Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced E-Commerce Manager with expertise in Product Data Management (PDM) and Product Data Automation (PDA) to drive the architecture and optimization of our digital commerce ecosystem. The ideal candidate will play a key role in defining scalable, efficient, and automated product data workflows to enhance product listings, catalog management, and overall e-commerce operations. Key Responsibilities: 1. E-Commerce Architecture & Strategy: Define and implement scalable, high-performance e-commerce architectures to support business growth. Collaborate with stakeholders (IT, marketing, operations, product managers) to define the product data strategy aligned with business goals. Ensure integration of e-commerce platforms with Product Information Management (PIM), ERP, CMS, DAM, and other business systems. Provide technical leadership for e-commerce system design, including data modeling, APIs, and automation workflows. 2. Product Data Management (PDM): Design and manage centralized PIM (Product Information Management) solutions for structured and unstructured product data. Define and enforce product data governance , taxonomy, and data quality standards across multiple channels. Establish best practices for product catalog management , including SKU creation, categorization, and attributes mapping. Ensure seamless omnichannel data consistency across marketplaces, websites, mobile apps, and other sales channels. 3. Product Data Automation (PDA): Develop and implement automation solutions for product data ingestion, validation, enrichment, and syndication. Leverage AI/ML and rule-based engines to automate product classification, tagging, image recognition, and metadata generation . Design APIs and data pipelines to connect PIM, ERP, e-commerce platforms, and third-party data sources. Optimize bulk data processing workflows for large-scale product catalogs. 4. Systems Integration & API Management: Define data exchange protocols between PIM, e-commerce platforms (Magento, Shopify, SAP Commerce Cloud, etc.), and external partners. Ensure seamless integration of third-party tools, marketplaces (Amazon, eBay, Walmart, etc.), and pricing engines . Implement real-time data synchronization between different systems and platforms. 5. Performance Optimization & Scalability: Design scalable and resilient product data solutions to handle large catalogs and high traffic. Optimize database performance , indexing, and caching for improved data retrieval speed. Implement cloud-based architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP) to enhance performance and reliability. 6. Security & Compliance: Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.) for handling customer and product data. Implement role-based access control (RBAC) for product data workflows. Secure APIs and data transfers to prevent data leaks and unauthorized access. 7. Stakeholder Collaboration & Leadership: Act as a technical advisor to business and IT teams for e-commerce and product data solutions. Work closely with data engineers, developers, UX/UI designers, and business analysts to deliver seamless solutions. Train and mentor teams on best practices for product data management and automation . Required Qualifications & Skills: Technical Skills: E-Commerce Platforms: Expertise in Magento, Shopify Plus, SAP Commerce Cloud, BigCommerce, Salesforce Commerce Cloud , or similar. PIM Systems: Hands-on experience with Akeneo, Salsify, Informatica PIM, Stibo Systems, or inRiver PIM . Automation & Scripting: Experience with Python, Java, JavaScript, or SQL for automation. APIs & Integration: Strong knowledge of RESTful APIs, GraphQL, middleware (Mulesoft, Dell Boomi, Workato), and ETL pipelines . Cloud & DevOps: Familiarity with AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines . Data Handling: Experience in data modeling, transformation (ETL/ELT), and schema design . Machine Learning & AI (Preferred): Understanding of AI/ML for product data automation, NLP, and image recognition . Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to troubleshoot complex e-commerce and product data challenges. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to bridge technical and business teams. Strategic thinking and innovation mindset to drive automation and efficiency. Ability to work in an agile environment and adapt to changing business needs. Experience: 7+ years of experience in e-commerce architecture, product data management, and automation . Hands-on experience with PIM, API integrations, and e-commerce platforms is a must. Experience with large-scale, multi-channel product catalogs and marketplaces is highly desirable. Preferred Certifications (Optional but Beneficial): Magento/SAP Commerce/Shopify Plus Architect Certification PIM (Akeneo, Salsify, Stibo) Certification AWS/Azure Cloud Architect Certification Location & Work Mode: Remote / Hybrid / On-site (as per company policy) Travel may be required for stakeholder meetings and system integrations.