E-commerce Retail Specialist - Remote

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Fully remote role

Health, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an dynamic E-commerce Retail Specialist to lead online sales initiatives from a home office. You will manage and optimize the online store, ensure accurate product listings, and drive traffic and conversions.

The ideal candidate brings proven e-commerce management experience, strong digital marketing knowledge (SEO/SEM, social media, email), and the ability to analyze data to optimize customer journeys in a fully remote role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in e-commerce management and online retail operations.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing channels, SEO, SEM, and social media.
• Proficiency with e-commerce platforms and analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the e-commerce platform for seamless UX and accurate listings.
• Develop and implement digital marketing strategies to drive traffic.
• Analyze website performance, sales data, and customer behavior for optimization.
• Create compelling product descriptions, imagery, and promotional content.
• Oversee the online customer journey from browsing to post-purchase support.

Skills

E-commerce management

Digital marketing

Shopify/Magento

Google Analytics

Content creation

Remote work

Tools

Shopify

Magento

Google Analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dynamic and results-driven E-commerce Retail Specialist to spearhead their online sales initiatives. Operating remotely, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing the online store, driving traffic, and maximizing conversion rates. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of digital marketing, online merchandising, and customer journey optimization. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's digital presence and achieving ambitious e-commerce growth targets, working from your home office in a fully remote capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the company's e-commerce platform, ensuring a seamless user experience and accurate product listings.
• Develop and implement digital marketing strategies to drive traffic, including SEO, SEM, social media, and email campaigns.
• Analyze website performance metrics, sales data, and customer behavior to identify opportunities for optimization.
• Create compelling product descriptions, imagery, and promotional content to enhance online sales.
• Oversee the entire online customer journey, from initial browsing to post-purchase support.

Requirements

• Proven experience in e-commerce management and online retail operations.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing channels, SEO, SEM, and social media marketing.
• Proficiency with e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento) and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for creating engaging content and customer interactions.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Full remote work flexibility, promoting excellent work-life integration.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and holiday allowance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in e-commerce and digital marketing.