Senior E-commerce Lead — Remote FMCG Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Competitive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior E-commerce Manager to steer online sales and digital strategy for a leading FMCG innovator. The role is fully remote and internationally focused, coordinating DTC activities and online retail partnerships.

You will lead platform optimization, digital marketing, data analytics, and team development while driving revenue growth and competitive advantage in fast-moving consumer goods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Admin, E-commerce or related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive e-commerce leadership experience.
• Proven track record increasing online sales in FMCG or consumer goods.
• Experience with online marketplaces and DTC platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive e-commerce strategy to drive online sales and market share.
• Manage and optimize e-commerce platforms for seamless UX and high conversions.
• Lead digital marketing campaigns (SEO, SEM, email, social) to boost traffic.
• Analyze KPIs and trends to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage relationships with online retailers, marketplaces, and 3PLs.
• Lead and mentor the e-commerce team.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Digital marketing

Data analytics

Online retail strategy

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Admin, E-commerce or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Shopify

Magento

WooCommerce

Google Analytics

CRM platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior E-commerce Manager to steer online sales and digital strategy for a leading FMCG innovator. The role is fully remote and internationally focused, coordinating DTC activities and online retail partnerships.

You will lead platform optimization, digital marketing, data analytics, and team development while driving revenue growth and competitive advantage in fast-moving consumer goods.