Senior E-commerce Social Media Manager (Remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Career growth

Tech tools access

Global collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Senior E-commerce Social Media Manager to lead our remote-first social media initiatives and define strategies that drive ecommerce revenue and global brand presence.

You will build and manage a distributed team, foster innovation, and collaborate with marketing, product and sales to scale social campaigns with data-driven optimization across platforms.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in social media management with 4+ years in ecommerce scaling.
• Proven track record building global social media strategies that boost revenue.
• Expertise with paid social platforms, budgeting, and optimization.
• Strong data literacy and ability to translate metrics into actions.
• Experience leading remote teams and influencing stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global, remote-first social media strategy focused on ecommerce sales.
• Oversee content creation across platforms aligned with brand voice and goals.
• Manage large paid social budgets using targeting and A/B testing to maximize ROI.
• Analyze data, trends, and competition to identify opportunities and drive improvements.
• Lead and mentor a geographically dispersed team of social media professionals.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and sales for integrated campaigns.

Skills

Remote leadership

E-commerce growth

Social media strategy

Paid social advertising

Analytics & insights

Team management

Stakeholder influence

Tools

Facebook/Instagram Ads

LinkedIn Ads

TikTok/YouTube Ads

Analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and strategic Senior E-commerce Social Media Manager to lead their remote-first social media initiatives. This pivotal role will define and execute sophisticated social media strategies that drive substantial e-commerce revenue and elevate brand presence globally. You will be responsible for building and managing a high-performing, distributed team, fostering a culture of innovation, and ensuring our brand message resonates across all digital channels. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with a proven track record of success in scaling e-commerce brands through impactful social media marketing, thriving in a remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the execution of a global, remote-first social media strategy focused on driving e-commerce sales, customer acquisition, and brand loyalty.
• Oversee the creation and curation of compelling, data-informed content across all relevant social media platforms, ensuring alignment with brand voice and marketing objectives.
• Manage and optimize significant paid social media budgets, utilizing advanced targeting and A/B testing methodologies to maximize ROI and achieve performance goals.
• Analyze complex social media data, market trends, and competitor activities to identify strategic opportunities and generate actionable insights for continuous improvement.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a geographically dispersed team of social media professionals, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional leadership (e.g., marketing, product, sales) to ensure integrated digital strategies and cohesive brand experiences.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in social media management, with at least 4 years specifically focused on scaling e-commerce businesses.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing global social media strategies that have significantly impacted revenue and brand growth.
• Expertise in paid social media advertising platforms, campaign management, and budget optimization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and translate them into strategic initiatives.
• Proven experience in leading and managing remote teams effectively.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Benefits

• An industry-leading salary and comprehensive executive benefits package.
• A fully remote work environment with the flexibility to work from anywhere.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
• Access to cutting-edge marketing technology and tools.
• A vibrant and supportive company culture that values collaboration, autonomy, and innovation.