Universal Container Services
Ecommerce & Marketing Manager
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Universal Container Services Ltd
Location: Irlam, Manchester (M44)
Salary: 50k to 60k
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
About Universal Container Services
Universal Container Services Ltd is one of the UK's leading suppliers of shipping containers, container conversions and container accessories. As our business continues to grow, we're expanding our digital team to maximise online sales, strengthen our brand and deliver an exceptional customer experience across every platform.
We're looking for an ambitious, commercially focused Ecommerce & Marketing Manager to take ownership of our online sales channels and marketing strategy while helping build and lead our in-house digital department.
The Role
This is a senior, hands-on role responsible for driving revenue across our ecommerce platforms while overseeing the company's marketing activities.
You'll manage and optimise our online sales channels, develop marketing campaigns that generate enquiries and sales, and ensure our brand is represented consistently across every customer touchpoint.
Working closely with the Sales Director and senior management team, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of our ecommerce and marketing operations.
Key Responsibilities
Ecommerce Management
- Take ownership of all ecommerce platforms, including WooCommerce, eBay, Amazon and Facebook Marketplace.
- Develop strategies to increase online sales, enquiries and profitability.
- Optimise product listings, pricing, merchandising and customer journeys.
- Improve conversion rates through continuous testing and website improvements.
- Monitor platform performance and identify opportunities for growth.
- Introduce new sales channels and marketplace opportunities.
- Analyse sales data and produce regular commercial performance reports.
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Marketing
- Develop and deliver the company's marketing strategy.
- Manage SEO, PPC and paid advertising alongside external agencies.
- Plan and execute email marketing campaigns and automated customer journeys.
- Oversee social media activity and digital campaigns.
- Coordinate promotional campaigns, product launches and seasonal offers.
- Manage photography, video content and creative marketing assets.
Brand Management
- Maintain and strengthen the Universal Container Services brand.
- Ensure consistent branding across websites, marketplaces, advertising, printed materials and exhibitions.
- Develop sales collateral including brochures, presentations, case studies and promotional material.
Team Leadership
- Help build and develop the ecommerce and marketing department.
- Provide direction and support to the Ecommerce Executive and Website Developer.
- Manage relationships with external agencies, designers and suppliers.
- Introduce new systems, processes and best practices to improve efficiency and performance.
About You
You'll be commercially driven, analytical and passionate about ecommerce.
You'll understand that successful ecommerce isn't just about listing products—it's about continuously improving the customer experience, increasing conversion rates and using data to make better commercial decisions.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in an Ecommerce Manager or Ecommerce & Marketing Manager role.
- Strong understanding of ecommerce platforms, preferably WooCommerce, eBay and Amazon.
- Experience managing SEO, PPC and digital marketing campaigns.
- Knowledge of email marketing and CRM systems.
- Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
- Excellent project management and organisational abilities.
- Experience managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Desirable
- HubSpot experience.
- Google Analytics 4 and Google Search Console.
- Marketplace optimisation experience.
- Experience with product data management and feed optimisation.
- Basic design skills using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
- Experience managing or mentoring a small team.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary.
- Full-time permanent position.
- Monday to Friday working.
- Company pension.
- Free on-site parking.
- Career progression opportunities.
- The opportunity to build and shape a growing ecommerce department.
- A role where your ideas will directly influence the company's growth.
Why Join Universal Container Services?
This is an opportunity to lead the growth of a rapidly expanding ecommerce operation with thousands of active product listings across multiple online channels.
You'll have the freedom to introduce new ideas, improve performance and build a best-in-class ecommerce and marketing function that has a measurable impact on the business.
If you're passionate about ecommerce, data-driven marketing and delivering commercial results, we'd love to hear from you.
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