Social Media Marketing Coordinator - E-commerce

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Mentorship program

Career advancement opportunities

Virtual work culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a proactive Social Media Marketing Coordinator to support our e-commerce operations. You will plan, execute, and monitor campaigns across platforms to boost brand awareness, engagement, and online sales.

The role suits someone with 1–2 years of experience, strong copywriting skills, and familiarity with scheduling and analytics tools. You will collaborate with the marketing team and work in a fully remote setup.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in social media management or marketing.
• Familiarity with major platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok) and ad capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication with creative copywriting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and scheduling engaging content for social platforms.
• Monitor channels, respond to comments, and engage followers professionally.
• Support paid social campaigns under guidance of the marketing manager.
• Track key metrics like engagement, reach, and site traffic from social channels.
• Research industry trends and audience preferences to inform content strategy.
• Collaborate with design to ensure visuals align with brand guidelines for Pretoria.

Skills

Social media management

Copywriting

Analytics

Paid campaigns

Tools

Hootsuite

Facebook Ads Manager

Google Analytics

Job description

Our client is looking for a proactive and creative Social Media Marketing Coordinator to support their e-commerce operations in Pretoria. You will be responsible for assisting in the planning, execution, and monitoring of social media campaigns designed to drive brand awareness, customer engagement, and online sales. This role is ideal for an individual with a passion for social media, a good understanding of e-commerce principles, and a desire to grow their career in digital marketing. You will work closely with the marketing team to bring creative ideas to life across various digital platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and scheduling of engaging content for social media platforms, including posts, stories, and short videos.
• Monitor social media channels, respond to comments and messages, and engage with followers in a timely and professional manner.
• Support the execution of paid social media advertising campaigns under the guidance of the marketing manager.
• Track and report on key social media metrics, such as engagement rates, reach, and website traffic from social channels.
• Conduct research on industry trends, competitor activities, and audience preferences to inform content strategy.
• Collaborate with the design team to ensure all visual content aligns with brand guidelines and campaign objectives for the Pretoria market.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in social media management or marketing, preferably with exposure to e-commerce.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok) and their advertising capabilities.
• Basic understanding of digital marketing concepts and metrics.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for creative copywriting.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in using social media scheduling and analytics tools is a plus.

Benefits

• A competitive salary tailored to your experience level.
• Fully remote working arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for mentorship and career advancement within the digital marketing field.
• A supportive and innovative virtual work culture.