Client Details
Our client is a market-leading producer of high-end manufactured automotive products distributed across the UK and worldwide. You will be joining a fast-paced environment in a production and distribution logistics hub with circa 250 colleagues across operations, supply chain and production. The business is a growing SME business dedicated to bespoke UK manufacturing based in Alfreton, Derbyshire. The business is currently on-going a large transition into activating their product range within the E-Commerce space - utilising channels such as Amazon, Ebay etc.
Job Description
As a E-Commerce Sales Manager you will report in to the Sales Director on a daily basis. You will be responsible for the following areas across the Alfreton, Derbyshire office:
* Set up, launch, and manage online sales channels across marketplaces such as eBay and Amazon, ensuring accurate product listings and consistent brand presentation.
* Independently develop and execute e-commerce sales strategies to drive revenue growth across a high-SKU automotive parts catalogue.
* Create, optimise, and maintain product listings, including pricing, descriptions, images, and keyword strategies to maximise visibility and conversion rates.
* Monitor marketplace performance metrics (sales, margins, traffic, conversion rates) and implement data-driven improvements.
* Collaborate closely with the Sales Director to align online sales strategies with overall commercial objectives and targets.
* Work alongside the Customer Service Manager to ensure a seamless customer journey, including handling queries, returns, and feedback effectively.
* Manage inventory coordination and stock availability across platforms, ensuring accurate syncing with internal systems for a large and complex SKU base.
* Stay up to date with marketplace policies, trends, and competitor activity, proactively identifying opportunities to expand channels and improve performance.
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will have an expansive background in the manufacturing industry, ideally within the automotive parts sector. The ideal E-Commerce Sales Manager will have the following skills and experience:
* 3+ year's experience in a similar e-commerce sales based role (ideally within automotive or high volume manufactured products).
* Proven experience managing e-commerce marketplaces (e.g. eBay, Amazon), including setting up and optimising product listings.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data, KPIs, and performance metrics to drive growth.
* Experience working with large product catalogues (high SKU environments), ideally within automotive parts or a similar technical industry.
* Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with sales leadership and customer service teams.
* Commutable to Alfreton, Derbyshire, on a hybrid basis.
What's On Offer?
* £45,000-£55,000
* 32 days annual leave
* Company managerial bonus (uncapped in line with company profits)
* Comprehensive company benefits account.
* High-end training & development and large opportunities to progress
Salary description
£45000.00 - £55000.00 per year