Head of E-Retail

Michael Page; England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Surrey office location

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a commercially driven Head of E-Retail to lead online growth for premium beauty brands. This high‑impact leadership role blends strategic thinking with hands‑on execution to deliver outstanding commercial results.

Reporting into the Marketing Director, you will own the E‑Retail strategy, optimize digital trading, and manage key online retail partnerships. Hybrid working with 3–4 days in the Surrey office supports a dynamic, performance‑driven culture.

Qualifications

• Significant e-retail experience delivering online sales growth.
• Experience managing e-retail platforms and online partnerships within the luxury beauty landscape.
• Strong digital trading and commercial expertise.
• A data-driven approach with excellent analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Developing and executing the overall e-retail strategy across the portfolio.
• Driving online sales growth, profitability and customer acquisition.
• Leading the performance of the brand's e-retail platforms and key online retail partners.
• Optimising website conversion, digital merchandising and customer experience.
• Managing promotional plans, digital trading calendars and online campaigns.
• Using data and insights to identify growth opportunities and improve performance.
• Establishing KPIs and reporting frameworks.
• Leading and developing the e-retail team.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with marketing, sales and finance teams.

Skills

E-retail leadership

Online growth

Digital trading

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Job description

We're looking for a commercially driven Head of E-Retail to lead and accelerate online growth across a portfolio of premium beauty brands. This is a high-impact leadership role for an experienced digital commerce professional who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution to deliver outstanding commercial results.

Our client is a leading beauty business with a portfolio of premium and luxury brands. With an established presence across multiple markets and ambitious plans for growth, the business continues to invest heavily in its digital capabilities, creating an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded Head of E-Retail to shape strategy, drive performance and lead the next stage of online growth.

Description

Reporting into the Marketing Director, you'll own the E-Retail strategy and performance across the business's digital channels. Working closely with sales, marketing and leadership teams, you'll be responsible for driving revenue growth, enhancing the customer journey and delivering a best-in-class online experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing the overall e-retail strategy
• Driving online sales growth, profitability and customer acquisition
• Leading the performance of the brand's e-retail platforms and key online retail partners
• Optimising website conversion, digital merchandising and customer experience
• Managing promotional plans, digital trading calendars and online campaigns
• Using data and insights to identify growth opportunities and improve performance
• Establishing clear KPIs and reporting frameworks
• Leading and developing the e-retail team
• Collaborating cross-functionally with marketing, sales and finance teams

Profile

We're looking for a commercially minded E-Retail leader with experience driving online growth within a premium branded environment.

You'll likely have:

• Significant e-retail experience and a proven track record of delivering online sales growth
• Experience managing e-retail platforms and online retail partnerships within the luxury beauty landscape
• Strong digital trading and commercial expertise
• A data-driven approach with excellent analytical skills
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing abilities
• An entrepreneurial mindset and hands-on approach

Job Offer

• Opportunity to lead the E-Retail strategy for a prestigious luxury brand business
• High-profile role with significant influence across the business
• Hybrid working with 3-4 days per week in Surrey office location
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture
• Genuine opportunity to shape and grow a key business function