South Africa

VirtuHire is hiring a Shopify Backend Manager

About the Role

VirtuHire is looking for a Shopify Backend Manager to support our client's e-commerce operations. This role is for a highly detail-oriented specialist who will own product data integrity, focusing on SKU consolidation and catalog accuracy across Shopify and connected systems.

What You'll Do

  • Manage and maintain the product catalog within Shopify and the Product Information Management (PIM) system.
  • Consolidate SKUs, eliminate duplicates, and ensure a 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 including merchandising, operations, and 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.

What We're Looking For

  • Proven experience as a Shopify Admin, Product Data Specialist, or E-commerce Catalog Manager.
  • Hands-on experience with PIM platforms such as Akeneo, Plytix, Salsify, Syndigo, inRiver, or similar.
  • Strong understanding of SKU structures, product variants, and data relationships.
  • Advanced proficiency with CSV uploads, bulk editing, and Google Sheets or 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.

Technical Stack

  • Shopify
  • PIM platforms (e.g., Akeneo, Plytix, Salsify, Syndigo, inRiver)

Team & Environment

You will coordinate with internal teams including merchandising, operations, and marketing.

Required Skills
ShopifyPIM PlatformsAkeneoPlytixSalsifySyndigoinRiverAPI DevelopmentBackend DevelopmentSystem ArchitectureTeam LeadershipProject Management
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Category backend
Posted 3 months ago