E-commerce Marketing Assistant

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Mentorship in digital marketing

Exposure to e-commerce industry

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is hiring a part-time E-commerce Marketing Assistant to support our growing online store. You will help with social media scheduling, email campaigns, website content updates, and basic performance tracking, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced e-commerce environment.

The ideal candidate is organized, eager to learn, with an interest in online retail and digital marketing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pursuing degree in Marketing, Business, or Communications is a plus.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic understanding of digital marketing concepts.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling and posting content across various social media platforms as per the content calendar.
• Support the marketing team in the creation and distribution of email newsletters and promotional campaigns for the e-commerce store.
• Help update product descriptions, banners, and promotional content on the company website.
• Monitor social media engagement and assist in responding to basic customer inquiries and comments.
• Compile data for marketing performance reports, assisting with basic analysis of website traffic and campaign results.
• Conduct market research on competitor activities and industry trends relevant to online retail.

Skills

Social media familiarity

Email campaigns

Content scheduling

Website content updates

Basic analytics

Education

High school diploma

Pursuing Marketing/Business/Communications degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and organized E-commerce Marketing Assistant to support their marketing team in Port Elizabeth. This part-time role is ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in digital marketing within the fast-paced e-commerce industry. You will assist with various marketing tasks, including social media content scheduling, email campaign support, website content updates, and basic performance tracking. The successful candidate will be eager to learn, possess strong organizational skills, and have a keen interest in online retail and digital marketing strategies, contributing to the overall success of our client's online sales channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling and posting content across various social media platforms as per the content calendar.
• Support the marketing team in the creation and distribution of email newsletters and promotional campaigns for the e-commerce store.
• Help update product descriptions, banners, and promotional content on the company website.
• Monitor social media engagement and assist in responding to basic customer inquiries and comments.
• Compile data for marketing performance reports, assisting with basic analysis of website traffic and campaign results.
• Conduct market research on competitor activities and industry trends relevant to online retail.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; pursuing a degree in Marketing, Business, or Communications is a plus.
• Previous experience in an administrative or marketing support role is beneficial.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic understanding of digital marketing concepts.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude towards assigned tasks in the e-commerce domain.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage reflecting part-time commitment.
• Flexible working hours, adaptable to study or other commitments.
• Valuable on-the-job training and mentorship in digital marketing.
• Exposure to various facets of the e-commerce industry.
• Opportunity to grow with a supportive team in Port Elizabeth.