E-commerce Social Media Specialist

Placements24; Waukee (IA); Presencial; USD 10 000 - 17 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Hands-on ecommerce marketing exposure

Professional development opportunities

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking an E-commerce Social Media Specialist to manage and grow our client’s social presence while supporting ecommerce sales goals. You will create content, manage channels, and interact with the online community from our office in Paarl, Western Cape.

Ideal candidates are passionate about social media, understand ecommerce trends, and communicate effectively with the team. This role emphasizes collaboration, media assets, and data-driven improvements for brand growth.

Qualificações

• Proven experience managing social media in an ecommerce context.
• Strong copywriting and editing skills.
• Familiarity with social media analytics and reporting.
• Basic graphic design or video editing skills are a plus.
• Experience with social media tools (Hootsuite, Buffer).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and schedule engaging content for social platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest).
• Monitor channels daily and respond to comments and inquiries promptly.
• Create visuals and short videos for posts.
• Track performance metrics and provide insights to marketing.
• Stay updated on social media trends and best practices.
• Collaborate with marketing to align with campaigns and brand messaging.
• Engage with followers to build a strong online community.
• Research hashtags and topics to boost visibility.
• Support paid social campaigns as directed.

Conhecimentos

Social media management

Content creation

Copywriting

Graphic design

Video editing

Analytics

Communication

Team collaboration

Ferramentas

Hootsuite

Buffer

Canva

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a vibrant and growing e-commerce company, is looking for a creative and enthusiastic E-commerce Social Media Specialist to join their team. This role is key to managing and growing our client's presence on social media platforms, driving engagement, and supporting e-commerce sales goals. You will be responsible for creating compelling content, managing social media channels, and interacting with the online community. The ideal candidate is passionate about social media, understands e-commerce trends, and possesses strong communication skills. This position is based in **Paarl, Western Cape, ZA**, and requires you to be in the office to collaborate effectively with the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and schedule engaging content for various social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest).


• Monitor social media channels daily, responding to comments, messages, and inquiries in a timely and professional manner.


• Assist in the creation of visual assets, including graphics and short videos, for social media posts.


• Track and report on social media performance metrics, providing insights to the marketing team.


• Stay up-to-date with the latest social media trends, platform features, and best practices in the e-commerce space.


• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure social media content aligns with broader marketing campaigns and brand messaging.


• Engage with followers and build a strong online community around the brand.


• Research relevant hashtags and trending topics to increase content visibility.


• Support the execution of paid social media advertising campaigns as directed.

Requirements

• Proven experience in social media management, preferably within an e-commerce context.


• Excellent knowledge of major social media platforms and their best practices.


• Strong copywriting and editing skills.


• Basic graphic design or video editing skills are a plus.


• Familiarity with social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer).


• Good understanding of social media analytics and reporting.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work collaboratively in an office environment and manage multiple tasks.


• A keen interest in e-commerce and digital marketing.


• Must be based in or willing to relocate to **Paarl, Western Cape, ZA**, for this office-based role.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and a supportive team environment.


• You will gain valuable hands‑on experience in e-commerce social media marketing and contribute directly to the brand's online success.


• Opportunities for professional development are available.


• Join our team in **Paarl, Western Cape, ZA**, and grow your career in the exciting field of digital commerce.