Director of eCommerce

Ornua Co-operative Limited•Evanston, IL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a strategic, data-driven, and growth-oriented Director of eCommerce to lead our digital commerce strategy and transformation across all online channels. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for creating a cohesive strategy, accelerating revenue growth, expanding our digital shelf presence, and driving brand conversation across retailer.com, pureplay, DTC, and delivery platforms. The ideal candidate brings a strong commercial mindset, a deep experience of digital retail dynamics, and a proven track record of scaling CPG brands in the eCommerce ecosystem. You will partner cross-functionally with Sales and Marketing, as well as Supply, Finance, Category and Global teams to build a best-in-class digital commerce engine that fuels sustainable growth. This is a one-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join a purpose-led organization, winning team, and own transformational digital expansion to continue to drive growth for an iconic brand.

Requirements

7+ years of progressive sales leadership experience in CPG industry, digital sales, or omnichannel commercial leadership
Bachelor’s degree required, MBA preferred
Proven success growing brands online and all platforms
Strong understanding of digital shelf levers, media optimization, retail media networks, and performance marketing
Demonstrated ability of P&L ownership, building strategic partnerships and delivering measurable sales
Analytical mindset and proficiency with tools like Profitero and similar
Exceptional leadership, collaboration, and communication skills
Willingness to travel, both domestically and internationally
Self-motivated and positive attitude with great energy and growth mindset. Passionate about good, high-quality food.

Responsibilities

eCommerce Strategy Building and Leadership:
Develop and execute a comprehensive eCommerce growth strategy aligned with overall company objectives, including channel and customer prioritization, distribution, innovation, pricing and assortment plans
Define the roadmap to expand sales and market share across retailer.com, pureplay, marketplace, delivery and DTC channels
Drive the digital P&L by delivering revenue, profit, conversion and share targets while hitting on all key digital KPIs and optimizing trade and marketing investment
Customer and Platform Partnerships:
Lead commercial relationships with key eCommerce retailers and platforms, owning term negotiations, developing joint business plans and driving our category vision
Collaborate closely with customer sales teams to align online and B&M strategies to unlock holistic incremental growth
Business Performance and Data-Driven Insights:
Establish and track eCommerce KPIs including but not limited to sales, conversion rates, traffic, ROAS, digital share and forecast accuracy.
Deliver actionable insights to senior leadership and provide recommendations on accelerating performance
Monitor retailer and competitive trends, consumer response and behaviour to proactively adjust strategies
Cross-Functional Leadership:
Partner with Marketing, Supply and Finance teams to ensure seamless product availability, competitive pricing and consistent brand messaging
Lead a high-performing eCommerce team, while in its infancy, set up framework for the future

Benefits

Total Rewards at Ornua Foods North America will include a competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.
The following are a list of other benefits you can avail of: low employee contribution for Medical, Vision and Dental benefits cover; 401k; Paid Time Off; Maternity Leave (20 weeks); Parental Leave; Flexible working; Fitness Reimbursement; Charity Donation; Complimentary Kerrygold products; Free car parking and secure bicycle storage; Free healthy snacks and drinks in the office; Reward & Recognition program; Volunteering opportunities; Long Service Awards.
The salary range for this role is $158k to $204k and the candidate will be offered a salary commensurate with their level of experience.

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