Social Media Manager (Remote)

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Social Media Manager to lead our online presence from a fully remote position, supporting operations nationwide in South Africa. You will craft innovative content, manage campaigns, monitor performance and drive e-commerce growth.

You will develop data-driven strategies, stay ahead of trends, and collaborate with marketing, sales and product teams to ensure cohesive brand messaging and a strong online voice for our growing brand.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in social media management or digital marketing.
• Proven ability to develop data-driven social media strategies that drive e-commerce growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage social media strategies across platforms.
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging content aligned with brand voice.
• Manage social media ads, budget allocation, testing, and ROI analysis.
• Monitor trends and audience feedback to foster community engagement.
• Analyze data and provide actionable insights for optimization.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and product teams for cohesive messaging.

Skills

Social media strategy

Content creation

Analytics & reporting

Paid social advertising

Remote collaboration

Tools

Hootsuite

Sprout Social

Facebook Ads Manager

Google Analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Social Media Manager to lead their online presence from a remote capacity, supporting their operations nationally. This role is essential for crafting and executing innovative social media strategies that elevate brand awareness, foster community engagement, and drive e-commerce sales. You will be responsible for developing compelling content, managing social media campaigns, monitoring performance, and staying ahead of digital trends to ensure our brand remains at the forefront of online conversation. This is a fully remote position offering the opportunity to shape the social media landscape for a growing company.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive social media strategies across all relevant platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok).
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging and high-quality content that aligns with brand voice, marketing objectives, and audience interests.
• Manage social media advertising campaigns, including budget allocation, targeting, A/B testing, and performance analysis to maximize ROI.
• Monitor social media channels for trends, customer feedback, and competitor activity, responding promptly and professionally to foster community engagement.
• Analyze social media data and generate regular reports on key metrics, providing actionable insights and recommendations for strategy optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (marketing, sales, product) to ensure cohesive brand messaging and integrated campaign execution.
• Stay abreast of the latest social media platform updates, digital marketing trends, and best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in social media management, digital marketing, or a related role, with a proven track record of success.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute data-driven social media strategies that achieve business objectives, particularly in e-commerce.
• In-depth knowledge of major social media platforms, their algorithms, analytics, and advertising capabilities.
• Excellent content creation and copywriting skills, with a strong visual sensibility.
• Proficiency in social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Sprout Social) and analytics platforms.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
• Generous paid time off and a budget for professional development.
• Opportunity to lead social media strategy for a growing brand from anywhere.