Remote Project Manager - E-commerce Platform Development

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Professional growth

Remote team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Project Manager to lead the development and enhancement of our client’s e-commerce platform. You will drive the complete project lifecycle from requirements and user stories to sprints, testing and deployment, working fully remotely from South Africa.

Ideal candidate has strong e-commerce tech knowledge, agile PM experience, and excellent communication to coordinate a distributed team and deliver a seamless online shopping experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, Marketing or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years in project management with e-commerce/digital product focus.
• Proficient with Jira, Asana or Trello and Agile practices.
• Experience with Shopify Plus, Magento or similar platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end e-commerce platform projects from requirements to deployment.
• Define scope, goals and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Create detailed plans, timelines and resource strategies.
• Manage development sprints using Scrum or Kanban.
• Coordinate with UX/UI, marketing and tech teams.
• Identify risks and manage issues and dependencies.
• Oversee UAT and ensure platform quality.
• Monitor deployment processes and post-launch support.
• Track metrics and report progress to stakeholders.
• Pursue improvements to UX and performance.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder communication

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

Asana

Trello

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing online retail business, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Remote Project Manager to lead the development and enhancement of their e-commerce platform. This role is fully remote, allowing you to contribute to a dynamic team from anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for managing the complete project lifecycle, from defining requirements and user stories to coordinating development sprints, testing, and deployment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of e-commerce technologies, digital marketing integration, and agile project management methodologies. Exceptional communication and collaboration skills are essential for success in a distributed team environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of online shopping for a leading brand and work within a flexible, results-driven remote setup. You will be instrumental in ensuring a seamless and engaging online customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of e-commerce platform development projects.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies.
• Utilize Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) to manage development sprints and team progress.
• Facilitate communication between development teams, UX/UI designers, marketing, and other stakeholders.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Oversee user acceptance testing (UAT) and ensure the quality and functionality of the platform.
• Manage the deployment process and ensure a smooth transition to live operations.
• Track project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, reporting on key metrics to stakeholders.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve the e-commerce platform and user experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on e-commerce or digital product development.
• Proven experience with Agile project management methodologies.
• Familiarity with e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify Plus, Magento, custom builds) and related technologies.
• Strong understanding of UX/UI principles and best practices for online retail.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills for remote team management.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or Trello.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Experience integrating with payment gateways and marketing automation tools is a plus.

Benefits

• This role offers a competitive salary, flexible remote working arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth within a thriving e-commerce company.
• Our client provides a supportive remote work culture and opportunities to enhance your skills in cutting-edge digital technologies.
• You will be contributing to the success of our client's online presence, working remotely from the Vereeniging vicinity or beyond.