Marketing Cro & Automations Specialist

South Africa, South Africa

Job Description

Our client is a U.S.-based marketing agency with 20+ years of experience in digital marketing and a primary focus on direct response strategies. They work with high-performing clients across the U.S. and Latin America to build, optimize, and scale marketing funnels that drive measurable growth.
They are seeking a full-time Marketing CRO & Automations Specialist to join their team. This role combines technical automation expertise with strong analytical and creative skills in Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO). You'll work closely with U.S. and Argentina-based team members, collaborating with designers, developers, project managers, and strategists to execute and optimize marketing campaigns that convert.

As a Marketing CRO & Automations Specialist, you will be responsible for managing thier marketing automation platforms, CRM integrations, and reporting tools -- while also leading optimization initiatives across landing pages, email funnels, and ad-to-funnel experiences.
You'll use data-driven experimentation and user insights to increase conversions, engagement, and overall funnel performance. This role blends technical execution with analytical problem-solving, creative hypothesis testing, and strategic recommendations.
Role and Responsibilities
Automation & Technical Responsibilities

  • Maintain and manage marketing automation integrations with CRM and other platforms.
  • Build, test, and optimize automated workflows, email/SMS sequences, and customer journeys.
  • Execute and QA marketing automations across multiple platforms (e.g., Go High Level, HubSpot, Zapier, Twilio, etc.).
  • Handle data management processes including lead routing, tagging, API integrations, and MySQL database updates.
  • Monitor deliverability, engagement, and conversion data to ensure systems perform optimally.
CRO (Conversion Rate Optimization) Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute CRO strategies for landing pages, emails, and funnels using A/B testing frameworks.
  • Analyze user behavior via tools like Google Analytics, Clarity, and Looker Studio to identify friction points and conversion opportunities.
  • Create and document hypotheses for tests (headline, layout, CTA, design, offer framing, etc.) and track results.
  • Collaborate with designers and copywriters to improve the customer experience and funnel flow based on behavioral insights.
  • Continuously test and refine page elements, headlines, forms, and offers to maximize opt-in, sales, and show rates.
  • Support the creation and maintenance of CRO reports, dashboards, and insights presentations for internal and client teams.
  • Apply psychological and UX principles to improve engagement and conversion performance.
Reporting & Analysis
  • Track and report KPIs for marketing automations and CRO tests.
  • Build and maintain dashboards in Google Sheets, Looker Studio, or Airtable to visualize campaign performance.
  • Interpret analytics data to provide actionable insights and optimization recommendations.
  • Partner with management to define performance benchmarks and identify growth opportunities.
Skills
  • Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and testing abilities.
  • Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for light front-end troubleshooting and A/B test setup.
  • Expertise in Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, and data visualization tools.
  • Experience with MySQL, Airtable, Twilio, APIs, and Zapier (or similar tools).
  • Understanding of UX principles, user journey mapping, and behavioral analysis.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets (advanced formulas, pivot tables, dashboards).
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
  • Strong multitasking abilities.
  • Comfortable collaborating cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
Salary: $1500-$2000 / month
Type of Work: Full-time remote
Work Schedule: USA business hours
Requirements
  • In depth background in a remote set-up of work similar to freelancing as an Independent Contractor (deep understanding on the pros & cons involved in this industry).
  • Proven experience in marketing automation and CRM integration.
  • 2+ years of experience in CRO, digital marketing analytics, or funnel optimization.
  • Demonstrated success running A/B or multivariate tests and interpreting results.
  • Strong understanding of database management concepts and best practices.
  • Ability to think critically and translate data insights into clear recommendations.
  • Highly organized, self-motivated, and proactive with a strong sense of ownership.
  • Excellent attention to detail and QA accuracy.
  • Fluent in English (written and verbal).
  • Reliable internet connection and consistent availability during designated hours.

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1573860
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    South Africa, South Africa
  • Education
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