Search Consultant

Search ConsultantAtlanta, GA, 2500 Windy Ridge Parkway Southeast, 303396-month contract, potential to extend or convert based on performanceReason for need: building out the teamProject Details: We are seeking a hands-on, strategic Search Consultant to lead and evolve our internal eCommerce search capabilities. This is an initial 6-month contract with a strong path to full-time employment. The role will focus on optimizing our current search platform while helping guide the evaluation and potential migration to a new solutionMust Have Skills:Deep experience with internal search platforms, particularly Algolia (required)Strong understanding of search algorithms, relevance tuning, ranking strategies, and query optimizationExperience supporting or leading platform migrations (e.g., to Bloomreach, Constructor.io, or Elasticsearch)Background in e-commerce internal searchAbility to balance hands-on technical work with strategic planning and leadershipExperience building or scaling search functions, including defining processes and best practicesStrong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionallyPrior people management experience or readiness to step into a leadership roleDay to Day:Own and optimize internal eCommerce search experience across the platformManage and enhance current implementation in Algolia, including configurationranking algorithms, and performance tuningProvide strategic input and technical support in evaluating and potentiallymigrating to platforms such as Bloomreach, Constructor.io, or ElasticsearchCollaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure search aligns with business goals, merchandising strategies, and customer experienceEstablish best practices, processes, and governance for search as a core functionLead the development of a scalable search practice, with future responsibility for hiring and managing a team (expected 3-4 direct reports)Work closely with SEO stakeholders to ensure alignment between internal search and broader discoverability strategiesAct as a subject matter expert on search technologiestrends, and innovation

Created: 2026-05-09