Social Media & E-commerce Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Dynamic team environment

Employee discounts

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a Social Media & E-commerce Specialist to elevate the brand’s online presence and drive sales through strategic social media marketing and e-commerce initiatives.

You will develop engaging content, manage campaigns, and optimize the online customer journey in a collaborative environment within Limpopo. This role offers growth opportunities in digital marketing and a dynamic team setting.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in social media management or digital marketing with an e-commerce focus.
• Proficiency with social media management tools and analytics platforms.
• Strong understanding of current social media trends and best practices for engagement and conversion.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute social media content plans to increase brand awareness and drive traffic to the e-commerce store.
• Manage daily posting schedules, community engagement, and customer interactions across various social platforms.
• Create compelling visual and written content tailored for social media campaigns and promotions.
• Monitor social media trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities.
• Analyze social media performance data and provide insights for campaign optimization.
• Collaborate with the e-commerce team to ensure a seamless online shopping experience and effective product promotion.

Skills

Social media management

Digital marketing

Content creation

Analytics platforms

Communication skills

Creative thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Social Media & E-commerce Specialist to join their team in Polokwane . This role is crucial for enhancing the brand's online presence and driving sales through effective social media marketing and e-commerce strategies. You will be responsible for creating and implementing engaging content, managing social media campaigns, and optimizing the online customer journey. The ideal candidate is passionate about digital trends, possesses strong analytical skills, and thrives in a collaborative environment within the Limpopo province. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute directly to the growth of our client's e-commerce business through innovative digital initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute social media content plans to increase brand awareness and drive traffic to the e-commerce store.
• Manage daily posting schedules, community engagement, and customer interactions across various social platforms.
• Create compelling visual and written content tailored for social media campaigns and promotions.
• Monitor social media trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities.
• Analyze social media performance data and provide insights for campaign optimization.
• Collaborate with the e-commerce team to ensure a seamless online shopping experience and effective product promotion.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in social media management or digital marketing, with an e-commerce focus.
• Proficiency in social media management tools and analytics platforms.
• Strong understanding of current social media trends and best practices for engagement and conversion.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Creative thinker with the ability to generate innovative content ideas.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on exciting e-commerce projects in Polokwane .
• Professional development opportunities in digital marketing and social media.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment.
• Employee discounts on our client's products.