Commerce Digital Consultant

Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience. 

The opportunity

At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries. 

We are proud of: 

• The work we do and the innovation we drive 
• Our values of share, care and dare 
• A workplace culture that fosters creativity, diversity and autonomy 
• Our borderless, global framework, which enables seamless collaboration 

 

The role  

As a Commerce Digital Consultant, you’ll create a bridge between Commerce strategy, Technology and Product Information. You’ll be at the forefront of customer interaction, ensuring our clients are fully leveraging their search investments and providing the means to drive innovative experiences.  

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Commerce Digital Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a Commerce expert with a strong knowledge of search technologies. The Commerce Digital Consultant will be responsible for providing strategic guidance, technical expertise, and implementation support to clients seeking to optimize their functionalities and improve user experience. 

You will thrive in this role if you are: 

• A curious problem solver who challenges the status quo 
• A collaborator who values teamwork and knowledge-sharing 
• Excited by the intersection of technology, creativity and data 
• Experienced in Agile methodologies and consulting (a plus) 

Role responsibilities

Consulting & Strategic Planning 

• Offer consulting services and execute mandates focused on B2B & B2C digital transformation. 

• Spearhead and conduct extensive project discovery sessions to delve deep into business requirements. 

• Craft detailed BRD (Business Requirements Document) showcasing the intricate needs of clients.  

• Lead strategic engagements on internal research. From discovery, implementation, configuration and optimization of the search experience leveraging various platforms and solutions. 

• Conceptualize epics and stories, subsequently building and prioritizing robust project backlogs, ensuring that assumptions and dependencies are duly considered. 

• Collaborate with solution architects to bridge the gap between business requirements and technical necessities. 

• Engage in strategic endeavors, assisting clients in both defining and achieving present and future business aspirations. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and other SMEs to implement recommended solutions. 

• Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate clients on search best practices and maximize the effectiveness of their search functionality. 

• Configure, customize, and optimize search solutions to align with clients' specific requirements and objectives. 
• Partner with Client Partners (VPs/ADs) to leverage synergies across mandates, promoting a cohesive sharing of strategic insights. 

Operational Excellence & Monitoring 

• Own the orchestration of operational groups, ensuring they synergize to deliver exceptional consulting services to clients. 

• Track vital metrics and KPIs to gauge the ROI of projects, and proactively monitor the overall performance, emphasizing an ROI-centric approach in every client deliverable. 

• Lead client teams towards a culture of Performance Measurement, showcasing the potential of key KPIs in their deliverables. 

• Supervise and refine the client backlog to ensure it aligns with the client's vision and business objectives, spotlighting areas ripe for consulting services intervention. 

• Assess clients' eCommerce performance against set business objectives, proactively pinpointing areas of improvement, and ensuring that these insights are relayed back to the client with the support of the AD, VP, and client services teams. 
• Monitor and analyze search performance metrics to measure the impact of implemented solutions and identify opportunities for further optimization. 

Sales & Business Development 

• Recognize consulting service needs of clients, position them in sync with other offerings, price them competitively, and ensure their delivery adds substantial value to clients. 

• Engage in sales pitches, encompassing concept creation, methodology definition, costing, and final presentation. 

• Collaborate with sales and business development teams to identify opportunities for new business and contribute to the development of proposals and pitches. Search will be a big component but not limited to it. 

 

Expertise & Thought Leadership 

• Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in search technology and provide thought leadership and expertise to clients and internal teams. 
• Share and promote your expertise both within the organization and externally, through avenues like internal training sessions, lunch & learn initiatives, conferences, and more. 

Must have qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in eCommerce strategy with entreprise accounts 

• Knowledge of eCommerce Platforms such as Optimizely Configured Commerce, Adobe Commerce, SalesForce Commerce Cloud, VTEX, SAP Commerce Cloud, etc.  

• 2+ years of experience leading discovery, implementation, configuration and optimization of  search solutions such as Algolia, Bloomreach Discovery, Coveo, Klevu, SearchSpring and Elastic – Experience with these platforms is considered a strong asset. 

• Fluent in English.

• A proactive leader with business acumen 

• Positive attitude and diplomatic approach to communication 

• Ability to communicate complex ideas in a simple way, including to a C-level audience 

• University education in eCommerce, IT, business administration or any other related field (or relevant experience) 

• Knowledge of retail, B2C, B2B and D2C. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and derive actionable insights. 

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team environment. 

 

Nice to have qualifications  

 

• Certification in search technology is a plus. 
• Technical background, understanding queries, JavaScript, configuration and integration of 3rd Party solutions is a plus. 
• French skills. 

 

If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn. 

 

Commitment to reaching all kinds of people 

We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all. 

 

The benefits   

Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer: 

• Flexibility, with remote and hybrid work options (country-dependent) 
• Career advancement, with international mobility and professional development programs 
• Learning and development, with access to cutting-edge tools, training and industry experts 

Our benefits are tailored to each location. Your Talent Partner will provide full details during the hiring process. 

  

Your application process

Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If your skills and experience align with the role, we’ll reach out for next steps. 

⚠️ Beware of recruitment fraud: Only engage with official Valtech email addresses ending in @valtech.com. 

We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know. 

  

About Valtech

Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world. 

At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more. 

At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate. 

Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.