WHO WE ARE

Known best as the "Undisputed King of Trainers", JD Sports is one of the world's leading sports fashion retailers, bringing together the biggest global brands in footwear, apparel, and accessories.

Founded in 1981 in Greater Manchester, UK, JD Group has grown into a global powerhouse with more than 3,400 stores worldwide. Driven by our connection to the worlds of Sport, Music and Fashion, we inspire the next generation through the products, experiences and culture we deliver every day.

Since launching in Australia in 2017, JD Sports has expanded to over 70 stores across Australia and New Zealand. As we continue to evolve our digital and retail presence, we're looking for ambitious people who want to make an impact and help shape what's next.

At JD Sports, we don't just follow trends, we set them. We challenge convention, think bigger and move faster. If you're passionate about digital, commercial performance and being part of a high-growth business, we'd love to hear from you.

THE ROLE

JD Sports is on the lookout for a Senior Digital Trade Manager to join our Digital team! This role leads on trading activities to ensure we achieve targets for revenue, profit, traffic, and efficiency in our digital business.

Reporting into the Head of Digital Trade ANZ, this role is responsible for, but not limited to:

• Deliver all channel plan phasing, working closely with paid media and wider trading teams to forecast required channel traffic, spend, and conversion performance to achieve commercial sales targets while maintaining efficiencies

• Manage the digital trading calendar for the market and own communications to trading teams and the broader business, ensuring all trading streams and stakeholders are prepared for all activity

• Track and analyse product performance, and plan actions to maximize performing lines and support underperforming products

• Guide social, CRM, and content streams in planning marketing messaging on both paid and organic channels to drive efficient full-funnel coverage

• Maintain strong relationships with paid and earned media teams, third-party and brand marketing teams, other internal stakeholders, and external partners to ensure alignment on key activities

• Refine and optimize merchandising activity by analysing traffic and sales data to improve overall effectiveness across categories

WHO YOU ARE

• Minimum of 5 years' Ecommerce experience (retail experience preferable)

• Hands-on platform experience (e.g., Shopify, Bloomreach, Magento)

• Experience managing sales budgets and forecasting processes

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work within planning frameworks

• Experience working within commercial trading functions

• Sound understanding of other areas of an e-commerce business, including merchandising, content, performance marketing, social media, CRM, and customer logistics

• Leadership and training capabilities to develop and upskill other team members

• Commercial brand awareness and understanding of the Australian fashion retail landscape

WHY THIS ROLE?

This is more than a Digital Trade role, it's an opportunity to influence the performance of one of Australia's fastest-growing retail brands. You'll work alongside passionate and talented teams, contribute to high-impact commercial decisions, and play a key role in shaping the future of our digital business.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive salary package

• Birthday leave because your day should be celebrated

• Generous staff discounts for you, your family and friends

• Training, development and ongoing learning opportunities

• Career progression across Retail, Support Office and Distribution Centre functions

• Monthly culture committee events and team celebrations

• Pre-pay day lunches

• Brand new CBD office location

• Employee referral bonus scheme

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

• Be part of a business that's growing rapidly across ANZ and globally

JOIN THE TEAM

We're looking for driven, commercially minded and passionate individuals who want to make an impact, challenge the status quo and grow alongside a global brand.

At JD Sports, we’re passionate about developing our people and creating opportunities for growth. JD values diversity and inclusion and champions a culture where everyone feels valued, included, and celebrated.  

Please note, by applying for this role, you consent to us completing a Work Rights check to verify your working rights where required.

Ready to make your mark? Apply now and take the next step in your career with JD Sports.