When you search for “Ecommerce Job Descriptions” on Google, you get more than 467,000 results. That’s not surprising for a growing sector that is relatively still new in some countries. But what is surprising is the different nature of many of those descriptions.
When you hire a Finance Manager or Systems Analyst, typically many companies have a similar description for each of those roles. They are clearly defined for the most part. The only exception may be for some particular systems or technologies you are required to have used or learn. Same goes for the position of Director of Digital Marketing.
Digital Marketing Director Roles Are Much Easier to Draft Than Ecommerce Roles
The description will be filled with buzz words like “must have proven expertise in SEO, SEM, B2C, B2B, Email marketing optimization, and affiliate marketing.” There may be some industry or company specifics that are different, but for the most part, hiring managers, human resources (HR) teams, and recruiters can fill these descriptions with the help of the department head.
But evolving and relatively nascent roles like Ecommerce are a bit more complex. And here’s where the fun starts for Ecommerce.
