About the Role
Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Digital Project Manager to lead transformative e-commerce projects. This is a fully remote role, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within the UK. You will be instrumental in driving the development and enhancement of our client's online presence, managing the entire project lifecycle from conception to launch and ongoing optimization. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of e-commerce platforms, digital marketing strategies, and user experience (UX) principles. You will lead cross-functional teams, including designers, developers, and marketing specialists, fostering collaboration and ensuring successful project delivery against aggressive timelines. This role requires exceptional strategic thinking, leadership, and communication skills to navigate the complexities of the digital landscape. You will play a key part in shaping the future of our client's online business, driving innovation and maximizing customer engagement. We are looking for a proactive, results-driven individual who thrives in a dynamic, remote-first environment and can effectively manage multiple high-priority initiatives. The **Edinburgh, Scotland, UK** based company values cutting-edge digital solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria for e-commerce initiatives in alignment with business goals.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, budget management, and risk assessments.
- Lead and manage cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, developers, and marketing specialists, ensuring effective collaboration.
- Oversee the end-to-end development and implementation of e-commerce platforms, features, and digital marketing campaigns.
- Manage relationships with third-party vendors and agencies, ensuring timely and quality delivery of services.
- Facilitate agile ceremonies and promote best practices in project management for digital product development.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement proactive solutions to mitigate risks and ensure on-time delivery.
- Communicate project status, updates, and key decisions effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
- Drive continuous improvement in project management processes and methodologies within the e-commerce domain.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field.
- A minimum of 7 years of experience in digital project management, with at least 4 years focused specifically on e-commerce projects.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, high-traffic e-commerce websites and platforms.
- Strong understanding of e-commerce technologies (e.g., Shopify, Magento, Salesforce Commerce Cloud), digital marketing, SEO, and UX/UI principles.
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello).
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced, remote setting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
- Experience working with international markets and localization is a plus.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and annual performance bonus.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off and holiday allowance.
- Pension scheme with company match.
- Opportunities for professional development, training, and attending industry conferences.
- Home office setup allowance.
- A collaborative and innovative remote work culture.
- Employee discounts on company products.
