E-commerce Social Media Specialist

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health & wellness benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a creative and enthusiastic E-commerce Social Media Specialist to join their team. You will develop and implement engaging social media strategies that drive traffic, build brand loyalty, and increase sales for the online store.

This role requires hands-on content creation, daily management of Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, and interaction with the online community, with opportunities to grow in a dynamic Gauteng market.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Social Media Specialist or similar role, preferably within e-commerce.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute daily social media content plans for platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
• Create engaging written, visual, and video content tailored to specific social media audiences.
• Monitor social media channels, respond to comments and messages, and manage online community interactions.
• Assist in planning and executing social media advertising campaigns.
• Track key social media metrics and report on performance to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Stay updated on the latest social media trends and platform changes.

Skills

Content creation

Copywriting

Graphic design

Video editing

Social media strategy

Analytics tools

Community management

Tools

Social media management tools

Analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and enthusiastic E-commerce Social Media Specialist to join their team in Soweto . This role focuses on developing and implementing engaging social media strategies that drive traffic, build brand loyalty, and increase sales for their online store. You will be responsible for creating compelling content, managing social media channels daily, and interacting with the online community. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate social media professional to make a tangible impact on the growth of an e-commerce business within the vibrant local market of Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute daily social media content plans for platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
• Create engaging written, visual, and video content tailored to specific social media audiences.
• Monitor social media channels, respond to comments and messages, and manage online community interactions.
• Assist in planning and executing social media advertising campaigns.
• Track key social media metrics and report on performance to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Stay updated on the latest social media trends and platform changes.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Social Media Specialist or similar role, preferably within e-commerce.
• Excellent content creation skills, including copywriting and basic graphic design/video editing.
• Strong understanding of various social media platforms and their best practices.
• Familiarity with social media management and analytics tools.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for e-commerce and digital marketing.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and opportunities for advancement.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Employee discounts on company products.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment in Soweto .