Ecommerce Trading Specialist

Overview

Join StudioForty9 as an Ecommerce Trading Specialist, where you will be instrumental in translating data-driven trading strategies into actionable site optimizations that foster tangible growth for clients' online retail platforms. Your role will be vital in managing product curation, improving onsite consumer interactions, and ensuring updates strategically drive commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute daily operations in Shopify and related platforms to enhance product visibility, search functionality, navigation, personalization, and merchandising, ensuring customers find the right items efficiently.
• Collaborate closely with E-Commerce Strategy Consultants to fine-tune plans aligned with trading objectives.
• Coordinate internally with business analysts, marketing teams, and account managers to sync trading activities with new product launches, promotional events, and wider marketing efforts.
• Engage in structured client communication through trading reports and scheduled monthly reviews to prioritize commercial outcomes.
• Drive metrics such as increasing online sales, improving conversion rates, enhancing customer experience, and maximizing trading returns.

Performance Indicators

• Growth in revenue per visitor, increased average order value, higher conversion rates, and overall client revenue enhancement.
• Timely and consistent completion of trading activities.
• Noticeable onsite performance improvements.
• Accuracy and clarity in trading reports and communications.
• High client satisfaction and retention.

Required Skills and Experience

• Three to five years of ecommerce experience, with at least two years focusing on online trading, merchandising, or conversion optimization, preferably within a dynamic agency or multi-brand setting.
• Proficiency with Shopify and its ecosystem is highly preferred. Experience with BigCommerce, Adobe Commerce, or Salesforce is also valued.
• Commercially driven with demonstrated ability to boost online revenue and meet key performance indicators.
• Strong analytical capabilities for interpreting ecommerce data, identifying opportunities, and translating insights into effective trading actions.
• Experience planning and executing weekly and monthly trading schedules in line with commercial objectives.
• Comprehensive understanding of onsite search, navigation, and merchandising strategies.
• Experience with personalization and optimization tools to enhance product discovery and increase average order values.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple client projects simultaneously.
• Fluent verbal and written English communication skills.

Desired Personal Traits

• Commercially minded with focus on impactful metrics such as conversion, revenue, and margins.
• Highly detail-focused, noticing subtle improvements that elevate performance and user experience.
• Analytical and inquisitive, adept at spotting data trends and suggesting thoughtful improvements.
• Proactive problem-solving attitude, independently identifying and addressing issues.
• Collaborative team player who works well across marketing, analytics, and design teams.
• Adaptable and agile, thriving in a fast-paced, remote work environment with shifting priorities.
• Growth-oriented mindset, open to experimentation and continuous learning.
• Effective communicator, able to clearly articulate actions taken and their impact.

Technology Stack

• Shopify / Shopify Plus platform expertise (primary); familiarity with BigCommerce, Adobe Commerce, Salesforce acceptable.
• Merchandising and personalization applications such as Rebuy, Nosto, Boost AI Search, Klevu, Shogun.
• Data analytics tools including Google Analytics 4, Shopify Analytics, Looker Studio, and Excel.
• Collaboration platforms: Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom.

Location and Work Environment

This remote position ideally suits candidates based in Ireland but is open to applicants within a two-hour time zone difference who have reliable internet connectivity. The team emphasizes close virtual collaboration with daily stand-ups, weekly meetings, and accessible communication channels.

About StudioForty9

StudioForty9 is a leading digital agency in Ireland recognized for delivering innovative ecommerce and omnichannel retail solutions to top Irish retailers. The agency is known for its experienced, creative, and commercially astute team focused on client growth across multiple digital platforms.

Why Join StudioForty9

• Make meaningful impact by directly improving client performance week over week.
• Enjoy flexible, remote-first working arrangements while maintaining strong team collaboration.
• Participate in a supportive culture encouraging knowledge sharing, professional growth, and recognition.
• Benefit from continuous learning opportunities including courses and training.
• Experience transparent leadership with open communication and approachability.
• Engage in regular virtual social activities and an inclusive culture valuing every voice.
• Work across diverse clients, sectors, and platforms offering broad ecommerce experience and growth potential.