Senior E-commerce Merchandising Manager - Sporting Goods
East London, 5201, South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-31
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Retail
Ecommerce, Merchandising
Our client, a leading online retailer specializing in sporting goods, is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior E-commerce Merchandising Manager to join their dynamic, fully remote team. This role is instrumental in driving online sales and profitability by optimizing product presentation, pricing, and promotions across the e-commerce platform. You will leverage data analytics to understand customer behavior, identify product trends, and enhance the overall online shopping experience.
Working remotely, you will be key to shaping the digital storefront and ensuring a compelling product offering for sports enthusiasts nationwide. If you have a passion for sports, a keen eye for retail trends, and a proven track record in e-commerce merchandising, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving online business.
- Develop and execute the e-commerce merchandising strategy to maximize online sales and profitability.
- Oversee product catalog management, ensuring accurate and compelling product descriptions, images, and specifications.
- Analyze sales data, customer behavior, and market trends to identify merchandising opportunities and risks.
- Plan and execute online promotions, discounts, and marketing campaigns to drive traffic and conversions.
- Optimize product categorization, navigation, and search functionality to improve user experience.
- Collaborate with buying, marketing, and web development teams to align merchandising efforts with overall business objectives.
- Monitor competitor e-commerce strategies and identify best practices for implementation.
- Manage product assortment planning and inventory levels in collaboration with the merchandising and supply chain teams.
- Utilize A/B testing and other data-driven methods to optimize the online shopping experience.
- A minimum of 6 years of experience in e-commerce merchandising, retail buying, or a related online retail role.
- Proven experience in managing online product catalogs and driving online sales growth.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in e-commerce analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics).
- Excellent understanding of online retail best practices, conversion rate optimization (CRO), and user experience (UX).
- Experience with A/B testing and other data-driven decision-making processes.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Retail Management, or a related field.
- A genuine interest in sports and sporting goods is highly desirable.
- Fully remote position offering excellent work-life balance and flexibility.
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Be part of an innovative and growing e-commerce company in
** East London**. - Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Work with a passionate team dedicated to delivering quality sporting goods.
- Contribute directly to the success and customer experience of a leading online sports retailer.
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