Ecommerce Trading Executive

Job Title: Ecommerce Trading Executive
Location: Lancing, West Sussex, (Hybrid – Once a week minimum)
Salary: £31,716 per annum (Band E, Level 3)
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent

About the role

Are you passionate about e-commerce, data-driven decision making, and optimising online performance? Join Scout Store as our Ecommerce Trading Executive and help shape a digital shopping experience that supports Scouts across the UK and beyond.

In this exciting role, you'll support the Ecommerce Manager in delivering a high-performing online store. From improving customer journeys and analysing sales trends, to planning product launches and keeping our website fresh and engaging, you’ll be at the heart of our digital growth.

As our Ecommerce Trading Executive, the Key responsibilities are:

• Monitor daily online performance and support strategic improvements that drive sales
• Maintain a dynamic trading calendar and ensure product launches, offers, and content updates run smoothly
• Use data to finetune category merchandising, product recommendations, and promotions
• Collaborate across teams, from Marketing to Supply Chain to plan and deliver engaging, profitable campaigns
• Produce clear and insightful trade reports that highlight opportunities for growth

What we are looking for in our Ecommerce Trading Executive:

We're looking for a customer-first ecommerce professional with a strong commercial mindset and a love of data. You should be someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to take ownership of projects that improve online performance.

• Experience in ecommerce with a proven record of driving online sales
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, you can translate data into action
• Familiarity with platforms like Shopify, Magento, or WooCommerce
• Great communication skills and confidence collaborating across departments
• A proactive, organised approach with a focus on delivering measurable results

Why Join Us as our Ecommerce Trading Executive?

You'll be part of a purpose-driven team that values innovation, collaboration, and impact.

Benefits:

• We are an award-winning Charity of the Year (Charity Times Awards 2022) with over 400 employees across multiple locations across the country.
• 28 days holiday and going up to 32 days after 2 years’ service plus additional days at Christmas
• Work in a way that suits you, your role and your department
• Double matching pension up to 10% of gross salary
• Family Friendly employer with generous family leave

For a full list of our benefits, click here.

Closing date for applications: 11:59 pm Friday, 8th August 2025

Interviews will be held in person the week commencing Monday, 18th August 2025

Strictly no agencies. 

The Scouts is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We offer flexible working arrangements to support diverse needs and lifestyles, ensuring that our teams can thrive both professionally and personally. We welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life, believing that varied perspectives strengthen our innovation and community. Your unique experiences and ideas are essential to our success, and we look forward to hearing from all voices.