Job Title: E-commerce Operations Director
Job Summary:
The E-commerce Operations Director is responsible for leading and optimizing the entire e-commerce operational ecosystem—from order management and fulfillment to customer service, logistics, and platform performance. This role ensures operational excellence, cost-efficiency, and a seamless customer experience across all digital sales channels.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Operational Strategy & Execution
- Develop and implement scalable e-commerce operations strategies to support growth and customer satisfaction.
- Oversee the full order lifecycle, including processing, fulfillment, shipping, and returns.
- Align operational objectives with business goals and evolving market trends.
2. Fulfillment & Logistics Management
- Manage warehousing, inventory control, and last-mile delivery operations.
- Work with third-party logistics (3PL) providers to optimize service levels and cost.
- Ensure timely, accurate, and cost-effective fulfillment of customer orders.
3. Platform & Process Optimization
- Collaborate with tech and product teams to enhance platform features, backend workflows, and integrations (e.g., ERP, WMS, OMS).
- Streamline operational processes using automation, analytics, and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean/Six Sigma a plus).
- Oversee catalog management, pricing operations, and merchandising logistics.
4. Customer Experience & Support Operations
- Ensure a high standard of post-purchase experience, including delivery, customer support, and returns handling.
- Implement systems and policies that enhance service levels and resolve operational pain points.
- Analyze feedback and service data to identify and eliminate root causes of friction.
5. Cross-functional Leadership & Team Management
- Lead and develop teams across operations, fulfillment, and customer service.
- Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence.
- Partner with marketing, finance, product, and tech teams to drive efficiency and collaboration.
6. Performance Monitoring & Reporting
- Define and track KPIs such as order accuracy, delivery lead time, fulfillment cost, and customer satisfaction.
- Analyze data to identify bottlenecks, forecast demand, and inform resource planning.
- Present regular operational updates and improvement proposals to senior leadership.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field (MBA preferred).
- 8–12+ years of progressive experience in e-commerce, logistics, or operations management.
- Proven track record of leading operational teams in high-growth digital retail or omnichannel environments.
- Strong understanding of e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopee, Lazada, Shopify, Magento), ERP/WMS/OMS systems, and logistics technologies.
- Data-driven, strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Hands-on leadership style and a passion for continuous improvement.