Remote Social Media Manager - E-commerce

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Dev budget

Team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Social Media Manager to lead our ecommerce brand's online presence, crafting strategies across platforms to boost awareness, engagement, and conversions.

You will create and manage compelling content, monitor channels, optimize paid campaigns, and report insights, collaborating with marketing and sales to ensure cohesive messaging in a remote-first culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Social Media Manager in ecommerce/retail.
• Deep knowledge of major platforms and best practices for organic/paid content.
• Proficiency with social media management and analytics tools.
• Excellent copywriting and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple projects remotely.
• Creative mindset with trends in digital marketing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute social media strategies aligned with ecommerce objectives.
• Create and manage content across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest.
• Monitor channels, engage with the community, respond to inquiries.
• Manage paid campaigns to maximize ROI and KPIs.
• Analyze performance data and provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and sales for cohesive messaging.

Skills

Social Media Manager

Platform knowledge

Analytics tools

Copywriting

Remote work

Creative mindset

Tools

Buffer

Sprout Social

Google Analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Remote Social Media Manager to lead their e-commerce social media efforts. This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere while making a significant impact on our brand's online presence and engagement. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing innovative social media strategies across all platforms to drive brand awareness, customer engagement, and sales conversions. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape our digital voice and contribute to our growth from a remote-first perspective, working within a culture that values autonomy, collaboration, and data-driven success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive social media strategies aligned with e-commerce objectives and brand voice.
• Create, curate, and manage high-quality, engaging content across platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Pinterest.
• Monitor social media channels, engage with the community, and respond to inquiries and comments promptly.
• Manage and optimize paid social media advertising campaigns to maximize ROI and achieve target KPIs.
• Analyze social media performance data, providing regular reports with actionable insights for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, product, sales) to ensure cohesive online brand messaging.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Social Media Manager , preferably in an e-commerce or online retail environment.
• In-depth knowledge of all major social media platforms, their algorithms, and best practices for organic and paid content.
• Proficiency with social media management and analytics tools (e.g., Buffer, Sprout Social, Google Analytics).
• Excellent copywriting, editing, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• A creative mindset with a strong understanding of digital marketing trends and customer behavior.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote position offering ultimate flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous budget for professional development, online courses, and conferences.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team culture with regular virtual engagement.