Remote E-commerce Social Media Manager

Placements24; East London; Híbrido; ZAR 240.000 - 360.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote work arrangement offering

Competitive salary and performance‑dr­

Opportunity to shape the social media

Comprehensive health insurance and wel

Generous paid time off and holidays.

Access to professional development

A collaborative and supportive remote

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Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote E-commerce Social Media Manager to design and execute a holistic social media strategy for a growing national e-commerce brand. You will create engaging content, manage communities, and optimize campaigns to drive brand awareness and online sales from your home office.

You will leverage analytics to refine tactics, collaborate with marketing, design and customer service teams, and stay ahead of platform updates.

Formación

• Proven experience managing social media for e-commerce brands.
• Strong portfolio of successful campaigns.
• Deep understanding of social platforms and best practices.
• Excellent content creation skills (visual and written).
• Experience with social media management & analytics tools.
• Proven track record with paid social campaigns.
• Strong analytical skills to drive decisions.
• Excellent communication and community management.
• Ability to work remotely and manage time.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or equivalent.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement innovative social media strategies aligned with e-commerce goals.
• Create, curate, and manage content across platforms.
• Plan and maintain a detailed content calendar.
• Monitor channels for trends and engagement opportunities.
• Respond to comments and messages promptly to foster growth.
• Execute paid social media campaigns to drive traffic and conversions.
• Analyze performance metrics and provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with marketing, design, and customer service teams.
• Stay updated on social media trends and platform updates.
• Identify influencers and brand advocates to expand reach.

Conocimientos

Social media management

Content creation

Analytics

Paid advertising

Copywriting

Community management

Remote work

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Herramientas

Hootsuite

Buffer

Sprout Social

Facebook Business Suite

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing e-commerce business with a national footprint, is actively seeking a talented and experienced Remote E-commerce Social Media Manager. This is a fully remote position, enabling you to work from anywhere while driving the social media strategy for our client's online platforms. The ideal candidate will be a creative strategist with a proven ability to build engaged communities, increase brand awareness, and drive e-commerce sales through compelling social media content and campaigns. You will be responsible for developing and executing a holistic social media plan, managing content creation, engaging with followers, and analyzing performance metrics. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate social media expert to make a significant impact on a thriving online business from the convenience of their home office, contributing to its success across South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative social media strategies aligned with e-commerce goals and brand identity.
• Create, curate, and manage all published content (images, video, written) across relevant social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, Pinterest, etc.).
• Plan and maintain a detailed content calendar, ensuring a consistent and engaging posting schedule.
• Monitor social media channels for trends, conversations, and opportunities for engagement.
• Respond to comments, messages, and inquiries in a timely and professional manner, fostering community growth.
• Execute paid social media advertising campaigns to drive traffic, conversions, and customer acquisition.
• Analyze social media performance metrics, generate reports, and provide actionable insights for optimization.
• Collaborate with the marketing, design, and customer service teams to ensure brand consistency and campaign alignment.
• Stay abreast of the latest social media trends, platform updates, and best practices.
• Identify and engage with influencers and brand advocates to expand reach.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing social media for e-commerce brands, with a strong portfolio of successful campaigns.
• Deep understanding of various social media platforms, their algorithms, and best practices for engagement and conversion.
• Excellent content creation skills (visual and written), with proficiency in relevant tools.
• Experience with social media management and analytics platforms (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social, Facebook Business Suite).
• Demonstrated success in running paid social media advertising campaigns.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to drive strategic decisions.
• Excellent communication, copywriting, and community management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• A passion for e-commerce and staying ahead of digital trends.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility and autonomy.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to shape the social media presence of a leading e-commerce brand.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Access to professional development resources and training.
• A collaborative and supportive remote team culture.
• Work on exciting projects with a direct impact on business growth.