Head of E-commerce & Digital Marketing

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level compensation

Fully remote work

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development allowance

Strategic leadership opportunity

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Head of E-commerce & Digital Marketing to lead our online sales and digital initiatives from a remote location, overseeing Sandton-connected operations. This senior leader will set the overarching strategy for all channels and drive revenue growth through innovative e-commerce and marketing programs.

You will mentor a specialist team, align digital commerce with business goals, optimize user experience and ROI, and empower remote collaboration to deliver measurable

Qualifications

• 10+ years in ecommerce and digital marketing leadership.
• Proven track record scaling ecommerce and growing online revenue.
• Deep knowledge of ecommerce platforms, marketing tech, and analytics.
• Strong strategic thinking, leadership and P&L management.
• Experience leading and inspiring remote teams.
• Master's in Business, Marketing or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive ecommerce and digital marketing strategy.
• Lead, mentor, and manage ecommerce and digital marketing teams.
• Oversee ecommerce platform UX, conversion, and site performance.
• Drive customer acquisition and retention via SEO, SEM, social, email, content.
• Analyze market trends, competitor strategies, and customer insights.
• Manage ecommerce budget for maximum ROI.

Skills

Leadership

Remote leadership

P&L management

Strategy development

E-commerce growth

Education

Master's degree in Business/Marketing or related field

Tools

Analytics tools

E-commerce platforms

SEO/SEM tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and experienced leader to fill the role of Head of E-commerce & Digital Marketing , operating remotely and overseeing operations connected to Sandton . This senior leadership position is responsible for developing and executing the overarching strategy for all online sales channels and digital marketing efforts. You will lead a team of specialists, drive innovation, and ensure the seamless integration of e-commerce activities with the broader business objectives. This is a critical role for a seasoned professional who can lead from anywhere, shaping the future of our client's digital commerce presence and driving significant revenue growth through strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive e-commerce and digital marketing strategy to achieve business growth targets.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the e-commerce and digital marketing teams, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee all aspects of the e-commerce platform, including user experience, conversion optimization, and site performance.
• Drive customer acquisition and retention through effective digital marketing channels (SEO, SEM, social media, email, content).
• Analyze market trends, competitor strategies, and customer insights to identify new opportunities and threats.
• Manage the e-commerce budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum ROI.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in e-commerce and digital marketing leadership roles.
• Proven track record of successfully scaling e-commerce businesses and driving significant online revenue growth.
• Deep understanding of e-commerce platforms, digital marketing technologies, and analytics tools.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, leadership, and P&L management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire remote teams effectively.
• Master's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is highly preferred.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including a substantial base salary and significant bonus potential.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive executive health and retirement benefits.
• Generous allowance for professional development and executive coaching.
• Opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a growing online business.