Remote Project Manager - Global E-commerce Platforms

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Annual performance-based bonus

Professional development budget

Flexible work hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Project Manager to lead the development and enhancement of international online platforms. This fully remote role allows work from anywhere in South Africa, coordinating distributed teams to deliver features that improve user experience and drive revenue.

You will manage multiple projects across time zones, using Agile/Scrum methodologies, Jira, and Confluence, with a focus on on-time, high-quality delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
• 6+ years of project management experience in e-commerce or digital platforms.
• Proven track record delivering complex online projects remotely.
• Strong knowledge of Agile and Scrum; experience with Jira/Confluence.
• Excellent remote communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage lifecycle of e-commerce platform projects including development, features, and integrations.
• Create and maintain detailed project plans, roadmaps, and backlogs.
• Lead remote teams with daily stand-ups, sprints, and retrospectives.
• Communicate status, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders across time zones.
• Collaborate with UX/UI, developers, marketing, and analytics for cohesive experiences.
• Identify and mitigate risks; remove blockers; drive delivery improvements.
• Manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations.
• Stay updated on e-commerce trends and technologies.

Skills

Remote leadership

Agile

Scrum

Stakeholder communication

Time management

Education

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

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized e-commerce innovator, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Remote Project Manager to lead the development and enhancement of their international online platforms. This fully remote position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa, focusing on driving complex e-commerce projects from inception to successful deployment. You will be instrumental in coordinating efforts across diverse, distributed teams, ensuring seamless integration of new features, optimizing user experience, and driving revenue growth. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of e-commerce technologies, agile methodologies, and a proven ability to manage projects effectively in a remote-first environment. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of online retail on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the entire lifecycle of e-commerce platform projects, including website development, feature enhancements, and integrations.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, roadmaps, and backlogs for multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Lead and facilitate remote team collaboration, including daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives using digital tools.
• Effectively communicate project status, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders across different time zones and departments.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards, meeting business objectives.
• Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers, developers, marketing, and data analytics teams to ensure a cohesive customer experience.
• Identify and mitigate risks, remove impediments for the team, and ensure continuous improvement in project delivery.
• Manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations.
• Stay abreast of the latest e-commerce trends and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of project management experience, with a strong focus on e-commerce or digital platforms.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex online projects, preferably in a remote setting.
• In-depth knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies, and experience using project management software like Jira and Confluence.
• Excellent remote communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Experience with A/B testing, SEO best practices, and conversion rate optimization is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment.
• Strong understanding of web technologies and digital marketing principles.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote salary.
• Annual performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive private health insurance.
• Generous professional development budget.
• Flexible work hours to accommodate different time zones.
• Opportunity to work with a cutting-edge global company.
• Home office setup stipend.