Strategically positioned within a rapidly scaling South African retail and lifestyle brand, this role is critical for accelerating market share across major digital platforms. Operating as a 3-month fixed-term consultancy with flexible hours, the position focuses on the technical optimisation and commercial scaling of the entity's presence on Amazon South Africa and Takealot. The organisation is seeking a commercially astute e-Commerce specialist to take full ownership of marketplace performance. While administrative support is in place for day-to-day tasks, this role requires a high-output professional to drive revenue through technical backend management, SEO, and conversion-focused growth strategies.
Requirements
- Proven track record working on Amazon Seller Central and Takealot Seller Portal
- Strong Shopify and eCommerce experience
- Strong technical understanding of online retail platforms
- Experience improving online sales performance and marketplace growth
- Understanding of SEO and conversion focused eCommerce
- Must provide examples or a portfolio showing measurable results achieved
- Self managed, proactive and commercially driven
- Marketplace Expertise: A proven track record of managing Amazon Seller Central and Takealot Seller Portal within the South African context.
- Technical Proficiency: Deep understanding of Shopify and general eCommerce backend architectures.
- Commercial Acumen: Demonstrated ability to improve online sales performance and marketplace growth through strategic intervention.
- Proven Results: A portfolio or case studies showcasing measurable results in conversion and revenue growth is essential.
- Soft Skills: Self-managed, proactive, and capable of working independently under pressure to meet growth targets.
- Required Software Skills: Amazon Seller Central ; Takealot Seller Portal ; Shopify; Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
Benefits
- High Autonomy: Join a scaling brand that values proactive, solution-focused experts.
- Administrative Support: Dedicated staff are available to handle product loading and routine administrative tasks, allowing the Manager to focus on high-level growth.
- Flexibility: The Organisation promotes a results-oriented culture with micro-flexibility regarding working hours.
- Work Type & Location Fully Remote: The candidate must be based in Johannesburg for regional alignment.
- Employment Type: Contract: 3-month initial fixed-term consulting contract with a view to measure performance-based results.
- Remuneration Notes: Monthly retainer based on experience or Independent Contractor hourly rate.
- Performance-based commission structure linked to agreed sales growth targets across Amazon and Takealot.
Skills Required
- Proven track record working on Amazon Seller Central and Takealot Seller Portal
- Strong Shopify and eCommerce experience
- Strong technical understanding of online retail platforms
- Experience improving online sales performance and marketplace growth
- Understanding of SEO and conversion focused eCommerce
- Must provide examples or a portfolio showing measurable results achieved
- Self-managed, proactive and commercially driven
- Marketplace expertise in the South African context
- Deep understanding of Shopify and eCommerce backend architectures
- Demonstrated ability to improve online sales performance through strategic intervention
- A portfolio or case studies showcasing measurable results
- Capable of working independently under pressure to meet growth targets
What We Do
RecruitMyMom is a South African recruitment agency specializing in placing skilled women, particularly professional mothers, in permanent, contract, freelance, and fractional roles. They connect local and global businesses with top-tier talent and focus on the economic empowerment of women.
