E-commerce Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Competitive salary with performance-bk

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced E-commerce Manager to lead online sales initiatives remotely. You will develop and implement the e-commerce strategy, drive revenue growth, and optimize the customer journey across digital platforms.

Responsibilities include managing the online storefront, digital marketing efforts, and partnerships with online retailers, with a focus on scalable growth and a seamless shopping experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, E-commerce, or related field.
• 5–7 years of e-commerce management experience, preferably in FMCG.
• Proven track record in scaling e-commerce campaigns.
• Strong knowledge of analytics tools and digital marketing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive e-commerce strategy to drive online sales.
• Manage daily operations of the e-commerce platform and product listings.
• Oversee SEO/SEM, social, email marketing, and affiliate programs.
• Analyze performance metrics to optimize the customer journey.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure brand consistency.

Skills

E-commerce management experience

Digital marketing knowledge

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, E-commerce, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking leader in the FMCG space, is looking for an experienced and strategic E-commerce Manager to lead their online sales initiatives remotely. This critical role will be responsible for developing and implementing the company's e-commerce strategy, driving online revenue growth, and optimizing the customer journey across all digital platforms. You will manage the online storefront, digital marketing efforts, and partnerships with online retailers to ensure a seamless and compelling shopping experience for consumers. This is an exceptional opportunity for a results-oriented e-commerce professional to make a significant impact within the rapidly evolving FMCG digital landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive e-commerce strategy to drive online sales, customer acquisition, and retention.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the company's e-commerce platform, including website content, product listings, and order fulfillment coordination.
• Oversee digital marketing initiatives, including SEO, SEM, social media advertising, email marketing, and affiliate programs, to drive traffic and conversions.
• Analyze e-commerce performance metrics, website traffic, and customer behavior to identify trends and opportunities for optimization.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, sales, product development) and external partners to ensure a cohesive brand experience online.
• Stay abreast of e-commerce best practices, industry trends, and emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, E-commerce, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in e-commerce management , with a strong focus on driving online sales and growth, ideally in the FMCG sector.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and scaling e-commerce businesses and campaigns.
• In-depth knowledge of e-commerce platforms, digital marketing strategies, and analytics tools.
• Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote position, offering ultimate flexibility and work-life integration.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Opportunity to shape the digital future of major FMCG brands from anywhere.