Remote E-commerce Specialist - Sports Apparel

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health, dental & vision insurance

Employee discounts on sporting goods

Professional growth opportunities

Competitive salary with incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Remote E-commerce Specialist to optimize our online channels and drive growth. You will manage product listings, craft digital marketing campaigns, and analyze performance data to improve conversions.

This fully remote position offers flexibility and exposure to a global sports merchandise brand. Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3+ years of e-commerce experience, with hands-on experience in Shopify or WooCommerce, Google Analytics, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 3+ years in e-commerce management.
• Experience with Shopify/WooCommerce and digital marketing tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize product listings, descriptions, and imagery across platforms.
• Develop and execute digital marketing strategies (SEO, SEM, email, social ads).
• Analyze website traffic and sales data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Oversee day-to-day e-commerce store operations, inventory, and fulfillment.
• Implement CRO strategies to improve user experience and sales.
• Keep current with e-commerce trends and competitive activity.

Skills

E-commerce management

Shopify

WooCommerce

Google Analytics

SEO/SEM

Email marketing

Social media advertising

CRO

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/E-commerce

Tools

Shopify

WooCommerce

Google Analytics

Google Ads

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Remote E-commerce Specialist with a passion for sports apparel to join their growing online retail division. This role is fully remote, allowing you to contribute to our business success from anywhere. You will be responsible for managing and optimizing our online sales channels, driving traffic, enhancing customer experience, and increasing conversion rates for our extensive range of sporting goods. This is an exceptional opportunity to leverage your e-commerce expertise in a flexible, remote-first environment and make a significant impact on our online brand presence and sales performance, working with a globally recognized name in sports merchandise.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize product listings, descriptions, and imagery across all e-commerce platforms (e.g., website, marketplaces).
• Develop and execute digital marketing strategies, including SEO, SEM, email marketing, and social media advertising, to drive online traffic and sales.
• Analyze website traffic and sales data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement in the customer journey.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the e-commerce store, including inventory monitoring and order fulfillment coordination.
• Implement conversion rate optimization (CRO) strategies to enhance user experience and maximize sales.
• Stay abreast of e-commerce trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies within the sports apparel market.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, E-commerce, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in e-commerce management, with a strong focus on sports apparel or related consumer goods.
• Proven experience with e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, WooCommerce) and digital marketing tools (Google Analytics, Ads).
• Solid understanding of SEO, SEM, email marketing, and social media advertising best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with a strong attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
• Employee discounts on a wide range of sports apparel and equipment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in the e-commerce sector.