E-commerce Social Media Assistant Manager

Placements24; United States; À distance; USD 14 000 - 22 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Pension fund

Career progression

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an ambitious E-commerce Social Media Assistant Manager to join a growing online retailer in Paarl, Western Cape. You will support day-to-day social media activities, coordinate campaigns, and work closely with the Social Media Manager to enhance the brand’s online presence.

The role requires 2–4 years of experience in social media or digital marketing, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or related field.
• 2–4 years in social media management or digital marketing, ecommerce preferred.
• Experience with social media tools (Hootsuite, Buffer) and analytics.
• Strong written/verbal communication and organizational skills.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement social media strategies and campaigns.
• Create and schedule content across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok).
• Monitor channels, respond to comments, and foster community.
• Support paid social advertising planning and execution.
• Track performance metrics and provide insights to the Social Media Manager.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and design teams for cohesive messaging.

Connaissances

Social media management

Digital marketing

Content creation

Analytics

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media

Outils

Hootsuite

Buffer

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic online retailer, is looking for an ambitious E-commerce Social Media Assistant Manager to support their growing team in Paarl, Western Cape. This role is instrumental in executing and coordinating day-to-day social media activities that align with our client's e-commerce strategy. The ideal candidate is a motivated individual with a solid understanding of social media platforms, content creation, and community engagement, coupled with a passion for the e-commerce industry. You will work closely with the Social Media Manager to implement campaigns, monitor performance, and contribute to the overall online presence of the brand. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their social media career and gain hands-on experience in managing a diverse range of social media initiatives for a growing online business. We are seeking an organized and proactive individual eager to contribute to our client's success.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of social media strategies and campaigns.
• Manage the creation and scheduling of engaging content across various social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok).
• Monitor social media channels, respond to comments and messages, and foster community engagement.
• Support the planning and execution of paid social media advertising efforts.
• Track and report on social media performance metrics, providing insights to the Social Media Manager.
• Stay updated on social media trends, best practices, and emerging platforms relevant to e-commerce.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, sales, design) to ensure cohesive brand messaging.
• Assist in identifying and analyzing competitor activities.
• Help maintain the social media content calendar and ensure timely delivery of assets.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions for new content ideas and campaign concepts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in social media management or digital marketing, preferably with exposure to e-commerce.
• Good understanding of major social media platforms and their respective audiences.
• Experience with social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer) and analytics.
• Basic content creation skills (writing, basic graphic design).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and take direction.
• A proactive approach and a keen interest in e-commerce trends.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and pension fund, and a supportive and collaborative work environment in Paarl, Western Cape.
• This role provides excellent opportunities for learning and career progression within the exciting e-commerce industry.