Remote E-commerce Specialist - WhatJobs Direct
Gqeberha, Port Elizabeth, 6000, South Africa
Listed on 2026-11-01
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Marketing / Advertising / PR
Ecommerce, Digital Marketing, SEO
About the Role
Our client, a forward-thinking retail business, is seeking a dedicated Remote E-commerce Specialist to join their growing online division. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute to our client's success from the comfort of your own home, supporting their digital presence and online sales initiatives. You will play a vital role in managing and optimizing the company's e-commerce platforms, driving online revenue, and ensuring a seamless digital customer journey.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of online retail trends, digital marketing strategies, and e-commerce platform management. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to thrive in a fully remote, fast-paced digital environment. We are looking for a passionate individual who is eager to leverage their expertise to elevate our client's online brand presence and sales performance.
- Manage and maintain the company's e-commerce website, ensuring optimal performance, user experience, and product information accuracy.
- Develop and implement strategies to drive traffic, increase conversions, and maximize online sales.
- Oversee product listings, descriptions, images, and pricing, ensuring they are up-to-date and compelling.
- Plan and execute digital marketing campaigns, including SEO, SEM, social media marketing, and email marketing.
- Analyze website performance data, identifying trends and insights to inform strategy and decision-making.
- Monitor online customer feedback and respond to inquiries, providing excellent digital customer service.
- Manage relationships with third-party e-commerce platforms and service providers.
- Stay abreast of emerging e-commerce trends, technologies, and best practices.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, sales, and customer support, to ensure a cohesive online strategy.
- Optimize the online checkout process to minimize cart abandonment and enhance conversion rates.
- Proven experience in e-commerce management, digital marketing, or a related online retail role.
- Strong understanding of e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento, Woo Commerce) and best practices.
- Proficiency in SEO, SEM, social media marketing, and email marketing strategies.
- Excellent analytical skills, with experience using web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a fully remote setting.
- Experience with content management systems (CMS) and basic HTML/CSS is a plus.
- A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field is preferred.
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving digital landscapes and customer expectations.
- Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunity to shape and grow the online presence of a reputable retail brand.
- Access to online training and professional development resources.
- Collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.
- Potential for performance-based incentives related to online sales growth.
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