E-commerce Website Design

I'm in need of an experienced web designer who can create an engaging and user-friendly e-commerce website. The platform is intended to cater to both local and international customers.

Requirements:
- E-commerce focus: The website needs to have all the essential features for an online store, with a primary emphasis on providing a seamless shopping experience.
- Payment gateway integration: You will be responsible for integrating a secure payment gateway.
- Responsive design: The website should be accessible and visually appealing across various devices and screen sizes.
- User interface: The design should be intuitive and easy to navigate for users of all levels of experience.
- Target audience consideration: The design should be suitable for both local and international customers, taking into account potential variations in user behavior and preferences.

Ideal skills and experience for this project include:
- Proficiency in e-commerce website design.
- Experience in integrating secure payment gateways.
- A portfolio demonstrating successful, user-friendly e-commerce website designs.
- Understanding of user interface design and best practices.
- Previous work catering to both local and international customers would be a plus.