Remote E-commerce Social Media Growth Hacker

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 907,000 - 1,588,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive rate

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Remote E-commerce Social Media Growth Hacker to drive user acquisition, engagement, and sales through data-driven social media strategies.

The role emphasizes experimentation, rapid testing, and collaboration with product and marketing teams to scale our client’s ecommerce initiatives from anywhere in the world.

Qualifications

• Proven growth hacking experience in ecommerce and social media.
• Strong understanding of platform algorithms and ad capabilities.
• Data-driven with proficiency in analytics and CRO basics.
• Experience with A/B testing and conversion optimization.
• Knowledge of ecommerce funnels and CAC/LTV concepts.
• Creative, autonomous, and able to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Design rapid growth experiments across social platforms to acquire customers.
• Analyze campaign data to identify bottlenecks and drivers of growth.
• Develop viral loops, referrals, and other growth tactics.
• Optimize social ad spend for ROI focusing on CAC and LTV.
• Track and report metrics using analytics tools and dashboards.
• Experiment with new platforms and content formats for growth.
• Collaborate with product/marketing to align with business goals.
• Stay ahead of social trends and growth tactics.
• Build relationships with influencers and advocates.
• Foster a culture of continuous testing and learning.

Skills

Growth hacking

Social media marketing

Analytics

A/B testing

ROI optimization

Influencer outreach

CRM systems

Content strategy

Remote work

Tools

Google Analytics

Mixpanel

Amplitude

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering e-commerce startup revolutionizing the online retail landscape, is seeking a highly motivated and creative Remote E-commerce Social Media Growth Hacker. This is a fully remote position, offering the ultimate flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be instrumental in devising and implementing innovative, data-driven strategies to accelerate user acquisition, engagement, and sales growth through social media channels. This role requires a blend of analytical prowess, marketing intuition, and a relentless experimentation mindset. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver, obsessed with identifying and capitalizing on growth opportunities, and adept at leveraging social media for measurable business impact in the fast-paced e-commerce sector. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, driving significant outcomes for our client.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute rapid growth experiments across various social media platforms to acquire new customers and increase engagement.
• Analyze campaign performance data to identify bottlenecks, opportunities, and key drivers of growth.
• Develop and implement viral loops, referral programs, and other growth hacking tactics within social media strategies.
• Optimize social media ad spend for maximum ROI, focusing on customer acquisition cost (CAC) and lifetime value (LTV).
• Utilize data analytics tools to track, measure, and report on growth initiatives, providing actionable insights.
• Experiment with new platforms, content formats, and engagement strategies to discover untapped growth channels.
• Collaborate with product and marketing teams to ensure growth strategies are integrated with the overall business objectives.
• Stay ahead of emerging social media trends and growth hacking techniques.
• Manage and build relationships with key influencers and community advocates.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous testing, learning, and optimization.

Requirements

• Proven track record of successfully implementing growth hacking strategies, particularly within e-commerce and social media.
• Deep understanding of social media platforms, their algorithms, and advertising capabilities.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Mixpanel, Amplitude).
• Experience with A/B testing methodologies and conversion rate optimization (CRO).
• Excellent understanding of e-commerce funnels and customer acquisition strategies.
• Creative mindset with a passion for experimentation and out-of-the-box thinking.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, effective in a remote work environment.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and deliver results with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with marketing automation tools and CRM systems is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute tactically to achieve growth targets.

Benefits

This is a fully remote contractor position offering significant flexibility. You will be compensated with a competitive rate, reflecting your expertise in driving e-commerce growth. This role provides an unparalleled opportunity to work on challenging growth initiatives with a forward-thinking company from anywhere in the world. You'll have the autonomy to experiment and implement innovative strategies, directly contributing to the rapid scaling of our client's business. Access to a suite of digital tools and resources will support your work. Join a team that values creativity, data-driven decision-making, and measurable results in the exciting world of remote e-commerce growth.