Remote E-commerce Social Media Growth Specialist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary and incentives

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote E-commerce Social Media Growth Specialist to drive rapid growth for our online brand. You will design and execute growth initiatives across platforms, optimize CAC and ROAS, and collaborate with a distributed marketing and e-commerce team.

You will test new channels, create engaging content including short videos, monitor KPIs, and report findings. The role offers fully remote work, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth within a

Qualifications

• Proven experience in social media marketing with a focus on growth and e-commerce.
• Demonstrated success in implementing strategies that increased user acquisition or sales.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in social media analytics and e-commerce metrics.
• Experience managing paid social media campaigns and optimizing performance.
• Creative mindset with ability to generate innovative ideas and compelling content.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement creative social media growth strategies focused on acquiring new customers and increasing online sales.
• Experiment with new platforms, content formats, and engagement tactics to drive traffic and conversions.
• Manage and optimize paid social media campaigns with a focus on CAC and ROAS.
• Analyze user behavior, market trends, and social media performance data to identify growth opportunities.
• Create engaging and shareable content, including visuals and short-form videos, optimized for different social channels.
• Build and nurture online communities, fostering engagement and user-generated content.

Skills

Growth marketing

E-commerce

Analytics

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and results-driven Remote E-commerce Social Media Growth Specialist to join their fully remote team. This role is dedicated to accelerating the growth of our e-commerce business through strategic social media initiatives. You will be responsible for identifying and implementing innovative tactics to increase brand awareness, drive traffic, enhance customer engagement, and ultimately boost online sales. The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver, data-savvy, and possesses a strong understanding of how to leverage social media for rapid e-commerce expansion. This position offers the flexibility of remote work and the opportunity to make a significant impact from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement creative social media growth strategies focused on acquiring new customers and increasing online sales.
• Experiment with new platforms, content formats, and engagement tactics to drive traffic and conversions.
• Manage and optimize paid social media campaigns with a focus on customer acquisition cost (CAC) and return on ad spend (ROAS).
• Analyze user behavior, market trends, and social media performance data to identify growth opportunities.
• Create engaging and shareable content, including visuals and short-form videos, optimized for different social media channels.
• Build and nurture online communities, fostering engagement and encouraging user-generated content.
• Collaborate with the remote marketing and e-commerce teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to growth, engagement, and sales, and report on findings.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends in social media marketing, e-commerce, and growth hacking methodologies.
• Proactively identify and test new growth channels and strategies for the e-commerce business, contributing to overall expansion goals.

Requirements

• Proven experience in social media marketing with a focus on growth and e-commerce.
• Demonstrated success in implementing strategies that have led to significant user acquisition or sales growth.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in social media analytics and e-commerce metrics.
• Experience managing paid social media campaigns and optimizing for performance.
• Creative mindset with the ability to generate innovative ideas and compelling content.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, suitable for a remote team environment.
• Proficiency with social media management tools and analytics platforms.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and deliver results in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field is preferred.
• Must be equipped for and comfortable with a fully remote work arrangement.

Benefits

• Fully remote position with a flexible schedule.
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to drive significant growth for an e-commerce brand.
• Access to professional development and training in growth marketing.
• Be part of a forward-thinking, remote-first company culture.
• Allowance for home office setup and equipment.