E-commerce Trade Lead: Forecasting & Growth

John Lewis Partnership; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK retailer is seeking a skilled individual to enhance online trade performance through analysis and strategic insight. The role focuses on driving online sales forecasts and collaborating across teams to boost incremental sales. Candidates need strong analytical and commercial skills, with experience in retail and complex data analysis. A hybrid working model is offered, allowing flexibility while ensuring business needs are met.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in online retail roles.
• Excellent planning and analytical abilities.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Drive online sales forecasts and financial planning.
• Analyze online performance against KPIs.
• Develop and optimize trade plans for online customers.

Skills

Online experience within retail

Trade or marketing planning

Experience with complex data sets and reporting

Ability to generate innovative insights

Commercial and sales forecasting

Sound analytical skills

Highly numerate with Excel/Sheets

Ability to influence across boundaries

Strong stakeholder management skills

Leadership and people development

Understanding of online customer journeys

Tools

Tableau

Google Analytics

Adobe Analytics

SQL

Job description

A major UK retailer is seeking a skilled individual to enhance online trade performance through analysis and strategic insight. The role focuses on driving online sales forecasts and collaborating across teams to boost incremental sales. Candidates need strong analytical and commercial skills, with experience in retail and complex data analysis. A hybrid working model is offered, allowing flexibility while ensuring business needs are met.