Head of Ecommerce

612040
  • £75,000.00 to £90,000.00
  • Essex
  • Permanent
Head of Ecommerce
DTC Sports Goods
Essex (5 days office based)
£75,000 - £90,000
  
We are working with a fast-growth DTC sports brand in Essex to help them hire for a newly created role on their team, a Head of Ecommerce. The brand has experienced rapid growth over the last 2 years and there is a strong DTC push with over 40% of their overall sales being through Amazon & via their website.
  
As Head of Ecommerce, you will spearhead their global DTC strategy across 4 major markets - UK, Germany, Japan & US, taking the brand to the next level. There will be a focus on strategic leadership, enhancing the customer journey & user experience as well as introducing loyalty/subscription programmes.
  
What You’ll Do:
  • Lead and define the global digital strategy to accelerate growth, championing a seamless and engaging customer journey across all platforms.
  • Build, develop, and grow a high-performing team
  • Oversee a robust programme of UX enhancements and A/B testing to continuously optimise site performance.
  • Drive SEO performance with technical enhancements and strategic content initiatives to maximise traffic and conversions.
  • Boost customer lifetime value (LTV) through innovative loyalty programs, subscriptions, and personalised experiences.
  • Own the commercial performance of all websites, leading campaigns and promotions that captivate and convert.
  • Analyse data and uncover growth opportunities, translating insights into clear, actionable strategies.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Design, Operations, and Finance to elevate the digital experience.
  
What You’ll Bring:
  • 5+ years experience working in an Ecommerce role
  • Experience working in a high-growth DTC scale up
  • A strategic mindset with a hands-on approach
  • Strong leadership skills with experience managing and growing teams
  • Experience managing multi-territory websites; familiarity with Magento 2 / Adobe Commerce is a plus
  • Track record in managing global or localised sites e.g German, US, Japan
  • A passion for sports or competitive products is a bonus!
  
Benefits:
  • Flexible working (Core Hours 10am-3pm)
  • Brand new modern offices
  • 25 days holiday
  • Private healthcare options
  • Discounted products
  • Dog-friendly office
  • Free on-site parking
  
Sounds like a good fit? Apply now or send your CV directly to laura@3search.co.uk
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