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Head of Ecommerce (Hybrid)

Cella

San Francisco, CA
Contract
Director
104k-114k
4 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Digital & eCommerce to lead the digital transformation and eCommerce growth for a large retail client. Reporting directly to the CEO and serving as a key member of the leadership team, this role will be instrumental in shaping and executing a cutting-edge digital strategy. The position involves owning the end-to-end performance of the eCommerce business, driving results across all aspects of the customer journey—including site experience, content, merchandising, customer service, and operations. It is a highly collaborative role, working cross-functionally with teams in finance, marketing, creative, design, and external partners to deliver a seamless and impactful digital experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the eCommerce team in achieving performance targets and executing key strategic initiatives to support the overall P&L and long-term growth objectives.
  • Oversee commercial planning and flawless execution of major sales events, including Black Friday/Cyber Monday, ensuring alignment between strategic goals and on-the-ground execution.
  • Manage all digital marketing communications, including email, mobile, and other digital channels, to meet revenue and margin goals.
  • Build strong cross-functional partnerships with teams such as Marketing and Creative to support acquisition and retention efforts.
  • Guide retention strategies across email, media, SMS, and on-site experiences in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Participate in planning and milestone meetings to ensure eCommerce strategies are aligned with financial, merchandising, and product assortment objectives.
  • Serve as a strategic partner to the Head of Marketing, focusing on website experience and performance marketing alignment.
  • Champion an optimized customer journey, ensuring the digital experience reflects brand storytelling while meeting commercial targets.
  • Lead relationships with developers, technology partners, and external agencies to continuously improve the digital platform and customer experience.
  • Facilitate weekly eCommerce business reviews, driving insights into actionable plans and follow-through with the team.

Requirements

  • Proven experience leading an eCommerce business, with full P&L responsibility and a track record of team leadership and delivering site performance.
  • Hands-on familiarity with Shopify and related technology platforms, including ESPs, product recommendation engines, and search tools.
  • Strong analytical and data-driven mindset, with the ability to translate insights into strategic business decisions.
  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, capable of influencing across all organizational levels.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and solution-focused, with a team-first mentality.
  • Strong business acumen and the ability to identify and act on complex challenges and opportunities.
  • Skilled in driving alignment and collaboration across diverse stakeholders and teams.

Nice to Have

  • Experience working in a retail environment with large-scale sales events.
  • Familiarity with digital marketing channels beyond email, such as mobile and SMS.
  • Experience working with external agencies and technology partners to improve digital platforms.

Qualifications

  • Experience with full P&L responsibility in an eCommerce setting.
  • Hands-on experience with Shopify and related technology platforms.

Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance.
  • Short-term disability and a 401K plan.
  • Pay based on education, work experience, location, certifications, and specific job duties.

Working at Cella

At Cella, a Randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and are committed to an inclusive hiring and interview process that meets the needs of all applicants.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 19, 2025
Job CategoryGrowth Marketing
Salary104k-114k
Job TypeContract
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceDirector

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About Cella

Website

cellainc.com

Location

San Francisco, CA

Industry

Office Administrative Services

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