Sourcing and Product Research Specialist

RESPONSIBILITIES

Amazon

- Product Sourcing: 80% work tasks
- Message suppliers on the Alibaba platform for quotes. Negotiate with a potential supplier to maximize profits. Communicate to order samples and place purchase orders.
- Product Research: 20% work tasks
- Need to find product concepts based on given metrics using Amazon research software.
- $25-$50 bonus for product projects.

Project Management Software

- All projects will be managed through Notion.

Communication

- Biweekly Zoom meetings for general project updates and direction.
- Zoom meetings to train and create operating procedures.
- Strong English Skills

Payment

- Employee will send Invoice 48-72hrs before the end of the month.
- Monthly payments are sent on the 1st of each month via PayPal.

BASIC SKILLS NEEDED
- Detail-Oriented – Pays attention to product quality, pricing, and trends.
- Good with Numbers – Can calculate costs, profits, and analyze data.
- Research Skills – Finds and compares products and suppliers.
- Negotiation Skills – Can talk to suppliers and get better deals.
- Problem-Solver – Finds solutions for sourcing and supply issues.
- Organized – Keeps track of product information and supplier details.
- Tech-Savvy – Knows how to use research tools and spreadsheets.
- Highly Motivated
- Experience with Amazon product research and sourcing is preferred but not required, as training will be provided.

Everybody starts at 20 hours a week.
Full time can be a possibility if desired.