Remote E-commerce Social Media Specialist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Fully remote

Health insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote E-commerce Social Media Specialist to craft engaging content and drive sales for an online store. You will manage campaigns, interact with customers, and analyze performance to optimize strategies in a fully remote setting.

The role requires self-motivation, strong copywriting, and proficiency with tools like Buffer and Hootsuite, with a track record of growing brand communities online. Join a globally distributed team prioritizing results.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Social Media Specialist for e-commerce.
• Demonstrated success in driving sales via campaigns.
• Proficiency with social media management tools and analytics.
• Excellent copywriting and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage social media strategies that align with e-commerce goals and brand voice.
• Create, curate, and schedule content across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest).
• Engage with the online community, respond to comments and messages promptly, and foster customer relationships.
• Plan and execute paid social media advertising campaigns, optimizing for engagement, traffic, and conversions.
• Monitor trends, competitor activities, and platform updates to identify opportunities and adapt strategies.

Skills

Social media strategy

Copywriting

Analytics

Remote work

Team collaboration

Tools

Buffer

Hootsuite

Google Analytics

Facebook Ads Manager

Instagram/TikTok optimization

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and results-driven Remote E-commerce Social Media Specialist to join their team. This fully remote position is ideal for an individual passionate about leveraging social media to drive sales and build brand community for their online store. You will be responsible for developing engaging content, managing social media campaigns, interacting with customers, and analyzing performance metrics to optimize strategies. This role requires a self-starter who can work independently, collaborate effectively with a remote team, and stay ahead of social media trends to maximize impact for our client's e-commerce business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage social media strategies that align with e-commerce goals and brand voice.
• Create, curate, and schedule compelling and visually appealing content across various social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest).
• Engage with the online community, respond to comments and messages promptly, and foster positive customer relationships.
• Plan and execute paid social media advertising campaigns, optimizing for engagement, traffic, and conversions.
• Monitor social media trends, competitor activities, and platform updates to identify new opportunities and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Analyze social media performance using analytics tools, providing regular reports on key metrics and insights to inform future content and campaign planning.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Social Media Specialist or similar role, with a focus on e-commerce.
• Demonstrable success in creating engaging content and managing social media campaigns that drive sales.
• Proficiency with social media management tools (e.g., Buffer, Hootsuite) and analytics platforms.
• Strong understanding of social media advertising principles and platforms.
• Excellent copywriting, editing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with global flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning within the social media and e-commerce space.
• A dynamic and supportive virtual team environment focused on innovation and results.