Amazon Virtual Assistant – Sourcing

6 months minimum experience required in a similar role with focus on sourcing products online via suppliers and retailers.
THE ROLE
The 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 that could be sold through Click to view, using various criteria such as profit, sales rank, and return on investment.
The duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Create a Daily Product Sourcing Plan/Strategy;
Search, analyze, and evaluate online suppliers and their product categories/product range, 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 (such as pandemic);
Create product mix strategy, considering stock levels per peak seasons, special events, and supplier lead time;
Analyze profit performance of products and evaluate profitability trends as well as pricing strategy, using various tools such as Keepa, FBA Multi-Tool, BuyBotPro, and SAS;
Track and analyze trends on products consumption; and
Other related tasks in support of business operations.
THE REQUIREMENTS/COMPETENCIES
Research Skills particularly online search;
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills, including Data Analytics;
Planning Skills/Time Management;
Technology Skills – Google Suite, MS Excel, Social Media (eg WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, Skype, Zoom);
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, Excellence, Continuous Learning, and Creative Thinking/Innovation.
THE REQUIRED TOOLS
Desktop/laptop – computer specs:
Processor – i5 or higher
RAM – 8 GB or higher
A fast and stable internet connection (at least 5 MBPS) and with a back-up internet (eg pocket wifi)
Noise-canceling headphones
Web camera
Skype for video calls
Quiet and professional work station
THE OFFER
Full-time career
Opportunity to learn different facets of the e-commerce operations
Career advancement opportunities – As the company grows we all grow
Monthly salary: Php 20,000.00 – 25,000.00 + bonus
Flexible work schedule (8 hours/day; 5 days/week)
Paid Vacation/Sick Leave
Paid Holidays