E-commerce Merchandising Manager

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Performance-based bonuses

Employee discount on company products

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced E-commerce Merchandising Manager for our online retailer client in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. You will optimize the online product catalog, improve the customer shopping experience, and drive sales through strategic presentation and promotions.

You will lead merchandising initiatives, manage product content, visuals, and promotional campaigns, and work closely with marketing and design teams to stay ahead of industry trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Merchandising, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive decisions.
• Experience with CMS and PIM systems is a plus.
• Proficiency in analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Solid understanding of e-commerce platforms and merchandising best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective e-commerce merchandising strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
• Manage online product catalog, including setup, categorization and attributes.
• Oversee visual merchandising to optimize conversion on product pages.
• Plan and execute promotional campaigns, sales events and offers.
• Analyze product performance data, trends and customer behavior to identify opportunities.
• Conduct market and competitor research to stay current with merchandising practices.
• Collaborate with marketing, buying and design teams on product strategy and presentation.
• Manage content including descriptions, images and videos, ensuring brand consistency.
• Utilize A/B testing to optimize product page layouts and CTAs.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Creative thinking

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Platform knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Business/Merchandising

Tools

CMS

PIM systems

Google Analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic online retailer, is seeking an experienced E-commerce Merchandising Manager to join their team in **Nelspruit, Mpumalanga**. This crucial role focuses on optimizing the online product catalog, enhancing the customer shopping experience, and driving sales through strategic product presentation and promotion. The ideal candidate will possess a keen eye for product, a data-driven approach to merchandising, and a deep understanding of e-commerce best practices. You will be responsible for managing product content, visual merchandising, promotional activities, and ensuring that the right products are showcased to the right customers at the right time. This is an exciting opportunity to influence product strategy and directly impact the commercial success of a thriving online business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective e-commerce merchandising strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
• Manage the online product catalog, including product setup, categorization, and attribute management.
• Oversee visual merchandising efforts, ensuring product pages are attractive, informative, and optimized for conversion.
• Plan and execute promotional campaigns, sales events, and special offers across the e-commerce platform.
• Analyze product performance data, sales trends, and customer behavior to identify merchandising opportunities.
• Conduct market and competitor research to stay informed about industry trends and best practices in merchandising.
• Collaborate with marketing, buying, and design teams to ensure cohesive product strategy and presentation.
• Manage product content, including descriptions, images, and videos, ensuring accuracy and brand consistency.
• Utilize A/B testing to optimize product page layouts, calls-to-action, and promotional placements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Merchandising, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in e-commerce merchandising or a related role.
• Proven experience in managing online product catalogs and visual merchandising for an e-commerce business.
• Strong understanding of e-commerce platforms and merchandising best practices.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and customer insights.
• Proficiency in using web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Creative mindset with a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) and product information management (PIM) systems is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package aligned with industry standards.
• Opportunity to shape product strategy and drive sales in a growing e-commerce environment.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment located in **Nelspruit**.
• Access to professional development and training programs.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Generous employee discount on company products.