Remote Online Merchandiser

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and analytical Remote Online Merchandiser to optimize product presentation and performance across our e-commerce platforms, including the website and third‑party marketplaces.

Operate fully remotely from South Africa, focusing on the Klerksdorp market and beyond. Drive sales through visual merchandising, promotional planning, and data‑driven strategies while collaborating with the marketing and supply chain teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in online merchandising, e-commerce or related digital retail role.
• Strong merchandising principles, visual presentation and online sales strategies.
• Proficiency with eCommerce platforms and analytics tools.
• Excellent analytical skills to interpret data and derive actionable insights.
• Creative thinker with strong product presentation aesthetics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple remote projects.
• Experience with SEO best practices for product listings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute online merchandising strategies to maximize product visibility and sales.
• Manage product categorization, assortment planning, and lifecycle for the e-commerce site.
• Create compelling product descriptions, select imagery, and ensure accurate product information.
• Plan and implement online promotions, discounts, and campaigns with marketing.
• Analyze sales data, website traffic, and customer behavior for trends and opportunities.
• Optimize product placement and visibility to enhance the shopping experience.
• Coordinate with supply chain to ensure product availability.
• Conduct competitor analysis to benchmark performance.

Skills

Online merchandising

E-commerce strategies

Analytics tools

Data interpretation

Creative visual merchandising

Written and verbal communication

Independent remote work

SEO for product listings

Education

Marketing/Business/Fashion degree (adv.)

Tools

Analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a creative and analytical Remote Online Merchandiser to enhance their e-commerce presence. This position, operating fully remotely, will focus on optimizing the presentation and performance of products across various online platforms, including their website and third-party marketplaces. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving sales through effective visual merchandising, promotional planning, and inventory management within the digital space. This role requires a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of online consumer behavior, and the ability to translate sales data into actionable merchandising strategies for the Klerksdorp market and beyond. This is a prime opportunity for a dedicated professional to contribute remotely to the success of an innovative retail brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute online merchandising strategies to maximize product visibility and sales.
• Manage product categorization, assortment planning, and product lifecycle for the e-commerce site.
• Create compelling product descriptions, select high-quality imagery, and ensure accurate product information.
• Plan and implement online promotions, discounts, and marketing campaigns in collaboration with the marketing team.
• Analyze sales data, website traffic, and customer behavior to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Optimize product placement and visibility on the website to enhance the customer shopping experience.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with the supply chain team to ensure product availability.
• Conduct competitor analysis to benchmark performance and identify best practices.
• Stay abreast of e-commerce trends and emerging merchandising technologies.

Requirements

• Proven experience in online merchandising, e-commerce, or a related digital retail role.
• Strong understanding of merchandising principles, visual presentation, and online sales strategies.
• Proficiency with e-commerce platforms and analytics tools.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and derive actionable insights.
• Creative thinking and a strong aesthetic sense for product presentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
• Experience with SEO best practices for product listings.
• A degree in Marketing, Business, Fashion, or a related field is advantageous.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Benefits

This is a fully remote position offering a competitive salary and the flexibility to work from home. Employees will have access to ongoing professional development, opportunities to work with a diverse range of products, and the chance to significantly impact the online sales performance for our client, serving the Klerksdorp region and the broader online market.