Remote FMCG E-commerce Manager

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Remote work

Professional development

Leadership opportunity

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Remote E-commerce Manager to lead online strategies for FMCG products in a fully remote South Africa role. You will drive sales growth, optimize the customer journey, and manage the e-commerce platform, collaborating with marketing and IT across teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong track record in e-commerce, digital marketing, analytics, and remote leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Digital Media, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in e-commerce management, FMCG focus.
• Proven ability to develop and execute profitable e-commerce strategies and manage online P&Ls.
• Experience with e-commerce platforms, analytics (Google Analytics) and digital marketing channels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a robust e‑commerce strategy to drive online sales, acquisition and retention.
• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the e‑commerce platform: merchandising, content, promotions.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends and optimize conversions and ROI.
• Manage digital marketing campaigns: SEO, SEM, social, email, and affiliates.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales and IT to ensure a seamless online customer experience.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Business/Digital Media

Tools

Google Analytics

E-commerce platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and strategic Remote E-commerce Manager to lead their online business initiatives within the FMCG sector . This is a fully remote position, offering an exciting opportunity to shape the digital presence and sales strategy of the company from anywhere in South Africa . You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive e-commerce strategies, driving online sales growth, managing the e-commerce platform, and optimizing the customer journey. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of online retail, digital marketing, and a proven ability to lead successful e-commerce operations within the fast-paced consumer goods market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a robust e-commerce strategy to drive online sales, customer acquisition, and retention for FMCG products.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the e-commerce platform, including product merchandising, content management, and promotional activities.
• Analyze e-commerce performance data, identifying key trends, opportunities, and areas for optimization to improve conversion rates and ROI.
• Manage digital marketing campaigns, including SEO, SEM, social media advertising, email marketing, and affiliate programs.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and IT teams to ensure a seamless and integrated online customer experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in e-commerce management, with a strong focus on the FMCG industry .
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing profitable e-commerce strategies and managing online P&Ls.
• Expertise in e-commerce platforms, analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics), and digital marketing channels.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, project management, and communication skills, with the ability to thrive in a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and significant performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible remote working arrangements, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
• Generous budget for professional development and continuous learning.
• Opportunity to lead and innovate within a growing e-commerce landscape for FMCG products .