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Closed CLOSING DATE: 16/09/2018

Essence of Harris

E-Commerce Graduate

Undergraduate Degree, Postgraduate Degree

Closing Date:: 16/09/2018
Skill:: Marketing market research and PR
Region:: Western Isles
Salary: £22,000 per annum, pro-rata
Length:: 6 months
Ref code: ROTKCNMQEO

Placement summary

Buth Bheag Ltd (Essence of Harris) is a family-run candle and home fragrance company, based on the scenic Isle of Harris, in the Outer Hebrides.

Job description

Project Description

There is now an excellent opportunity for a 6-month graduate placement to develop a successful e-commerce website for both domestic and international customers, as well as implementing a detailed stock control system.

Placement Objectives

As above.

Role Description

The successful candidate will review and develop the company’s e-commerce platform for domestic and international customers.

Specific tasks of the placement will include:

Review and analyse data from the current website and social media platforms, using a conversion rate optimisation (CRO) approach.
Conduct both a UK and US Competitor Analysis report, to identify trends and gain a better understanding of these markets.
Review best practice for exporting to domestic and international markets.
Review current practices and develop a new e-commerce strategy.
Develop and implement a robust stock control system for use across the company’s current retail outlets.

For informal enquiries regarding this position please contact Jamie McGowan on 01859502768.

This position is part funded by Highlands and Islands Enterprise and the European Regional Development Fund.

Qualifications

Minimum Degree level, preferably related to Business Studies, Marketing or IT. Other subjects accepted provided the candidate has the required skills.

Skills / Experience

Essential Skills

Knowledge of marketing principles.
Knowledge and passion for online business, e-commerce and sales.
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate.
High level of IT literacy.
Self-motivated and results orientated.
Good organisational skills.
Proactive and a team player, but able to work on own initiative.
Commitment to the completing the placement

Desirable Skills

Good Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel).
Experience of Google Analytics or equivalent.
Knowledge of social media platforms, such as Facebook, Instagram, Hootsuite, Twitter for business use.

Benefits

Company benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a dedicated, energetic team based on the beautiful Isle of Harris, in the Outer Hebrides.

The successful candidate will also be encouraged to attend any additional courses and training for personal development, in agreement with his/her line manager.

Placement benefits

An integral part of the ScotGrad Graduate Placement Programme is the tailored 4-day residential graduate business skills training course. ScotGrad placements also offer a unique opportunity to connect with a network of graduates and ScotGrad alumni. All graduates appointed through the programme are encouraged to use ScotGrad’s networks to communicate with other ScotGrad participants, learn about any professional development opportunities, including any relevant networking events and build up a professional network.

Additional information

Location: Tarbert

Preferred start date: 05/11/2018