Remote E-commerce Specialist - FMCG

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Flexible remote working environment

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote E-commerce Specialist to drive online sales in the FMCG space. You will manage e-commerce platforms, optimize user experience, and coordinate with marketing to raise conversions.

This fully remote role offers flexible work in SA, requires 4+ years in e-commerce, proficiency with Shopify or Magento, SEO/SEM, analytics, and a passion for growing online revenue.

Qualifications

• . Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• . Minimum of 4 years of experience in e-commerce management.
• . Proficiency with e-commerce platforms Shopify or Magento and digital marketing tools.
• . Strong SEO, SEM, social media marketing, and content marketing skills.
• . Excellent analytical and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize the company's e-commerce website(s), ensuring a seamless user experience and high conversion rates.
• Develop and execute digital marketing strategies, including SEO, SEM, social media marketing, and email campaigns, to drive traffic and sales.
• Analyze e-commerce data, including website traffic, sales performance, and customer behavior, to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with the marketing and sales teams to align online strategies with overall business goals.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest e-commerce trends and technologies to ensure the company remains competitive online.

Skills

SEO

SEM

Social media marketing

Content marketing

Analytics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field

Tools

Shopify

Magento

Google Analytics

SEMrush

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote E-commerce Specialist to drive their online sales strategy within the FMCG sector. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for managing and optimizing the company's e-commerce platforms, developing online marketing campaigns, and enhancing the customer's online shopping experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of digital marketing, e-commerce best practices, and a passion for growing online sales within the fast-paced consumer goods market.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize the company's e-commerce website(s), ensuring a seamless user experience and high conversion rates.
• Develop and execute digital marketing strategies, including SEO, SEM, social media marketing, and email campaigns, to drive traffic and sales.
• Analyze e-commerce data, including website traffic, sales performance, and customer behavior, to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with the marketing and sales teams to align online strategies with overall business goals.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest e-commerce trends and technologies to ensure the company remains competitive online.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field; E-commerce certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in e-commerce management, preferably in the FMCG industry.
• Proficiency with e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento) and digital marketing tools (e.g., Google Analytics, SEMrush).
• Strong understanding of SEO, SEM, social media marketing, and content marketing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Flexible remote working environment, allowing for work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in the rapidly expanding e-commerce space.
• A supportive team culture that values innovation and collaboration.