E-commerce Social Media Marketing Specialist

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Professional development

Training on digital marketing tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic E-commerce Social Media Marketing Specialist for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will drive brand awareness, engagement, and sales through social campaigns across major platforms.

Responsibilities include posting, content calendar development, creating graphics and short videos, responding to inquiries, and analyzing performance. Collaboration with design and content teams is essential for consistency and growth.

Qualifications

• Experience managing social media accounts for brands or businesses.
• Familiarity with major social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn).
• Basic understanding of social media analytics and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily social media activities across platforms, including posting and community management.
• Develop and implement social media content calendars.
• Create visually appealing content, including graphics and short videos.
• Monitor channels for inquiries and respond professionally.
• Track metrics and provide insights on performance and engagement.
• Assist in paid social campaigns under guidance of senior strategist.
• Collaborate with design and content teams for brand consistency.
• Stay updated on social media trends and platform updates.
• Identify influencers and brand advocates for engagement.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions for new campaigns.

Skills

Social media management

Content creation

Analytics reporting

Written and verbal communication

Remote collaboration

Tools

Canva

Adobe Spark

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and creative E-commerce Social Media Marketing Specialist to join their expanding digital marketing team. This position is a fully remote opportunity, allowing you to contribute significantly to our client's online success from any location in South Africa. You will be responsible for executing social media campaigns that drive brand awareness, customer engagement, and sales for our client's diverse range of e-commerce products. The ideal candidate thrives in a digital environment, is passionate about social trends, and understands how to leverage social platforms to achieve business goals. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure all social media activities are aligned with overall marketing strategies and e-commerce objectives. This role offers a fantastic chance to grow your career in a dynamic and supportive remote work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute daily social media activities across various platforms, including content posting, community management, and campaign support.
• Assist in the development and implementation of social media content calendars.
• Create visually appealing and engaging content, including graphics, short videos, and compelling copy.
• Monitor social media channels for customer inquiries, comments, and feedback, responding promptly and professionally.
• Track and report on key social media metrics, providing insights into campaign performance and audience engagement.
• Support the execution of paid social media advertising campaigns under the guidance of the senior strategist.
• Collaborate with the design and content teams to ensure brand consistency across all social media efforts.
• Stay informed about the latest social media trends, tools, and platform updates.
• Assist in identifying and engaging with relevant influencers and brand advocates.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions for new social media campaigns and content ideas.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in managing social media accounts for brands or businesses, preferably within e-commerce.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn).
• Basic understanding of social media analytics and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using social media scheduling and management tools.
• Creative mindset with an eye for design and aesthetics.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote team environment and manage time efficiently.
• A passion for digital marketing and e-commerce.
• Experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Spark) is a plus.
• Enthusiasm for learning and adapting to new social media strategies.

Benefits

This fully remote role comes with a competitive salary, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to be part of an innovative and growing company. Our client provides excellent remote work support, fostering a healthy work-life balance. You will receive training on the latest digital marketing tools and strategies. Enjoy the flexibility of working from anywhere while contributing to impactful e-commerce campaigns. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in social media marketing within a supportive and forward-thinking organization that values your contributions and encourages continuous learning.