Chief Digital Officer

Phifer & Company; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a visionary Chief Digital Officer to spearhead digital transformation and enhance e-commerce capabilities. This role involves crafting a comprehensive digital strategy, optimizing online platforms, and leading innovative marketing initiatives to drive customer engagement. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in digital growth, particularly within the consumer goods sector. Join a forward-thinking company that values creativity and collaboration, and make a significant impact on the future of e-commerce and digital innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven success in digital transformation and e-commerce growth.
• Strong knowledge of digital marketing strategies and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a comprehensive digital strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead development and optimization of e-commerce platforms for seamless user experiences.
• Oversee digital marketing efforts including SEO, SEM, and social media campaigns.

Skills

Digital Strategy Development

E-Commerce Enhancement

Customer-Centric Initiatives

Digital Marketing Leadership

Data and Market Insights

Innovation (AI, AR, VR)

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Digital Technology

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

E-commerce platforms

CMS

CRM systems

SEO tools

Analytics tools

Job description

Chief Digital Officer - Ecommerce

Large Ecommerce Conglomerate

We are seeking a Chief Digital Officer (CDO) to lead our client's digital transformation efforts and drive the strategic direction of our online presence. The CDO will be responsible for shaping digital strategy, enhancing e-commerce capabilities, and overseeing digital marketing to optimize customer engagement and brand growth.

Responsibilities:

1. Digital Strategy Development: Define and execute a comprehensive digital strategy aligned with business objectives. Identify new growth opportunities through digital channels and technologies.
2. E-Commerce Enhancement: Lead development and optimization of e-commerce platforms, ensuring seamless user experiences, easy navigation, and secure purchasing.
3. Customer-Centric Initiatives: Leverage digital tools to improve customer journeys, including personalization, loyalty programs, and responsive support.
4. Digital Marketing Leadership: Oversee SEO, SEM, social media, email campaigns, influencer partnerships, and content creation.
5. Data and Market Insights: Use analytics and research to understand consumer behavior, industry trends, and competitors.
6. Innovation: Explore opportunities to incorporate AI, AR, and VR to enhance customer experience.
7. Cross-Department Collaboration: Work with IT, marketing, sales, and product teams to align digital initiatives with business goals.
8. Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing digital team, fostering creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. Provide mentorship to team members.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Digital Technology, or related field; Master's preferred.
• Proven success in digital transformation and e-commerce growth, preferably in beauty, cosmetics, or related consumer goods industries.
• Strong knowledge of digital marketing, SEO, SEM, social media, content strategies, and data analytics.
• Experience with e-commerce platforms, CMS, and CRM systems.
• Strategic thinker with excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

If you are a visionary leader passionate about ecommerce and digital innovation, we invite you to apply. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences.