E-commerce Merchandising Coordinator

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Employee discounts on fashion merch

Provident fund contributions

Team lunches and social events

Training opportunities and growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, Free State, is seeking an organized E-commerce Merchandising Coordinator with a passion for fashion to join our client’s online boutique. You will manage product listings, optimize pages, and ensure visual presentation aligns with brand aesthetics to drive sales.

Ideal candidates will have experience in e-commerce merchandising, familiarity with Shopify or WooCommerce, strong copywriting, and data skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in e-commerce merchandising or retail operations.
• Familiarity with Shopify or WooCommerce.
• Strong eye for detail and organizational skills.
• Good copywriting and editing for product descriptions.
• Basic SEO understanding for product pages.
• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Passion for fashion and online retail.
• Must be able to commute to Bloemfontein.

Responsibilities

• Manage and update product listings across the e-commerce platform, including descriptions, specifications, pricing, and imagery.
• Optimize product pages for SEO and user experience to improve visibility and conversion rates.
• Ensure all product information is accurate, consistent, and up-to-date.
• Create and maintain product categorization and navigation structures to facilitate easy browsing.
• Collaborate with the marketing team on promotional campaigns and merchandising elements.
• Analyze sales data and website analytics to identify best-selling products and trends, informing merchandising decisions.
• Monitor competitor websites for merchandising strategies and product presentation.
• Manage product sample inventory for photo shoots.
• Ensure high-quality product photography is displayed consistently.
• Assist in the planning and execution of seasonal online campaigns and visual merchandising efforts.

Skills

E-commerce merchandising

Shopify

WooCommerce

Attention to detail

Copywriting

SEO basics

Excel/Sheets

Team collaboration

Fashion retail

Tools

Shopify

WooCommerce

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fashion-forward online boutique, is seeking an organized and detail-oriented E-commerce Merchandising Coordinator to join their team in Bloemfontein, Free State. This role is integral to ensuring our online store effectively showcases our products, maximizing appeal and driving sales. You will be responsible for managing product listings, optimizing product pages, and ensuring the visual presentation of merchandise online is compelling and aligned with brand aesthetics. The ideal candidate has a passion for fashion, an understanding of online retail merchandising principles, and a keen eye for detail. Join our client's dedicated team in Bloemfontein and contribute to creating an exceptional online shopping experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and update product listings across the e-commerce platform, including descriptions, specifications, pricing, and imagery.
• Optimize product pages for search engines (SEO) and user experience to improve visibility and conversion rates.
• Ensure all product information is accurate, consistent, and up-to-date.
• Create and maintain product categorization and navigation structures to facilitate easy browsing.
• Collaborate with the marketing team on promotional campaigns and ensure timely implementation of merchandising elements.
• Analyze sales data and website analytics to identify best-selling products and trends, informing merchandising decisions.
• Monitor competitor websites for merchandising strategies and product presentation.
• Manage product sample inventory for photo shoots.
• Ensure high-quality product photography is displayed consistently.
• Assist in the planning and execution of seasonal online campaigns and visual merchandising efforts.

Requirements

• Previous experience in e-commerce merchandising, retail operations, or a related field.
• Familiarity with e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, WooCommerce).
• Strong understanding of product merchandising principles and visual presentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good copywriting and editing skills for product descriptions.
• Basic understanding of SEO principles for product pages.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for data management.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• A passion for fashion and online retail.
• Must be able to commute to Bloemfontein, Free State.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the e-commerce fashion industry.
• Employee discounts on stylish merchandise.
• A supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Potential for growth within the company.
• Contribution towards provident fund.
• Regular team lunches and social events.
• Access to ongoing training in e-commerce best practices.