Nov 3, 2023 update: Ideally we are looking for a VA who can work four 8-hour days per week for a total of 32 hours as everyone else who works for the company works 32 hours (Mon-Thurs) and has 3-day weekend (Friday through Sunday) breaks every week. For this reason we have update the job listing to Part Time instead of Full Time.
*No need to use more than 1 Apply Point to apply for this job.
We are a US-based e-commerce business looking for a Virtual Assistant (VA) to assist in finding profitable items to purchase from online retailers.
At least 6 months experience in Amazon product sourcing, online arbitrage and wholesale is preferred.
THE ROLE
The role of a Product Researcher plays a crucial role in the Amazon e-commerce ecosystem. The quality of the work spells the difference between success and failure for the organization.
The main function is to find products from online supplier websites in the US that could be sold through , using various criteria such as profit, sales rank, and return on investment.
ROLE DUTIES
• Create and work towards achieving a daily plan of action
• Research and conduct analysis on online retailers and their product categories/product ranges, in line with the company’s profit and sales targets as well as budget;
• Consider various criteria in searching and choosing products, including competitor data, sales data, market/consumer trends, buying behavior, associated risks, and overall business environment
• Research to identify new product sources (retailers and manufacturers)
• Analyze profit performance of products and evaluate profitability trends as well as pricing strategy, using various tools such as Keepa and SellerAmp
• Monitor out of stock product lines and market trends
• Report findings via online portal (Google Sheet)
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
• At least 6 months experience in Amazon product research, online arbitrage and wholesale.
• Knowledgeable in Reverse Sourcing/Storefront Stalking
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills, including Data Analytics;
• Planning Skills/Time Management;
• Communication Availability – Facebook Messenger (Can use IG messenger or Whatsapp as an alternative);
• Knowledgeable in Google Sheets/MS Excel
• Communication Skills; fluent in English – spoken and written;
• Customer Service Skills;
• Collaboration/Interpersonal Skills;
• Strong attention to details;
• Results-driven;
• Willingness to perform various functions; and
• With high regard for Integrity (no sharing leads with other clients), Excellence, Continuous Learning, and Creative Thinking/Innovation.
REQUIRED TOOLS
• Desktop/laptop
• A fast and stable internet connection (at least 5 MBPS)
PAY AND BENEFITS
• Pay rate: 24,000 PHP/month for 32 hrs of work per week
• Paid weekly via PayPal
• A bonus will be paid for exceptional work
• Your pay will increase based on the standard of your work
• After your 90-day probationary period you will be paid for legal US Federal holidays that fall on a scheduled work day (meaning you will be paid for those Holidays but you will not have to work)
WHEN APPLYING
• Submit a spreadsheet with 1 profitable product showing the source URL and price, ASIN, Amazon lowest new listed price and ROI. *ROI must be at least 20%.
APPLY FOR THIS JOB:
Company: Autopilot Industries, LLC
Name: Moni Johnson
Email: