E-commerce Social Media Executive

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

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Vereeniging

Comprehensive training

Mentorship

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking an entry-level E-commerce Social Media Executive to join our dynamic marketing team. You will manage daily social tasks, craft engaging content, and interact with our online community to boost brand presence and support e-commerce sales in Gauteng.

You'll collaborate on campaigns, monitor channels, and learn hands-on with mentorship as you grow in the digital marketing space.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in social media management or marketing, with a passion for e-commerce.
• Familiarity with major social platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) and their features.
• Basic knowledge of social media analytics and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to use graphic design tools for content creation (e.g., Canva).

Responsibilities

• Execute the social media content calendar, including scheduling posts, stories, and updates across platforms.
• Create visually appealing graphics and write compelling copy for posts, ensuring brand consistency.
• Monitor social media channels for engagement and respond to comments and messages promptly.
• Assist in developing and implementing social media campaigns to drive traffic and sales for e-commerce products.
• Track key social media metrics and support the creation of performance reports.
• Engage with online communities and help build brand loyalty.

Skills

Social media

Content creation

Copywriting

Analytics basics

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Canva

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and diligent E-commerce Social Media Executive to join their dynamic team in Vereeniging . This position will focus on executing daily social media tasks, creating engaging content, and interacting with our online community to enhance brand presence and support e-commerce sales efforts. You will play a key role in managing our social media channels, ensuring consistency in brand voice and visual identity, and contributing to the overall success of our digital marketing campaigns within the Gauteng region. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional looking to grow in the e-commerce marketing space.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute the social media content calendar, including scheduling posts, stories, and other updates across platforms.
• Create visually appealing graphics and write compelling copy for social media posts, ensuring brand consistency.
• Monitor social media channels for engagement, responding to comments and messages in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist in the development and implementation of social media campaigns to drive traffic and sales for e-commerce products.
• Track key social media metrics and support the creation of performance reports.
• Engage with online communities and assist in building brand loyalty.

Requirements

• 0-2 years of experience in social media management or marketing, with a passion for e-commerce.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) and their features.
• Basic knowledge of social media analytics and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to use graphic design tools (e.g., Canva) for content creation.
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn new skills in digital marketing.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with potential for growth.
• On-site role in our Vereeniging office.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship in social media marketing.
• Opportunities to contribute directly to impact e-commerce campaigns.
• Supportive team environment and a positive work culture.