Online jobs in South Africa

A leading retail group is looking for an experienced and dynamic Ecommerce Manager to take charge of its online sales channels.

This pivotal role focuses on developing and executing strategies that enhance the brand’s digital presence and drive revenue growth.

The successful candidate will lead the planning and management of all e-commerce operations, ensuring a cohesive brand experience across the digital landscape. Collaboration with cross-functional teams such as marketing, creative, and planning is essential to deliver a seamless and engaging online shopping experience.

The role requires a balance of strategic oversight and hands-on involvement in merchandising, site optimization, and digital marketing, with a focus on continual improvement through data-driven decision-making.

Salary: R30 000 to R40 000 per month CTC.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree, Certificate, or National Diploma in Ecommerce, Digital Content, Business Marketing, or a related field
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, UX, Dreamweaver, Google Analytics, and Shopify (desirable)
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as an Online / E-commerce Manager, preferably in a retail environment
• Proven experience in generating online sales
• Solid understanding of web design software
• Proficiency in SEO, digital marketing, and web analytics
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage and lead a team effectively

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the online go-to-market strategy in alignment with brand goals
• Collaborate with Digital Marketing, Brand, Creative Services, and Planning teams to create a consumer-centric digital shopping experience
• Define the online value proposition and ensure a seamless experience from brand advertising through the entire site journey
• Manage a seasonal, monthly, and weekly site content calendar to keep content fresh, relevant, and balanced between commerce and brand storytelling
• Optimize on-site search and cross-sells to improve conversion rates
• Lead product placement optimization and propose new merchandise strategies to engage consumers and drive profitable sales
• Liaise with clients to manage product inventory, pricing updates, and general static content changes
• Oversee updates to in-site marketing elements, manage error pages, and handle the unpublish strategy
• Collaborate with the design team to create website banners and e-newsletters
• Set up and distribute e-newsletters, managing related technical queries
• Generate daily and monthly sales reports and analyze online sales data
• Stay updated on relevant software and data trends that could impact performance
• Update the website to ensure compatibility with new mobile or computer systems