Senior E-commerce Growth Hacker

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work setup allowance

Paid time off

Professional development

Tools and technologies access

International team environment

Performance bonuses

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior E-commerce Growth Hacker to join a fully remote team. You will own data-driven growth initiatives, optimize acquisition and retention, and work across social platforms and search to scale performance.

The role emphasizes experimentation, cross-functional collaboration, and staying ahead of e-commerce trends to maximize customer lifetime value in a global, distributed environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in e-commerce growth or digital marketing.
• Strong analytics and data-driven mindset.
• Experience with CRO and CRO tools; SEO basics.

Responsibilities

• Develop growth strategies using A/B and multivariate testing.
• Analyze traffic and funnels to optimize conversions.
• Manage paid campaigns on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Google.
• Create engaging social content to drive traffic.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and engineering teams.
• Report KPIs to senior management.
• Develop affiliate programs and influencer partnerships.
• Implement retention and loyalty programs.

Skills

Growth hacking

Data-driven analysis

A/B testing

CRO tools

Paid social ads

SEO for e-commerce

Content creation

Copywriting

Analytical skills

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Tools

Google Analytics

Adobe Analytics

Google Ads

Facebook Ads

TikTok Ads

SEO tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and rapidly expanding e-commerce platform, is seeking an exceptional Senior E-commerce Growth Hacker to join their fully remote team. This pivotal role is designed for a visionary individual who thrives on data-driven experimentation and possesses a deep understanding of both e-commerce strategies and social media engagement. You will be instrumental in driving significant user acquisition, conversion rates, and customer lifetime value across various digital channels. This position offers the unique opportunity to shape the future of online retail for a company that values innovation and ambitious growth. As part of a distributed team, you will collaborate with talented professionals from across the globe, contributing to a vibrant and results-oriented company culture. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive growth strategies leveraging A/B testing, multivariate testing, and other experimentation methodologies.
• Analyze website traffic, user behavior, and conversion funnels to identify key areas for optimization and improvement.
• Manage and optimize paid advertising campaigns across social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc.) and search engines (Google Ads).
• Create and implement engaging social media content strategies to build brand awareness, drive traffic, and foster community engagement.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and engineering teams to ensure seamless execution of growth initiatives.
• Stay abreast of the latest e-commerce trends, social media algorithms, and digital marketing best practices.
• Report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Develop and nurture affiliate marketing programs and influencer partnerships to expand reach.
• Implement customer retention strategies and loyalty programs to maximize customer lifetime value.

Requirements

• Proven track record of success in e-commerce growth, digital marketing, and social media management, preferably in a senior capacity.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in web analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, or similar.
• Expertise in paid social media advertising, including campaign setup, management, and optimization.
• Demonstrated experience with A/B testing and conversion rate optimization (CRO) tools.
• Excellent understanding of SEO principles and their application in an e-commerce context.
• Creative thinker with exceptional content creation and copywriting skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a fully remote setting.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in distributed teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with CRM platforms and email marketing automation is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of R.
• Comprehensive remote work setup allowance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Access to cutting-edge marketing tools and technologies.
• Collaborative and supportive international team environment.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.