Remote Social Media Manager - E-commerce

Placements24; Randburg; Remote; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Professional development resources

Collaborative remote team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote Social Media Manager to lead our e-commerce social media initiatives from a home office. You will develop and implement innovative strategies to increase brand awareness, drive traffic, and foster engagement with customers across social platforms.

The role requires proven experience in e-commerce social media, content creation, and strong analytical skills. Remote work offers flexibility, growth, and the chance to shape a dynamic online brand.

Qualifications

• Experience as Social Media Manager in e-commerce.
• Proven record of driving measurable business results.
• Content creation skills: copy, visuals, video editing basics.
• Proficient in analytics and reporting for social channels.
• Ability to work remotely with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with e-commerce goals.
• Create, curate, and manage content across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest).
• Manage paid social media campaigns: budgeting, targeting, A/B testing, optimization.
• Monitor trends, competitors, and conversations; adapt strategies accordingly.
• Analyze data and provide regular performance reports with recommendations.
• Engage with the online community and respond to comments/messages to build relationships.

Skills

Social media strategy

Content creation

Analytics tools

Paid social advertising

Community management

Tools

Facebook Ads

TikTok Ads

Google Analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Remote Social Media Manager to lead their e-commerce social media initiatives. This role is designed for a self-starter who thrives in a remote work environment and possesses a deep understanding of social media strategy, content creation, and community management within the e-commerce space. You will be responsible for developing and implementing innovative strategies to increase brand awareness, drive traffic to our online store, and foster meaningful engagement with our customer base, all from the convenience of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with e-commerce goals, focusing on driving traffic, conversions, and customer loyalty.
• Create, curate, and manage engaging content across all relevant social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest), including compelling copy, visuals, and videos.
• Manage paid social media advertising campaigns, including budget allocation, audience targeting, A/B testing, and performance optimization.
• Monitor social media trends, competitor activities, and audience conversations, adapting strategies as needed.
• Analyze social media data and campaign performance, providing regular, insightful reports with actionable recommendations to the marketing team.
• Engage with the online community, respond to comments and messages promptly, and build strong relationships with followers and potential customers.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Social Media Manager , particularly within the e-commerce industry.
• Demonstrable success in developing and executing social media strategies that have driven measurable business results.
• Expertise in content creation, including copywriting, graphic design basics, and video editing tools.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in social media analytics tools and reporting.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills, essential for a remote role.
• Experience with social media advertising platforms and budget management.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary, reflective of your expertise and remote work capability.
• Fully remote position, offering ultimate flexibility and work-life integration.
• Opportunity to shape and lead the social media presence for a dynamic e-commerce brand.
• Access to professional development resources and online training.
• A collaborative and supportive remote team culture.