Ecommerce Trading Manager (Germany)

Somerce is a TikTok Shop specialist agency focused on driving GMV growth for brands. We work with some of the fastest-growing beauty, fashion, lifestyle and FMCG brands across the UK, US and EU, managing everything from live commerce and affiliates to paid media and trading strategy.

This role is specifically focused on scaling German brands and the DACH market on TikTok Shop. You will act as the strategic lead for German clients, owning performance, communication and commercial growth end-to-end.

Fluent German (spoken and written) is essential for this role. You will be leading German client communication, creator relationships and trading strategy in-market.

Our wider client base includes: P.Louise, Unilever, Free Soul & L'Oréal.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Proven experience in e-commerce trading, merchandising or online retail
• Strong understanding of:
  • Conversion rate optimisation
  • AOV growth
  • Promotional mechanics
  • Product lifecycle management
  • Creation of bundles
• Comfortable working with performance data and GMV targets
• Commercially minded and confident making decisions
• Strong communication skills with both internal teams and clients

Desirable

• Experience with TikTok Shop, marketplaces or social commerce
• Background in beauty, fashion, lifestyle or FMCG e-commerce

Core Benefits

• Competitive salary, benchmarked to experience and performance
• Performance-related bonus / commission aligned to commercial impact
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Hybrid working with offices in London and Manchester
• Flexible working hours - we care about output, not clock-watching

Growth & Career Development

• Clear progression paths with responsibility early
• Regular performance reviews focused on development and impact
• Direct exposure to high-growth brands across the UK, US and EU
• Opportunity to work at the cutting edge of TikTok Shop and social commerce

Financial & Lifestyle Perks

• Company pension scheme
• Monthly wellness allowance (gym, fitness, mental wellbeing or similar)
• Team socials and events throughout the year
• Staff discounts across our brands and partners

Work Environment

• Fast-paced, high-ownership culture
• Minimal bureaucracy and maximum accountability
• Surrounded by people who care about performance, creativity and doing things properly
• A business that wins with its clients, shared success matters

The Somerce Difference

• We trust our people
• We move quickly and back good ideas
• You'll have real influence, not just responsibility
• If you perform, you'll grow, simple as that