E-commerce Platform Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Hybrid work

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced E-commerce Platform Manager in Pretoria to oversee online store operations, ensuring uptime, performance, and a superior user experience. You will collaborate with IT, marketing, and sales to drive digital retail growth within a hybrid work environment.

The role emphasizes CRO, analytics, platform enhancements, and compliance with security standards. A 5+ year track record in e-commerce and a degree in Business/Marketing are required, with Magento, Shopify Plus,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in e-commerce platform management or a similar role.
• Proficiency with major e-commerce platforms (Magento, Shopify Plus, BigCommerce).
• Strong understanding of web analytics tools (Google Analytics) and CRO principles.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including IT, marketing, and design.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related technical field.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the e-commerce platform with uptime and performance focus.
• Oversee website content updates including product information, pricing, and banners.
• Implement and manage A/B testing and CRO initiatives.
• Coordinate with development teams on enhancements, bug fixes, and new features.
• Analyze platform metrics (traffic, conversion, behavior) to identify trends and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with e-commerce best practices, security standards, and regulations.

Skills

E-commerce strategy

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Web analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related technical field

Tools

Magento

Shopify Plus

BigCommerce

Google Analytics

CRO principles

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a dynamic and experienced E-commerce Platform Manager to oversee their online store operations in Pretoria . This role is central to ensuring the functionality, performance, and continuous improvement of their e-commerce platform. You will collaborate with IT, marketing, and sales teams to deliver an exceptional online shopping experience for customers. The hybrid nature of this role allows for both focused independent work and valuable team collaboration, contributing to the strategic direction and operational efficiency of the company's digital retail presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the e-commerce platform, ensuring optimal uptime and performance.
• Oversee website content updates, including product information, pricing, and promotional banners.
• Implement and manage A/B testing and conversion rate optimization (CRO) initiatives.
• Coordinate with development teams on platform enhancements, bug fixes, and new feature rollouts.
• Analyze platform performance metrics, including traffic, conversion rates, and user behavior, to identify trends and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with e-commerce best practices, security standards, and relevant regulations.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in e-commerce platform management or a similar role.
• Proficiency with major e-commerce platforms (e.g., Magento, Shopify Plus, BigCommerce).
• Strong understanding of web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) and CRO principles.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including IT, marketing, and design.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related technical field.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.