Junior Store Manager - 6 month FTC at Universal Music Group

London, England, United Kingdom

Universal Music Group Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Music, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

  • A passion for and understanding of eCommerce, with a keen eye for what makes a great customer experience on stores
  • Ability to execute tasks with accuracy in a high-pressure, fast-paced agile environment
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • An understanding of site performance metrics
  • Understanding of SEO best practices
  • CMS experience, preferably within eCommerce
  • Desirable
  • Shopify experience and the ability to work with store CMS and themes
  • Experience of working with stock management and/or order management systems
  • Experience of working within fashion, lifestyle or music ecommerce
  • Basic Adobe Photoshop skills
  • Experience using project management tools (e.g., Monday.com)

Responsibilities

  • Daily store management of a portfolio of artist stores, managing basic theming and UX, merchandising and category management in line with eComm best practice
  • Project manage the day-to-day activities & future projects on PM tool Monday.com, collaborating with the wider central team and frontline labels
  • Work with e-Commerce Ops and Customer Service to resolve issues on supply chain, ensure products stay in stock and constantly measure the customer feedback loop; ensure customer happiness and loyalty
  • Organise, own and communicate throughout the product set-up flow – from receiving the label’s brief of products, product set-up across eComm systems, to launches across multiple artist stores on Shopify
  • Utilise functionality of the Shopify stack to create amazing customer journeys and experiences for the label’s artist stores
  • Work with the store management team and frontline labels in delivering sales, stock, and store performance reporting

Skills

eCommerce
Store Management
Product Setup
Pre-order Campaigns
Artist Stores

Universal Music Group

Global music recording, publishing, and distribution

About Universal Music Group

Universal Music Group (UMG) operates as a major player in the global music industry, engaging in recording, publishing, and distribution across over 60 countries. The company works with a wide range of clients, from famous artists like Elton John and Taylor Swift to new and independent musicians. UMG's operations include selling physical and digital music, streaming services, licensing music for various media, and organizing live performances. The company signs artists to contracts, produces their music, and manages their publishing rights, while also offering marketing and promotional services to help artists expand their reach. UMG generates revenue through multiple channels, including music sales, streaming subscriptions, licensing fees, live performances, and merchandise. This diverse approach allows UMG to maintain its leadership position in the music market by providing comprehensive support to artists and capitalizing on various revenue opportunities.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1934Year Founded
$3,890.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Competitive Salary
401k
Flexible PTO
Medical, dental, visiion insurance
Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
Well-Being Allowance

Risks

Legal battle with Drake over 'pay-for-play' could harm UMG's reputation.
Downtown Music acquisition may face regulatory scrutiny, delaying expansion plans.
AI partnership with Amazon may not fully address evolving AI content challenges.

Differentiation

UMG leads the music industry with a diverse global presence in 60+ countries.
UMG's artist-centric streaming model enhances engagement and revenue for musicians.
UMG's strategic partnerships, like with Amazon, bolster innovation and content protection.

Upsides

UMG's acquisition of Downtown Music boosts its independent music sector presence.
Partnership with KLAY Vision positions UMG as a leader in AI-driven music innovation.
Collaboration with WPP enhances UMG's marketing capabilities and global reach.

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