E-commerce Specialist

Global One; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-Commerce company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced e-Commerce Specialist to create and implement strategies for online transactions. The role requires a minimum of 3 years experience in e-Commerce, along with skills in managing websites and executing marketing plans. The ideal candidate will possess a BSc in Marketing, have excellent communication skills, and be knowledgeable in various e-Commerce platforms. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to innovative online solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years experience in a fast-paced, e-Commerce business.
• Familiarity with web design and a keen eye for detail.
• Knowledgeable of various online sales strategies.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit product content for e-Commerce websites.
• Set standards for product listings and content creation.
• Work closely with product management and graphics teams.

Skills

Hands-on experience in managing e-Commerce websites

Knowledge of marketing strategies

Analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Multitasking abilities

Education

BSc degree in Marketing or relevant field

Tools

Shopify

Google Analytics

Excel spreadsheets

Job description

As an e-Commerce Specialist, you will create and implement strategies that make online transactions possible. You will organize, develop, and execute website marketing plans.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years experience in a fast-paced, e-Commerce business.
• Hands-on experience in managing and maintaining e-Commerce websites/portals.
• Knowledgeable of the e-Commerce space that includes marketing strategies, various leading e-Commerce website builders (e.g. Shopify, Elementor ), product development, competitive strategies, consumer research, industry trends and usability best practices.
• Knowledge of various platforms and online sales strategies and can be used to conduct digital sales or website conversions.
• Familiarity with web design and a keen eye to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Analytical and multitasking skills.
• BSC degree in Marketing or relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit product content that will be published on e-Commerce websites/portals.
• Set standards, systems, and best practices for new product listings, content creation, distribution, and maintenance.
• Work closely with different teams (product management, graphics, sales) to provide updated content that will be shared across e-Commerce platforms.
• Provide support in other areas of Media Marketing, PPC, Email Marketing, SEO , Keyword Research, Google Analytics , Website UX, and Paid Social Media.
• Be a subject matter expert to assigned product categories.
• Identify SEO best practices regarding inventory, pre-orders, and pricing policies.
• Monitor changes in product sales by using web analytics and Excel spreadsheets (pivot tables, vlookups, etc) to stay organized.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.