Remote E-commerce Social Media Specialist

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Professional growth

Health and wellness benefits

Collaborative virtual team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote E-commerce Social Media Specialist to boost online engagement and drive sales through innovative social media initiatives. This fully remote role lets you contribute from anywhere while collaborating with a dynamic team.

You will create, schedule, and publish content across platforms, build targeted campaigns, monitor trends, and respond to followers with professionalism.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in social media management for e-commerce.
• Proven ability to develop and execute campaigns that drive engagement and sales.
• Strong analytics and familiarity with social media metrics.

Responsibilities

• Create, schedule, and publish engaging content across platforms to drive brand awareness.
• Develop and execute targeted social media campaigns to promote products and traffic.
• Monitor social channels for trends, opportunities, and customer interactions; respond professionally.
• Analyze performance data and provide actionable insights to optimize strategies.
• Collaborate with e-commerce and marketing teams to ensure brand consistency.
• Manage social media advertising budgets and campaigns for ROI optimization.

Skills

Social media management

Content creation

Copywriting

Graphic design

Video editing

Tools

Buffer

Sprout Social

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and driven Remote E-commerce Social Media Specialist to enhance their online engagement and drive sales through innovative social media initiatives. This position is fully remote, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere while collaborating with a dynamic team. You will be instrumental in developing captivating content, managing social campaigns, and fostering a thriving online community that directly supports our e-commerce objectives. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape digital experiences and drive tangible business results.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, schedule, and publish engaging content across all relevant social media platforms to drive brand awareness and customer engagement.
• Develop and execute targeted social media campaigns to promote e-commerce products and drive website traffic and conversions.
• Monitor social media channels for trends, opportunities, and customer interactions, responding promptly and professionally.
• Analyze social media performance data, providing regular reports and actionable insights to optimize strategies.
• Collaborate with the e-commerce and marketing teams to ensure brand consistency and alignment with overall business goals.
• Manage social media advertising budgets and campaigns, optimizing for maximum return on investment.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in social media management, specifically within the e-commerce sector.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful social media campaigns that drive engagement and sales.
• Strong understanding of social media analytics tools and reporting.
• Excellent content creation skills, including copywriting, basic graphic design, and video editing.
• Proficiency with social media management platforms (e.g., Buffer, Sprout Social).
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and thrive in a remote work environment.

Benefits

• A competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team culture focused on achieving shared goals.