Ecommerce Executive - Luxury Division

The Hut Group ,
Manchester, Greater Manchester

Overview

Job Description

About The Hut Group: THG is one of the world's fastest growing and largest online retailers. We have over a decade of experience building and growing brands in the Beauty and Wellness sectors, in over 160 markets. We create brilliant digital brand experiences and our in-house team design, develop and build a bespoke proprietary technology platform that is used by hundreds of millions of people worldwide. With a world-class business, a proprietary technology platform, and disruptive business model, our ambition is to be the global digital leader. Our culture is fast-paced and ambitious - we like to move twice as fast others believe to be possible. This belief is a fundamental part of the DNA that has supported our incredible growth. Our people are our strength and we have over 4,000 diverse, smart thinkers across the globe who are encouraged to think creatively and empowered to turn their ideas into actions. To support our ambitious growth, we are looking for commercially astute, ambitious individuals that can bring fresh and innovative thinking to THG and play a part in driving the Group forward on its truly exciting journey. Job Description As the Ecommerce Executive, you will be responsible for the running of multiple categories on www.thehut.com within THG's Luxury Division. Reporting to the Ecommerce Manager you will be the catalyst in driving this area from a day-to-day trading aspect and helping shape the strategy for this part of the business. Main Tasks Include: * Support the delivery of the customer experience through mobile/desktop/tablet, providing the customer with engaging and relevant content and information about brands and products * Execution of trading activity through multiple different internal platforms Working with multiple internal teams; especially buying, marketing, design, merchandising and IT to deliver department plans and strategies * Delivering monthly sales and profits in line with targets agreed with the Trading Manager and Head of Trade * Understanding areas to drive growth, be it through new customers, sales, profit, conversion or engagement * Ownership of the campaign planners in agreement with the relevant buyer(s) and agreeing plans with marketing heads and Trading Manger * Weekly sales and profit performance presentation during divisional Trading meeting * Speaking to external suppliers to secure exclusive promotional activity and managing that relationship * Analyse the department, the key competitors and current competitor activity * Gather data and analysis for the department's performances against KPI's using internal (Business Intelligence reports) and external (e.g. Google Analytics) systems * Visual merchandising the site based on data, popularity, newness and aesthetic * Working closely with the Trading Manager and other Trading Executives to develop cross category opportunities and deliver the overall site strategy * Review key lines and best-selling products to ensure every opportunity is maximised, and work in conjunction with the merchandising team to ensure that key products have good visibility and availability throughout the website. Requirements * Top level graduate with a strong academic track record * Strong interest in Digital marketing channels and e-commerce * Strong Data/Analytical/Numerical skills * Proven communication and influencing skills * Commercially astute, ambitious and highly intelligent individuals who are hungry for success and genuine responsibility * Entrepreneurial thinkers are welcome - those able to think outside the box best suited to a true 'start-up', agile environment with early responsibility for key decision making. * Keen interest in the Fashion/Beauty/Luxury Markets * Computer literate in the use of Microsoft Office Systems Benefits * Competitive salaries * Discounts across all of our brands - up to 40% * Real responsibility from the start of your career at THG * Discounted Gym membership * Access to onsite doctor * Enrolled onto company pension plan * Training program via the THG academy * Leadership and Development training throughout your career * An exciting, fast paced working environment where you will work with and learn from the best in the business