E-commerce Analyst (Contractor)

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 248,000 - 441,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Contract role in Gauteng

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous E-commerce Analyst to join their Vereeniging, Gauteng team on a challenging contract. You will analyze e-commerce performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to optimize sales and user experience.

Collaborate with marketing, product, and IT teams to translate data into strategic recommendations. You will collect data from multiple sources, monitor KPIs, conduct A/B tests, and forecast performance based on historical data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Business Analytics, or related quantitative field.
• 2+ years experience as an E-commerce Analyst or Data Analyst with a focus on e-commerce.
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (Google Analytics, Excel, Tableau).
• Strong understanding of e-commerce metrics and online marketing principles.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret e-commerce data from multiple sources (website analytics, sales, feedback).
• Monitor KPIs: conversion rates, average order value, CAC, and CLV.
• Identify trends and opportunities to improve online sales and engagement.
• Develop detailed reports and present findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Data analysis

SQL

Google Analytics

Tableau

Excel

A/B testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics/Mathematics/Economics/Business Analytics or related quantitative field

Tools

Google Analytics

Excel

Tableau

SQL

A/B testing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and data-driven E-commerce Analyst to join their team in Vereeniging, Gauteng . This is a challenging contractor role focused on analyzing e-commerce performance, identifying trends, and providing actionable insights to optimize sales and user experience. You will be instrumental in gathering, interpreting, and reporting on key data points related to website traffic, conversion rates, customer behavior, and sales performance. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, proficiency in data analysis tools, and a deep understanding of the e-commerce landscape. This role requires a dedicated professional who can work closely with the marketing and product teams to translate data into strategic recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret e-commerce data from various sources, including website analytics, sales reports, and customer feedback.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as conversion rates, average order value, customer acquisition cost, and customer lifetime value.
• Identify trends, patterns, and opportunities within the data to improve online sales and customer engagement.
• Develop detailed reports and presentations summarizing findings and providing actionable recommendations to stakeholders.
• Conduct A/B testing and usability studies to assess the effectiveness of website changes and marketing initiatives.
• Analyze customer journeys and behavior patterns to identify areas for optimization.
• Collaborate with marketing, product development, and IT teams to implement data-driven improvements.
• Stay current with e-commerce best practices, analytics tools, and industry trends.
• Assist in forecasting sales and performance metrics based on historical data and market trends.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity across all reporting and analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Business Analytics, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience (2+ years) as an E-commerce Analyst, Data Analyst, or similar role, with a strong focus on e-commerce.
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools such as Google Analytics, Excel, Tableau, or similar.
• Strong understanding of e-commerce metrics, KPIs, and online marketing principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, concise, and actionable insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with SQL for data extraction and manipulation is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with A/B testing methodologies and tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a contract setting.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate for contract duration.
• Opportunity to work on significant e-commerce projects.
• Gain exposure to data analysis within a dynamic industry.
• Work closely with experienced marketing and product teams in Gauteng .
• Potential for project extension based on performance.
• Develop valuable analytical skills and industry knowledge.
• Direct impact on business strategy and performance.
• Professional networking opportunities.
• Meaningful contract role experience.
• Exposure to diverse data sets.