We are partnering with a fast-growing, design-led retail brand to appoint a Digital Trading Lead to take ownership of online commercial performance across DTC and marketplace channels.
THE ROLE WILL REQUIRE RELOCATION TO DUBAI
This is a high-impact role sitting at the centre of the digital function — responsible for shaping online growth strategy, driving revenue performance, and continuously optimising the customer journey across web and app platforms.
This opportunity offers strong visibility within a dynamic retail environment and the chance to scale a high-performing digital channel in a rapidly evolving regional market.
The Opportunity You will lead the digital trading agenda with accountability for revenue, conversion, margin and customer experience optimisation across multiple territories.
Your remit will include:Commercial & Trading Ownership Define and execute digital trading strategy aligned with regional growth objectives. Own promotional planning and trading calendars across DTC and third-party marketplaces. Drive revenue through proactive analysis of KPIs including traffic, conversion, AOV and sell-through. Translate stock, pricing and performance data into actionable commercial decisions. Digital Merchandising & Customer Experience Lead site and app merchandising strategy, ensuring best-in-class navigation, product storytelling and seasonal execution. Continuously improve UX through testing, behavioural insight and conversion optimisation initiatives. Implement cross-sell and upsell strategies to enhance basket value and customer lifetime value. Platform & Roadmap Contribution Collaborate with Product and Technology teams to prioritise enhancements based on commercial ROI. Identify friction points and drop-offs, driving measurable improvements in site performance. Ensure integrated execution of campaigns across digital touchpoints including CRM, homepage and app. Performance, Forecasting & Leadership Own weekly and monthly trade reporting for senior leadership. Lead forecasting cycles and performance planning. Support and mentor team members, fostering a results-driven trading culture.
About You5+ years’ experience in digital trading or e Commerce leadership within fashion, lifestyle or consumer retail. Strong commercial mindset with proven revenue-driving capability. Experience operating within GCC or international multi-region environments preferred. Highly analytical, confident in data interpretation and performance optimisation. Advanced Excel proficiency; experience with analytics and optimisation platforms advantageous. Confident communicator able to influence cross-functional stakeholders in a fast-paced retail environment.
Why This Role? Ownership of meaningful digital revenue streams in a growth market. Exposure to a leadership team with clear digital ambition. High-autonomy role with scope to shape the regional digital roadmap. Dubai-based opportunity within a progressive, expanding retail group.