D2C Ecommerce Manager

Russell Stover

$70K — $95K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related area and up to 5 years of related experience or equivalent
  • Proven track record managing a D2C ecommerce business
  • Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience
  • Expertise in SEO, Google SEM, and email management platforms (e.g., Listrak, Klayvio)
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in strategy development
  • A/B testing and UX/UI knowledge
  • Financial acumen with P&L and product forecasting experience

Responsibilities

  • Oversee performance and optimization of the Russellstover.com e-commerce platform
  • Execute strategic roadmap for site operations and merchandising
  • Enhance customer experience through improved site content and navigation
  • Manage D2C eCommerce channel P&L and product forecasting
  • Lead promotional calendar execution to drive revenue growth
  • Oversee SEO, SEM, email marketing, and social media advertising strategies
  • Conduct A/B tests and analyze KPIs for performance improvement
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and agencies for product features
  • Coordinate with IT for technical support during development
  • Ensure marketing compliance and management of one direct report

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with 3 days onsite in Kansas City, MO
  • Opportunity for relocation assistance within the continental U.S.
  • Culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability
  • Support for professional growth and development
  • Engagement in a company dedicated to quality and consumer safety
Full Job Description
A day in the life...

As a D2CEcommerce Manager, you will be responsible for the strategic roadmap of Russellstover.com, our D2C ecommerce business. You will work cross-functionally and with the Global Lindt team, in identifying and implementing the overall short and long-term strategy for site functionality and design (A/B testing, analytics), new programs, portfolio & promotions, and technical sprints, while managing the day-to-day operations and execution of the Russellstover.com website with focus on achieving sales and profitability goals.

This a hybrid role, onsite 3 days a week in Kansas City, MO. Relocation within the continental U.S. will be considered for qualified candidates.

What you will be doing...
  • Oversee the day-to-day performance, operation, and optimization of the Russellstover.com e-commerce Magento platform, accountable for conversion, profitability, and revenue goals.
  • Identify and execute strategic roadmap to ensure site operations, merchandising, and consumer journey are optimized and lead to measurable outcomes.
  • Enhance the customer journey across key seasons and everyday offering by improving site content, navigation, product discovery, and checkout processes.
  • Full ownership and management of the D2C eCommerce channel P&L and product forecasting
  • Ensure effective execution of the RussellStover.com promotional calendar and utilize segmentation and RGM best practices to grow revenue and average order value (AOV).
  • Lead strategy and oversee execution of SEO, SEM, email marketing, affiliate, loyalty program, and social media advertising, for increased site traffic and conversions.
  • Conduct A/B tests and monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as traffic, conversion rates, average order value, and customer lifetime value, providing actionable insights to improve performance.
  • Partner cross-functionally, and with Global, IT, and agencies to identify and launch new products or features
  • Collaborate with IT and development agency on technical execution, including the identification of when technical support is required. Consult on technical sprint requirements and enable development to stay within timeline.
  • Ensure site and marketing is legally compliant
  • Manage and develop one direct report (Ecommerce Specialist) - fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability.


This job posting is not all inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

Do you have what it takes?

(Required Qualifications)
  • A Bachelor's degree in a related area and up to 5 years of related experience in day-to-day, or equivalent work experience
  • Have managed a D2C ecommerce business that enables consumer transactions, leading its roadmap strategy & execution
  • At least 2 years supervisory experience required
  • Experience with promotional activity strategy for a D2C business, with proficiency in SEO, Google SEM, Google Analytics, and related email management platforms (Listrak, Klayvio, Mailchimp, or similar) - CRM a plus
  • Ability to analyze complex problems or data sets that provide clear strategic roadmaps and outcomes.
  • A/B testing, UX/UI experience
  • Strong financial acumen, with P&L ownership & product forecasting experience
  • High level of professionalism, with a get-it-done mentality
  • Collaborative team player with a positive attitude, strong sense of empathy and ability to be decisive
  • A strategic thinker who can 'connect the dots' of the bigger picture, as well as being comfortable in the details of the deliverables
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently, with or without an accommodation


Do you stand above the rest?

(Preferred Qualifications)

  • Experience with Adobe Magento platform
  • Consumer Packaged Goods D2C experience
  • Experience in HTML, consumer journey mapping, and social media ads
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with executive presence.
  • Understands TCPA & ADA requirements


If visiting our manufacturing plants, you will be expected to:
  • Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines during plant visits to support product quality and uphold food safety standards.
  • Complete and follow FSQA training and programs to comply with regulatory requirements, ensure consumer safety, and support the company's food safety and quality objectives.
  • Promptly report any observed or suspected issues that may impact food safety, quality, or compliance to the designated plant personnel, to support timely corrective actions and maintain compliance.
  • Actively contributes to the continuous improvement of the company's Food Safety Culture through engagement and actions aligned with your role.


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