Account Manager, eCommerce Program Merchandising

BDA; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic promotional merchandising company based in the UK is seeking a Program Manager to oversee the end-to-end customer journey and drive online sales initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset and expertise in program management. Key responsibilities include developing sales strategies, managing client relationships, and optimizing the customer experience. This full-time position offers a hybrid work schedule with competitive compensation.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health insurance

401k plan

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Merchandising Program Management with a focus on promotional merchandising.
• Proven experience with managing e-commerce sales and merchandising programs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Drive strategic merchandise assortment based on market trends.
• Ensure seamless and user-friendly online shopping experience.

Skills

Merchandising Program Management

E-commerce sales management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Tools

E-commerce platforms (e.g. Shopify, Magento)

Marketing automation tools (e.g. Marketo)

E-commerce analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics)

Project management tools (e.g. Smartsheet)

Job description

Location

This role is based in Manchester or London UK and offers a flexible onsite schedule of 4 days per week with 1 day remote.

Position Overview

The Program Manager (Ecommerce Promotional Merchandising) oversees the entire customer journey from program sales to operations ensuring smooth execution and continuous improvement. This role would also lead our online sales initiatives and drive growth through effective merchandise assortment inventory management and marketing strategies. The role owns the entire end to end customer experience. From client communication strategic planning cross-functional collaboration data-driven decision-making to operational excellence in delivering program efficiency and effectiveness. The Program Manager will be responsible for the success of the program health in alignment with the strategic roadmap. They will partner with the cross functional teams to drive success from ideation to execution. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset excellent communication skills and a proven track record in program management.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales Strategy : Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue targets including pricing strategies promotional campaigns and cross-selling initiatives.
• Client Management : Develop and maintain client relationships including driving quarterly QBRs and proposing marketing or product ideas to drive sales.
• Merchandise Assortment : Drive the strategic assortment plan that aligns with client preferences market trends and objectives.
• Data Analysis : Utilize analytics tools to track sales performance evaluate marketing campaign effectiveness and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Competitive Analysis : Monitor competitor activities and market trends to identify opportunities and threats adjusting strategies accordingly to maintain a competitive edge.
• Customer Experience : Ensure a seamless and user-friendly online shopping experience by optimizing product listings navigation and checkout processes.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Collaborate and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to traffic inbound requests and ensure seamless program execution.
• Data-Driven Performance : Leverage data and reporting expertise to drive sales performance and increase Net Promoter Score (NPS).
• Team Management : Manage the Program Coordinator team and serve as the primary lead for internal team calls.
• Client Contract Expertise : Act as an expert for client contract specifics monitoring for compliance to ensure all terms are met.
• SKU Lifecycle Management : Own the end-to-end SKU lifecycle determining when items have reached the end of their lifecycle to maximize sales and reduce inventory liability in partnership with Merchandising and Planning.
• Marketing Execution : Oversee and manage marketing execution including the implementation of site optimization tactics.
• Inventory Management : Partner with Planning to monitor inventory levels and identify liquidation tactics to manage stock efficiently.

Qualifications

• 35 years of experience in Merchandising Program Management with a focus on promotional merchandising or retail products offered through e-commerce platforms.
• Proven experience managing e-commerce sales and merchandising programs preferably within retail or consumer goods.
• Proven experience with e-commerce platforms (e.g. Shopify Magento) and / or marketing automation tools (e.g. Marketo)
• Proficiency in e-commerce analytics and data analysis (e.g. Google Analytics Adobe Analytics)
• Strategic thinker with a track record of driving sales growth through innovative merchandising and marketing strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with project management tools (e.g. Smartsheet or similar)
• Demonstrated ability to work c ross-functionally with global stakeholders and manage competing priorities.
• Flexibility in working hours to support clients in Dubai and collaborate across time zones.

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We are pleased to share the base salary range for this position is 40k-50k (GBP). If you are hired at BDA your compensation will be determined based on factors that may include geographic location skills education and addition to these factors we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any the spirit of pay transparency the range listed is the full base salary range for the role and hiring at the top of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future salary growth. The range listed is just one component of BDAs total compensation and rewards programs which includes : robust PTO; vacation a paid volunteer day holidays and summer Fridays Benefits; medical dental vision life and AD&D insurance 401k; tuition reimbursement mental health and financial wellness programs and professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement. Certain revenue-generating positions may be eligible for incentive compensation.

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Employment Type

Full Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1