Hybrid Social Media Strategist for E-commerce Growth

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a strategic Social Media Strategist to define and execute forward-thinking social media campaigns that drive brand visibility, community engagement, and e-commerce growth. You will lead platform exploration, trend identification, and cross-functional collaboration in a hybrid work setting.

The role focuses on developing data-driven strategies, measuring impact with KPIs, and delivering compelling content while staying ahead of industry trends.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Social Media Strategist or similar senior role.
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms, analytics tools and digital marketing principles.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical skills and ability to translate data into actionable plans.
• Experience with content marketing, community management and paid social advertising.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management in a hybrid/agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data-driven social media strategies focused on e-commerce growth.
• Identify KPIs, analyze performance and provide actionable insights to optimise campaigns.
• Create and curate engaging content across platforms, ensuring brand consistency.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integrated campaign messaging.
• Stay ahead of trends, explore new platforms, and recommend innovative approaches.

Skills

Social media strategy

Data-driven analytics

Content marketing

Paid social advertising

Stakeholder influence

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a strategic Social Media Strategist to define and execute forward-thinking social media campaigns that drive brand visibility, community engagement, and e-commerce growth. You will lead platform exploration, trend identification, and cross-functional collaboration in a hybrid work setting.

The role focuses on developing data-driven strategies, measuring impact with KPIs, and delivering compelling content while staying ahead of industry trends.