E-commerce Manager - Remote FMCG

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned E-commerce Manager to lead its online sales strategy on a fully remote basis. This role oversees all e-commerce operations, from website management to digital marketing, with a focus on revenue growth and a seamless online shopping experience.

You will drive online revenue, expand digital channels, and optimize the customer journey in a remote team setting. A FMCG background is preferred, with strong analytic and strategic capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, E-commerce, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in e-commerce management, preferably with FMCG exposure.
• Proven track record of growing online sales channels.
• Strong understanding of e-commerce platforms, digital marketing, and web analytics tools.
• Excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead projects and collaborate in a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive e-commerce strategy to drive sales, customer acquisition, and retention.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the online store, including listings, pricing, and promotions.
• Oversee digital marketing initiatives (SEO, SEM, social, email) to drive traffic and conversions.
• Analyze website performance metrics, sales data, and customer behavior to optimize the journey.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and IT to ensure a cohesive online brand and user experience.
• Stay current with e-commerce trends, technologies, and FMCG best practices.

Skills

E-commerce management

Digital marketing

Web analytics

SEO/SEM

Remote team leadership

Google Analytics

Shopify

Magento

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Shopify

Magento

Google Analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent and expanding company in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, is seeking a seasoned E-commerce Manager to lead its online sales strategy on a fully remote basis. This critical role involves overseeing all aspects of the company's e-commerce operations, from website management and online marketing to sales performance and customer experience. You will be responsible for driving online revenue growth, expanding market reach through digital channels, and ensuring a seamless online shopping journey for customers. This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking e-commerce professional to make a significant impact on a growing business without the constraint of a physical office location.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive e-commerce strategy to drive sales, customer acquisition, and retention.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the company's online store, including product listings, pricing, and promotions.
• Oversee digital marketing initiatives, including SEO, SEM, social media advertising, and email marketing, to drive traffic and conversions.
• Analyze website performance metrics, sales data, and customer behavior to identify trends and optimize the online customer journey.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and IT teams to ensure a cohesive online brand presence and user experience.
• Stay current with e-commerce trends, technologies, and best practices within the FMCG industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, E-commerce, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in e-commerce management, preferably with exposure to the FMCG sector.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and growing online sales channels.
• Strong understanding of e-commerce platforms, digital marketing, and web analytics tools.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and collaborate effectively in a remote team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous budget for professional development and online courses.
• A dynamic and innovative work culture that values initiative and results.