Remote Operations Manager, E-commerce

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Fully remote work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering to fill a Remote Operations Manager role specializing in E-commerce. The role will lead online fulfillment and customer service operations across dispersed teams, ensuring a seamless shopping experience and efficient workflows.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years in e-commerce operations management, strong leadership for remote teams, and proven ability to optimize order processing, inventory, and shipping while managing budgets and vendor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Admin, Logistics, E-commerce or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in e-commerce operations management.
• Proven experience in online order fulfillment, inventory management, and shipping.
• Strong remote team leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee order fulfillment, inventory management, and shipping logistics.
• Develop strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Manage relationships with 3PL providers and vendors.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends and improvements.
• Lead and mentor a remote team, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Ensure seamless customer experience in customer service for orders and deliveries.

Skills

Remote leadership

E-commerce operations

Order fulfillment

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and hands‑on Remote Operations Manager specializing in E-commerce to lead their online fulfillment and customer service operations. This role will be pivotal in ensuring a seamless and efficient online shopping experience for customers, with operational oversight relevant to teams working remotely, connecting to operations potentially serving Kimberley . You will be responsible for optimizing order processing, managing inventory across multiple channels, and enhancing customer satisfaction through efficient operational workflows. The ideal candidate is adept at managing distributed teams and scaling e-commerce operations in a fully remote environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of e-commerce operations, including order fulfillment, inventory management, and shipping logistics.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers and other vendors.
• Analyze e-commerce performance data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead and mentor a remote team, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.
• Ensure a seamless customer experience through effective management of customer service operations related to orders and deliveries.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, E-commerce, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in e-commerce operations management.
• Proven experience in online order fulfillment, inventory management, and shipping.
• Strong understanding of e-commerce platforms and related technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills for remote team management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage operational budgets and drive cost efficiencies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible scheduling.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in e-commerce operations.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment supporting growth in the online retail sector, with operational relevance for Kimberley .