fostering a high-performance culture focused on collaboration and accountability.
About You Proven experience within a Digital Trading, Ecommerce Trading or Online Merchandising leadership role.
Strong commercial awareness with a track record of driving online sales growth and improving key ecommerce metrics.
Highly analytical with the ability to interpret data, identify trends and translate findings into clear actions.
Experience managing onsite customer journeys, conversion optimisation and digital merchandising strategies.
Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple functions.
Strong organisational skills and experience managing complex trading calendars within a fast-moving retail environment.
Comfortable presenting performance insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
Previous people management experience with a passion for coaching and developing teams.
What's on Offer Hybrid working model with 2 days per week in a London office.
Competitive salary up to £70,000 Opportunity to join a well-established and growing lifestyle accessories brand.
Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture.
Excellent career development opportunities within a dynamic digital function.
This role is ideal for a commercially-minded ecommerce professional looking to make a significant impact within a customer-focused retail business.
Digital Trading Manager employer: RHR
RHR is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where creativity and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have access to professional development opportunities while enjoying a generous salary, bonus scheme, and flexible working hours that promote a healthy work-life balance. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the digital marketing landscape for a leading footwear brand.
