The Ecommerce Business Development Specialist is responsible for driving the growth of an organization’s online business. This role involves identifying new business opportunities, forming strategic partnerships, and implementing effective sales strategies to enhance ecommerce performance. The specialist collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve online sales, customer engagement, and the overall digital shopping experience. Their goal is to increase market share and revenue through innovative business initiatives.
| Experience | |
| Salary | Market Competitive |
| Location | UAE, Dubai |
| Qualification | |
| Posted | 06 September 2024 |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Posted by | Habeebi Recruiter |
| last date to apply | apply within 15 days |
Key Responsibilities
- Market Research and Business Strategy Development
The Ecommerce Business Development Specialist conducts thorough market research to identify trends, competitive advantages, and potential new revenue streams. By analyzing consumer behavior, competitor performance, and industry forecasts, the specialist develops comprehensive business strategies to boost ecommerce sales. This includes planning for product launches, seasonal campaigns, and other market-driven initiatives. - Partnership and Vendor Management
A crucial responsibility of this role is forming and maintaining partnerships with vendors, suppliers, and third-party platforms. The specialist negotiates favorable terms with partners, ensuring that the company benefits from optimal pricing, product variety, and quality. In addition, the specialist explores new partnerships with ecommerce platforms, marketplaces, and affiliates to expand the company’s digital presence and customer reach. - Sales Growth and Performance Analysis
The Ecommerce Business Development Specialist is tasked with driving online sales growth through strategic initiatives such as promotions, partnerships, and targeted marketing campaigns. This includes analyzing ecommerce metrics like conversion rates, customer acquisition costs, and sales funnel performance to identify opportunities for optimization. The specialist regularly tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) and implements strategies to meet or exceed revenue targets. - Customer Experience and Retention
Improving the overall customer experience is another core responsibility. The specialist works with the web development, marketing, and customer service teams to ensure that the digital shopping experience is seamless, user-friendly, and engaging. This includes optimizing the website’s user interface (UI), ensuring fast checkout processes, and addressing customer feedback. The specialist also implements loyalty programs and personalized marketing efforts to improve customer retention. - Ecommerce Platform Optimization
The specialist plays an integral role in ensuring that the ecommerce platform operates efficiently and meets the evolving needs of the business. This includes working with IT teams to improve the website’s functionality, ensuring it is optimized for both desktop and mobile devices. The specialist may also oversee the integration of new tools or software that enhance the shopping experience, from payment gateways to CRM systems. - Cross-functional Collaboration
The Ecommerce Business Development Specialist collaborates closely with other departments, including marketing, product management, and logistics, to implement growth strategies. By coordinating with the marketing team, the specialist helps create promotional campaigns, SEO strategies, and social media outreach programs. This collaboration ensures the company’s ecommerce goals are fully supported across all functions.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Ecommerce, or a related field.
- Proven experience in ecommerce business development, sales, or digital marketing.
- Strong understanding of ecommerce platforms, such as Shopify, Magento, or WooCommerce.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Analytical mindset with experience in data-driven decision-making.
- Proficiency in tools like Google Analytics, CRM platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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