Remote Social Media Marketing Manager

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full remote work

Career growth

Health & wellness benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Social Media Marketing Manager to lead our social media strategy and execution. You will craft engaging content, optimize campaigns, and drive brand awareness and sales growth through data-driven decisions.

As a remote role, you will collaborate with a cross-functional team, monitor trends, manage paid campaigns, and build an active online community that reflects our brand identity and values.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of social media marketing experience.
• Bachelor degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Proficiency with major social platforms and advertising capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with business goals.
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging content across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok.
• Monitor channels for trends, competitor activity, and feedback; respond promptly and professionally.
• Build and nurture online communities and foster brand advocacy.
• Plan and execute paid social campaigns with budget management and analysis.
• Collaborate with marketing, design, and product teams for brand consistency.
• Track and report key metrics (engagement, reach, followers, conversions).
• Stay updated with social media best practices and emerging platforms.

Skills

Social media strategy

Copywriting

Content creation

Analytics

Communication

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/Journalism

Tools

Hootsuite

Buffer

Sprout Social

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent e-commerce brand, is searching for an exceptional Remote Social Media Marketing Manager to lead its social media strategy and execution. This role is critical in enhancing brand awareness, driving customer engagement, and ultimately contributing to sales growth through innovative social media campaigns. As a fully remote position, we foster a culture of autonomy, collaboration, and digital-first communication. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of various social media platforms, a knack for creating compelling content, and a data-driven approach to campaign optimization. You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies that resonate with our target audience, build a strong online community, and reflect our brand's identity and values. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the social media voice of a growing company and work within a supportive, remote team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with business goals.
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging, high-quality content across all relevant social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok).
• Monitor social media channels for industry trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback, responding promptly and professionally.
• Build and nurture online communities, fostering positive engagement and brand advocacy.
• Plan and execute paid social media advertising campaigns, including budget management, targeting, and performance analysis.
• Collaborate with marketing, design, and product teams to ensure brand consistency and cohesive campaign messaging.
• Track, analyze, and report on key social media metrics (e.g., engagement rates, reach, follower growth, conversion rates) to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest social media best practices, technologies, and emerging platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in social media marketing, with a proven track record of managing successful brand accounts.
• In-depth knowledge of major social media platforms, their respective audiences, and advertising capabilities.
• Excellent copywriting, editing, and content creation skills, with a strong visual eye.
• Proficiency in social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social) and analytics platforms.
• Experience with paid social advertising and A/B testing.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to drive strategic decisions.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and brand building.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Full remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning.
• Access to cutting-edge social media marketing tools and technologies.
• Collaborative team environment with regular virtual team-building activities.
• Employee discounts on company products.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.