Online Trading Manager

Fashion & Retail Personnel; Stratford-upon-Avon; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-profile organization in the sports and entertainment sector is seeking an experienced Online Trading Manager for a maternity cover role. This immediate start position focuses on enhancing eCommerce performance and delivering superior customer experiences. With responsibilities including managing trading, digital marketing, and site optimization, the candidate must have a strong commercial mindset and be adept with CMS platforms. Full training is provided to ensure seamless integration into the fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in online trading, ideally in sports, fashion, or retail.
• Hands-on experience with CMS platforms and web analytics tools.
• Confident communicator with excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage site trading, merchandising, and content across eCommerce platform.
• Plan and execute digital marketing campaigns, focusing on key retail events.
• Monitor sales and customer behavior using analytics tools.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Commercial Mindset

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Tools

CMS Platforms

Web Analytics Tools

Job description

Salary: Freelance rate based on experience

Online Trading Manager – Maternity Cover (FTC) | Immediate Start
London | 37.5 hrs/week (Hybrid, 3 days onsite)

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Online Trading Manager to join a high-profile organisation in the sports and entertainment sector on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. This is an immediate start role with a strong focus on driving eCommerce performance and optimising the customer journey.

You’ll take ownership of day-to-day operations for the online store, lead commercial trading campaigns, and play a key role in delivering seamless digital experiences across multiple touchpoints.



Key Responsibilities:

Manage site trading, merchandising, and content across the eCommerce platform
Plan and execute digital marketing campaigns, including key retail events
Optimise site performance and user experience (UX), with a mobile-first mindset
Monitor sales, customer behaviour, and stock availability using analytics tools
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to enhance fulfilment, customer service, and technical integrations
What we’re looking for:

Proven experience in online trading, ideally within sports, fashion, or retail

Strong commercial mindset with a focus on delivering sales growth

Hands-on experience with CMS platforms and web analytics tools

Confident communicator with excellent organisational skills

Ability to work during peak periods and major retail events (e.g., product launches, Black Friday)

The role also requires availability on select event days and during high-demand retail campaigns. Full training will be provided in key operational areas.

️ Contract Type: Fixed-term (Maternity Cover)

Start Date: Immediate

If you're ready to bring your eCommerce expertise to a fast-paced and exciting environment, apply now to be considered

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