Senior E-commerce Manager

3 days ago

pretoria, gauteng, South Africa Placements24 Full-time R 1 Contract

About the Role

Our client, a leading national retailer, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior E-commerce Manager to lead their online sales and operations from anywhere within South Africa. This is a fully remote, impactful role where you will be instrumental in driving the growth and success of our client's e-commerce platform. You will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive e-commerce strategy, optimizing the online customer journey, managing digital marketing campaigns, and ensuring seamless order fulfillment. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of e-commerce best practices, digital marketing, and online retail operations. This role demands strong analytical skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to lead a remote team effectively. If you are passionate about e-commerce and looking for a challenging remote opportunity, this is the perfect fit.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive e-commerce strategy to drive online sales, customer acquisition, and retention.
  • Oversee all aspects of the e-commerce platform, including website management, user experience (UX) optimization, and conversion rate optimization (CRO).
  • Plan and execute digital marketing campaigns across various channels (SEO, SEM, social media, email marketing, affiliate marketing).
  • Manage the online product catalog, including content creation, pricing, and promotional activities.
  • Analyze website traffic, sales data, and customer behavior to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
  • Ensure a seamless and positive online customer experience, from browsing to checkout and post-purchase support.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (marketing, operations, IT, customer service) to ensure alignment and execution of e-commerce initiatives.
  • Manage the e-commerce budget and track ROI for all digital marketing activities.
  • Lead and mentor a remote e-commerce team, fostering a high-performance culture.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 6 years of experience in e-commerce management, with a proven track record of driving significant online sales growth.
  • Extensive experience with e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento, WooCommerce) and digital marketing tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Ads, social media advertising platforms).
  • Strong understanding of SEO, SEM, content marketing, and social media strategy.
  • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate it into actionable strategies.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and manage remote teams effectively.
  • Exceptional project management and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in UX/UI principles and conversion rate optimization techniques.
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field is preferred.
  • Must be comfortable working remotely and possess excellent self-management skills.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.
  • Opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in South Africa.
  • Lead a key strategic function within a growing retail organization.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • Be part of an innovative and forward-thinking team.