Remote Project Manager - E-commerce Platforms

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible hours

Remote collaboration tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote Project Manager to lead end-to-end e‑commerce platform initiatives. You will define scope, manage timelines and budgets, and align with product owners across a global remote team.

Candidate should have 5+ years in project management, strong experience with Shopify/Magento/WooCommerce, and proficiency in Agile practices for fast-paced digital development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, with a focus on e‑commerce or digital product development.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects entirely remotely.
• Experience with e‑commerce platforms (Shopify, Magento, WooCommerce) and related technologies.
• Proficiency in Agile project management methodologies and tools (Jira, Trello).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of e‑commerce platform projects, including website development, feature enhancements, and integrations.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria with product owners and stakeholders.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets effectively in a remote setting.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams (developers, designers, marketers, QA).
• Utilize agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) to manage workflows and ensure timely releases.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and dependencies to ensure project success.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or related field

Tools

Jira

Trello

Shopify

Magento

WooCommerce

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented and experienced Remote Project Manager to lead the development and enhancement of their e-commerce platforms. This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere and contribute to a dynamic online retail environment. You will be responsible for overseeing the entire project lifecycle, from gathering requirements and defining scope to managing development, testing, and deployment. This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your project management expertise in a fast-paced, digitally-focused organization and collaborate with a global, remote team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of e-commerce platform projects , including website development, feature enhancements, and integrations.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with product owners and stakeholders.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets effectively in a remote setting.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, marketers, and QA testers.
• Utilize agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) to manage project workflows and ensure timely releases.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and dependencies, proactively addressing challenges to ensure project success.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management , with a strong focus on e-commerce or digital product development.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects entirely remotely.
• Experience with e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento, WooCommerce) and related technologies.
• Proficiency in Agile project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Trello).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in the e-commerce space.
• A fully remote work environment with access to advanced collaboration tools.