Remote E-commerce Social Media Manager & Content Creator

Placements24; Rustenburg; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Performance recognition

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly creative and results‑oriented Remote E‑commerce Social Media Manager & Content Creator. You will develop and execute a compelling social media strategy to boost brand visibility, engagement, and sales for our e‑commerce ventures.

This fully remote role requires managing multiple channels, driving paid campaigns, and leveraging analytics to refine strategies. A proactive, independent worker will thrive in our evolving digital team and contribute to ongoing growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in social media management for e‑commerce.
• Proven ability to create engaging content for multiple platforms.
• Strong analytics to drive strategy and ROI.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, persuasive copywriting.
• Proficiency with Canva or Adobe tools and video editing software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy to boost brand awareness, engagement, and conversions.
• Create, curate, and schedule high‑quality content across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest, Twitter).
• Monitor trends, analyze KPIs, and optimize campaigns based on performance data.
• Engage with online communities and manage brand reputation and influencer partnerships.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and design teams to ensure brand consistency.

Skills

Social media management

Content creation

Analytics

Copywriting

Graphic design

Video editing

Hootsuite

Buffer

Sprout Social

Influencer marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Final Cut Pro

Premiere Pro

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly creative and results-oriented Remote E-commerce Social Media Manager & Content Creator to join their expanding digital team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing and executing a compelling social media strategy that enhances brand visibility, drives engagement, and boosts sales for our e-commerce ventures. This role demands a blend of strategic thinking, creative content production, and community management expertise. You will play a crucial role in defining our brand's online voice and visual identity across all relevant social platforms. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about e-commerce, social media trends, and creating captivating content that converts. The successful candidate will have a proven ability to manage multiple social media channels, understand analytics, and adapt strategies based on performance data. This position is ideal for a proactive individual who thrives in a remote work environment and is eager to contribute to the growth of a forward-thinking company.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive social media strategy to increase brand awareness, engagement, and conversions for our e-commerce products.
• Create, curate, and schedule high-quality, engaging content (including graphics, videos, and compelling copy) across various social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest, Twitter).
• Monitor social media channels for industry trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback, providing actionable insights.
• Build and foster a strong online community by actively engaging with followers, responding to comments and messages promptly, and managing brand reputation.
• Plan and execute paid social media advertising campaigns, optimizing for performance and ROI.
• Analyze social media metrics and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), providing insights and recommendations for strategy refinement.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, sales, design) to ensure brand consistency and alignment of campaigns.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest social media best practices, tools, and emerging platforms relevant to e-commerce.
• Manage influencer collaborations and partnerships to extend brand reach.
• Contribute to the overall digital marketing strategy with a focus on social media integration.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in social media management and content creation, specifically within the e-commerce sector.
• Proven ability to create engaging and visually appealing content for various social media platforms.
• Strong understanding of social media analytics tools and the ability to interpret data to drive strategy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for persuasive copywriting.
• Proficiency in graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and video editing software is highly desirable.
• Experience with social media management platforms (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social).
• Demonstrated success in managing paid social media campaigns.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to work independently in a remote setting.
• Experience with influencer marketing is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development in the ever- evolving digital marketing landscape.
• Be part of an innovative and collaborative team that values creativity and initiative.
• Access to a wide range of digital marketing tools and resources.
• Contribute to the growth and success of exciting e-commerce brands.
• Regular virtual team-building activities and performance recognition.