Senior E-commerce Specialist

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Health insurance

Professional development

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior E-commerce Specialist to join a fully remote team. You will drive online sales strategies, optimize the customer journey, and ensure a seamless digital shopping experience across channels.

A strong track record in e-commerce and collaboration with marketing, operations, and IT is essential. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in e-commerce management, proficiency with Shopify/Magento, and experience with Google Analytics, SEO, SEM, and content marketing.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven e-commerce management and digital marketing experience.
• Experience driving online sales growth and improving key e-commerce metrics.
• Proficiency with e-commerce platforms (Shopify/Magento) and analytics tools (GA).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute e-commerce strategies to raise traffic, conversions, and AOV.
• Manage product listings, merchandising, and promotions across online channels.
• Analyze site performance, customer behavior, and market trends.
• Collaborate with digital marketing to drive targeted traffic via SEO/SEM/social/email.
• Oversee daily operations of the e-commerce platform from browse to checkout.
• Stay updated on emerging e-commerce tech and best practices.

Skills

E-commerce strategy

Digital marketing

Analytics

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Shopify

Magento

Google Analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior E-commerce Specialist to join their dynamic remote team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in driving online sales strategies, optimizing the customer journey, and ensuring a seamless digital shopping experience. You will work closely with marketing, operations, and IT departments to enhance our online presence and achieve ambitious revenue targets. This position is perfect for a strategic thinker with a proven track record in e-commerce, who thrives in a collaborative, results-oriented remote environment and is eager to contribute to the growth of a leading retail brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive e-commerce strategies to increase website traffic, conversion rates, and average order value.
• Manage and optimize product listings, merchandising, and promotional campaigns across various online channels.
• Analyze website performance data, customer behavior, and market trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with the digital marketing team to drive targeted traffic through SEO, SEM, social media, and email marketing efforts.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the e-commerce platform, ensuring a smooth and efficient customer experience from browsing to checkout.
• Stay abreast of emerging e-commerce technologies and best practices to maintain a competitive edge.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in e-commerce management and digital marketing.
• Demonstrable success in driving online sales growth and improving key e-commerce metrics.
• Proficiency in e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento) and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Strong understanding of SEO, SEM, content marketing, and social media strategies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with a keen eye for detail.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.