E-commerce Merchandising Assistant

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time employment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks an organized E-commerce Merchandising Assistant to enhance product presentation online. You will update product info, manage categories, and ensure pricing accuracy, contributing to a visually engaging shopping experience.

Key duties include image optimization, category navigation, and collaborating with marketing on A/B tests and bundles. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in e-commerce merchandising, retail operations, or a similar role.
• Strong eye for visual detail and understanding of online merchandising principles.
• Proficiency with e-commerce platforms (Shopify, Magento) and content management systems.
• Basic understanding of product photography and image editing principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in uploading and updating product information, descriptions, images, and pricing on the e-commerce platform.
• Organize and manage product categories and navigation for a user-friendly browsing experience.
• Ensure product images are high-quality, correctly sized, and optimized for web display.
• Monitor product page performance and collaborate with marketing to implement A/B tests for optimization.
• Assist in creating visually appealing product bundles and promotional displays online.
• Conduct regular audits of the website to ensure accuracy of product information and presentation.

Skills

Visual detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Shopify

Magento

CMS platforms

Tools

Shopify

Magento

CMS platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and visually inclined E-commerce Merchandising Assistant to support their online product presentation in Sandton . This role is critical for ensuring that products are displayed attractively and effectively on the website, driving customer interest and sales conversions. You will be involved in tasks such as updating product information, organizing categories, managing product imagery, and ensuring pricing accuracy. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a keen eye for detail and a passion for online retail to contribute to the visual appeal and functionality of a leading e-commerce platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the uploading and updating of product information, descriptions, images, and pricing on the e-commerce platform.
• Organize and manage product categories and navigation to ensure a user-friendly browsing experience.
• Ensure product images are high-quality, correctly sized, and optimized for web display.
• Monitor product page performance and collaborate with marketing to implement A/B tests for optimization.
• Assist in creating visually appealing product bundles and promotional displays online.
• Conduct regular audits of the website to ensure accuracy of product information and consistency in presentation.

Requirements

• Previous experience in e-commerce merchandising , retail operations, or a similar role is beneficial.
• A strong eye for visual detail and an understanding of online merchandising principles.
• Proficiency in using e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento) and content management systems.
• Basic understanding of product photography and image editing principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary within the industry range.
• Full-time employment with a reputable e-commerce company.
• Gain hands-on experience in online visual merchandising and product management.
• Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development in digital merchandising.