Growth-Driven E-commerce Social Media Leader

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Growth opportunity

Professional development

Product discounts

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced E-commerce Social Media & Growth Lead in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will develop and implement growth-focused social media strategies to accelerate customer acquisition, retention and sales across paid and organic channels.

You will analyze data, test new platforms, create compelling content, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align brand messaging and growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy focused on driving measurable growth across e-commerce metrics.
• Lead paid social campaigns, optimizing for ROI.
• Identify and test new platforms and growth tactics to expand reach.
• Analyze performance data and market trends to inform strategy.
• Create and oversee engaging content that drives conversions.
• Manage content calendar aligned with campaigns.
• Build an online community and foster brand loyalty.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and sales teams.
• Mentor junior team members and foster innovation.
• Stay ahead of social media trends and emerging tech.

Skills

Growth strategy

Social media marketing

A/B testing

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Business/Communications

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced E-commerce Social Media & Growth Lead in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will develop and implement growth-focused social media strategies to accelerate customer acquisition, retention and sales across paid and organic channels.

You will analyze data, test new platforms, create compelling content, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align brand messaging and growth initiatives.