E-commerce Specialist - Social Media Focus

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work in Tembisa

Employee discounts

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an E-commerce Specialist with a strong knack for social media to join their client in Tembisa. You will develop and implement social media strategies that drive traffic and conversions, manage our social channels, create compelling content, and engage with our audience to grow brand presence and sales.

On-site role in Tembisa with opportunities for training in advanced digital marketing techniques and exposure to broader e-commerce initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in social media management for e-commerce.
• Ability to create engaging content and campaigns that drive sales.
• Familiarity with social media scheduling and analytics tools.
• Understanding of e-commerce platforms and online retail best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow the company's social media profiles and presence across key platforms relevant to e-commerce.
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging content, including product highlights, promotional offers, and brand storytelling, tailored for social media.
• Implement social media campaigns to drive traffic to the e-commerce website and increase conversion rates.
• Monitor social media channels for customer inquiries, comments, and reviews, providing timely and professional responses.
• Analyze social media performance data and e-commerce metrics to identify trends, measure campaign success, and inform strategy adjustments.
• Collaborate with the marketing and sales teams to ensure social media efforts are integrated with broader e-commerce initiatives.

Skills

Social media marketing

Content creation

Campaign management

Analytics

Communication skills

Tools

Scheduling tools

Analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated E-commerce Specialist with a strong aptitude for social media to join their growing team in Tembisa . This role is critical for enhancing our online sales channels by developing and implementing effective social media strategies that drive traffic and conversions. You will be responsible for managing our social media presence, creating compelling content, and engaging with our target audience to foster brand loyalty and expand market reach. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking e-commerce business, contributing directly to sales growth and customer acquisition in a hands-on capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow the company's social media profiles and presence across key platforms relevant to e-commerce.
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging content, including product highlights, promotional offers, and brand storytelling, tailored for social media.
• Implement social media campaigns to drive traffic to the e-commerce website and increase conversion rates.
• Monitor social media channels for customer inquiries, comments, and reviews, providing timely and professional responses.
• Analyze social media performance data and e-commerce metrics to identify trends, measure campaign success, and inform strategy adjustments.
• Collaborate with the marketing and sales teams to ensure social media efforts are integrated with broader e-commerce initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in social media management, specifically within an e-commerce context.
• Demonstrated ability to create effective social media content and campaigns that drive sales.
• Familiarity with social media scheduling and analytics tools.
• Understanding of e-commerce platforms and online retail best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• On-site work in Tembisa , fostering team collaboration.
• Access to employee discounts on company products.
• Opportunities for training in advanced digital marketing techniques.
• A supportive team environment focused on professional growth and contribution.