Shopify Backend Manager

5 days ago

South Africa VirtuHire Full time

Our client is looking for a highly detail-oriented Shopify Admin with strong Product Information Management (PIM) experience to support their e-commerce operations. This role will focus on SKU consolidation, product data clean-up, and ongoing catalog accuracy across Shopify and connected systems. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience managing large product catalogs, maintaining data integrity, and optimizing product information for accuracy, clarity, and consistency.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and maintain the product catalog within Shopify and the PIM system.
  • Consolidate SKUs, eliminate duplicates, and ensure consistent product data structure.
  • Audit, clean, and standardize product titles, descriptions, images, tags, and metadata.
  • Map product variants properly and ensure accurate association of attributes and options.
  • Monitor and correct category structures, collections, and product taxonomy.
  • Coordinate with internal teams (merchandising, operations, marketing) to validate product information.
  • Support bulk imports, exports, and updates via CSV or PIM tools.
  • Identify data gaps or inconsistencies and implement corrective solutions.
  • Ensure product data adheres to internal standards and industry best practices.
  • Assist with optimizing products for search, filtering, and customer experience.
Requirements
  • Proven experience as a Shopify Admin, Product Data Specialist, or E-commerce Catalog Manager.
  • Hands-on experience with PIM platforms (e.g., Akeneo, Plytix, Salsify, Syndigo, inRiver, or similar).
  • Strong understanding of SKU structures, product variants, and data relationships.
  • Advanced proficiency with CSV uploads, bulk editing, Google Sheets/Excel.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to detect data inconsistencies.
  • Experience managing large, complex product catalogs.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple data tasks.

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