eCommerce & Product Management Talent Search

Specialist eCommerce and Product Talent Search for Irish employers

eCommerce and product teams sit at the intersection of customer experience, commercial performance, data and technology. The right people can strengthen online trading, improve digital experiences, prioritise product roadmaps and turn investment into measurable business growth.

Finding those people is not always straightforward. Strong candidates must combine specialist expertise with commercial judgement, stakeholder influence and the ability to deliver in changing environments.

Connexus works with organisations across Ireland to recruit experienced eCommerce and product professionals. We take time to understand the purpose of the role, the outcomes expected from the successful candidate and the type of environment in which they will be working.

Our approach goes beyond matching job titles and keywords. We assess the experience, capabilities and working style needed to make the appointment successful over the longer term.

8 weeks : The median time-to-hire reported in Connexus Talent Insights 2026.

How we approach eCommerce and Product Talent Search

MAP

We clarify the purpose of the role, the outcomes expected from the successful candidate and the capabilities required to deliver them. We then map the relevant market against your requirements.

ENGAGE

We approach suitable active and passive professionals, communicating the opportunity clearly and assessing their experience, motivations and potential fit.

DELIVER

We present a focused shortlist supported by clear candidate information, market feedback and practical guidance for the interview process.

CONNECT

We support interview coordination, feedback, offer management and communication through to placement, helping both parties make a well-informed decision.

When employers engage Connexus

Building a new function

Hiring the first eCommerce or product professionals needed to establish a new capability, launch a digital channel or support business growth.

Replacing a critical hire

Finding experienced professionals who can maintain momentum, provide leadership and take ownership of an established function.

Scaling for
growth

Strengthening a team when increasing customer demand, digital investment or commercial targets require additional capability.

Running a confidential search

Managing sensitive appointments with discretion and a carefully targeted approach to the market.

eCommerce and Product roles we recruit

Connexus recruits experienced professionals across eCommerce, online trading, product management and digital delivery. Our work typically covers specialist, senior and leadership appointments.

eCommerce leadership and trading

Head of eCommerce
eCommerce Director
eCommerce Manager
Online Trading Manager
Digital Trading Manager
Marketplace Manager
Digital Merchandising Manager
eCommerce Operations Manager

Product management and leadership

Chief Product Officer
Head of Product
Product Director
Senior Product Manager
Product Manager
Digital Product Manager
Digital Product Owner
Product Operations Manager

Digital delivery and optimisation

Digital Programme Manager
Digital Project Manager
Product Analyst
Conversion Rate Optimisation Specialist
Customer Experience Manager

The scope of these roles can differ considerably between organisations. We work with employers to define the capabilities, commercial experience and leadership qualities genuinely needed before approaching the market.

What employers say about working with Connexus:

“I have worked with the team at Connexus for over a year now. They have supported on everything from assistant to senior manager roles to contract appointments. No ask has been too small for Connexus, the team have always sought to understand our business and the needs of each of the roles. They have placed some really successful candidates. Communication is excellent, I would highly recommend.”

General Paints Group

Head of Marketing

“I have worked with Connexus to recruit a number of team members during my time as Head of Marketing at Very Ireland. Connexus has been a joy to work with each time and really took a lot of time to understand not only the requirements of each role but also to understand the company culture and myself as a manager so he could find and place the right candidates. I highly recommend Connexus and I will continue to work with them in the future.”

The Very Group

Head of Marketing

“I cannot speak highly enough about the excellent service provided by Keith and his Team at Connexus. From the initial consultation to the successful placement of candidates, every step of the process was handled with professionalism, efficiency, and a deep understanding of our company's culture and needs.”

LifeStyle Sports

Head of Talent Acquisition

Typical eCommerce and Product hiring requirements

Building an eCommerce leadership function

An organisation investing in online growth may need an experienced eCommerce leader who can take ownership of trading performance, customer experience, digital operations and cross-functional delivery.

Hiring a Product Manager for a complex roadmap

A business may require a Product Manager who can translate commercial priorities into a clear roadmap, balance competing stakeholder requirements and work effectively with technical and customer-facing teams.

Strengthening digital delivery capability

A growing team may need a Digital Product Owner or Digital Project Manager who can coordinate delivery, improve working practices and maintain momentum across several initiatives.

What employers need to know when hiring eCommerce and Product talent

Strong eCommerce and product professionals are often approached about opportunities before they begin an active job search. Employers therefore need a clear proposition, realistic expectations and a recruitment process that maintains candidate engagement.

Connexus Talent Insights reported a median time-to-hire of eight weeks. For business-critical appointments, delays in agreeing requirements, interview availability or decision-making can make it harder to secure preferred candidates.

Before beginning a search, employers should agree:

The commercial outcomes the successful candidate will own.
Which capabilities are essential and which can be developed.
The salary range and wider employment proposition.
Expectations concerning office, hybrid or remote working.
Who will participate in interviews and approve the appointment.
How quickly feedback and decisions can be provided.

A well-defined brief enables a more focused search and gives suitable candidates a clearer reason to consider the opportunity.

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eCommerce and Product Talent Search FAQs

Connexus recruits specialist, senior and leadership professionals across eCommerce, online trading, product management and digital delivery. These include Heads of eCommerce, eCommerce Managers, Online Trading Managers, Heads of Product, Product Managers, Digital Product Owners and Digital Project Managers.

Yes. Connexus works with organisations hiring eCommerce and product professionals across Ireland. The appropriate candidate market will depend on the role’s location, seniority, working arrangement and required experience.

Yes. We can conduct focused and confidential searches for senior, leadership or business-critical appointments. The process begins with a detailed briefing to establish the scope of the role, the target candidate market and the level of confidentiality required.

We combine market mapping, direct candidate engagement, specialist networks and our existing talent community. This allows us to reach relevant professionals who may not be responding to job advertisements but could consider the right opportunity.

Timelines depend on the seniority of the role, the availability of relevant skills, salary, location and the complexity of the interview process. Connexus Talent Insights 2026 reported a median time-to-hire of eight weeks across the market. A clear brief and efficient decision process can help employers maintain momentum.

Submit your brief through the website or contact the Connexus team directly. We will arrange an initial conversation to understand the role, hiring context, required capabilities and preferred recruitment timeline.

eCommerce & Product Management Talent Search in Ireland

Specialist eCommerce and Product Talent Search for Irish employers

How we approach eCommerce and Product Talent Search