Remote E-commerce Specialist - Retail

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Fully remote work arrangement

Professional development resources

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote E-commerce Specialist to manage and grow its online retail presence across South Africa. The role focuses on strategic planning, website management, and digital marketing to drive online revenue.

The successful candidate will have deep knowledge of online retail trends, analytics, and customer engagement strategies, with the ability to thrive in a virtual team environment and lead digital growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in e-commerce management and driving online sales growth.
• Strong knowledge of e-commerce platforms and digital marketing channels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive e-commerce strategy to drive online sales and brand visibility.
• Manage the company’s e-commerce platform, ensuring website functionality, user experience, and product catalog accuracy.
• Plan and execute digital marketing campaigns across SEO, SEM, social media, and email marketing.
• Analyze website traffic, sales data, and customer behavior to identify trends and optimize conversion rates.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a seamless online customer journey.

Skills

E-commerce management

Digital marketing

SEO/SEM

Google Analytics

Remote work management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Business or related field

Tools

Google Analytics

SEO/SEM tools

Social media platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Remote E-commerce Specialist to manage and grow their online retail presence. This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa . You will be responsible for the strategic planning and execution of all e-commerce activities, including website management, digital marketing campaigns, and online sales optimization. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of online retail trends, digital marketing channels, and customer engagement strategies to drive online revenue and brand presence. This role requires a proactive approach and the ability to thrive in a virtual team environment, contributing significantly to the company's digital growth initiatives, with the operational hub based in Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive e-commerce strategy to drive online sales and brand visibility.
• Manage the company's e-commerce platform, ensuring website functionality, user experience, and product catalog accuracy.
• Plan and execute digital marketing campaigns across various channels, including SEO, SEM, social media, and email marketing.
• Analyze website traffic, sales data, and customer behavior to identify trends and optimize conversion rates.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, product, customer service) to ensure a seamless online customer journey.
• Stay abreast of emerging e-commerce technologies and best practices to maintain a competitive edge.

Requirements

• Proven experience in e-commerce management, with a strong track record of driving online sales growth.
• In-depth knowledge of e-commerce platforms, digital marketing tools (e.g., Google Analytics, SEO/SEM tools), and social media marketing.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a remote setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant work-life balance.
• Opportunity to lead and shape the digital strategy of a growing retail brand.
• Access to online learning platforms and professional development resources.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.