About the Role
Our client is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Remote E-commerce Platform Manager to lead the strategic development and ongoing optimization of their online sales channels. This role is entirely remote, allowing you to work from anywhere within **South Africa**. You will be responsible for overseeing the performance of our client's e-commerce website, ensuring a best-in-class user experience, and driving revenue growth through innovative strategies. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a critical business function and contribute significantly to the company's digital success, all while enjoying the flexibility of a remote-first work environment. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of e-commerce technologies, user experience design, and data-driven decision-making. This role offers the chance to shape the future of online retail for a growing enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of the company's e-commerce platform(s).
- Develop and execute a roadmap for website enhancements, feature implementations, and platform upgrades to improve user experience and conversion rates.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams (marketing, IT, customer service) and external vendors to ensure seamless platform functionality and integration.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as conversion rates, average order value, customer acquisition cost, and customer lifetime value, and implement strategies to optimize them.
- Manage the product catalog, ensuring accurate and compelling product descriptions, imagery, and pricing.
- Conduct regular A/B testing and user research to identify opportunities for optimizing the customer journey.
- Stay abreast of emerging e-commerce trends, technologies, and best practices, and apply them to enhance the platform.
- Develop and manage the e-commerce platform budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
- Troubleshoot and resolve any platform-related issues promptly.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in e-commerce management, platform development, or a similar role, with a significant focus on online sales.
- Proven track record of successfully managing and growing e-commerce platforms, demonstrating quantifiable results.
- In-depth knowledge of e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento, WooCommerce) and related technologies.
- Strong understanding of UX/UI principles, conversion rate optimization (CRO), and SEO best practices.
- Excellent analytical skills with experience in data analysis tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics).
- Exceptional project management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, essential for a remote role.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and thrive in a remote work setting.
- Prior experience with managing remote teams is a plus.
Benefits
- Fully remote position with the flexibility to work from anywhere in **South Africa**.
- Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Opportunity to lead a critical function within a growing online business.
- Generous annual leave allowance.
- Access to online learning and development resources.
- Provision of necessary equipment for remote work setup.
- Collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.