PART-TIME E-COMMERCE SALES SPECIALIST
About the Client
Our client is a UK-based group of companies specialising in the import and distribution of professional automotive refinishing products, operating since 2008. They support a network of approximately 100 active trade distributor accounts across the UK and sell through multiple online channels, including Amazon UK, eBay UK, and their own branded webstore.
As their e-commerce operations continue to expand, they are focused on strengthening their online presence, optimising marketplace performance, and driving sustainable sales growth across all digital platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Listing Optimisation
- Own and manage all product listings across Amazon Seller Central, eBay Seller Hub, and the company webstore — including pricing, variations, images, titles, and descriptions
- Write compelling, SEO-optimised product content that improves search visibility and drives conversion
- Continuously optimise listings based on performance data, platform algorithm changes, and competitor activity
- Ensure stock, pricing, and listing data are accurate first time across all marketplaces
- Identify opportunities to expand the product portfolio in line with customer demand and market trends
- Plan and execute promotional campaigns, deals, and sponsored activity to maximise revenue
- Submit two costed new product proposals per month based on market opportunities and commercial potential
Performance Analysis & Reporting
- Track and report weekly on core KPIs: revenue, units sold, conversion rate, traffic, returns, and bestsellers
- Monitor month-on-month revenue growth and gross margin performance
- Monitor Amazon Buy Box win rate and identify opportunities for improvement
- Manage and optimise advertising performance, targeting a blended ROAS of 4.0 or better and TACoS at or below 10%
- Conduct trend analysis to forecast demand and identify fast-moving or underperforming SKUs
- Monitor competitor listings, pricing strategies, and market shifts to keep the catalogue competitive
- Use data to make informed recommendations on pricing, bundling, and stock prioritisation
- Deliver a clear, actionable weekly written report through Bitrix24
- Maintain healthy account standing across Amazon UK and eBay UK at all times
Inventory & Fulfilment Coordination
- Maintain accurate, real-time stock levels across all platforms using BaseLinker and OrderWise
- Reconcile stock discrepancies between the ERP system and marketplace listings promptly
- Coordinate stock replenishment with the warehouse and procurement team to prevent stockouts and overselling
- Support the warehouse pick/pack and courier booking process for online orders where required
- Manage marketplace performance alerts, late shipment flags, and fulfilment-related issues
Customer Experience & Supplier Liaison
- Ensure all online customers receive an excellent experience by responding to messages, reviews, and escalations promptly and professionally
- Liaise with suppliers and internal teams on product data accuracy, imagery, and new product onboarding
- Maintain up-to-date product information across all platforms in line with supplier specifications
Marketing & Brand Support
- Support the online marketing strategy by ensuring listings align with promotional campaigns and brand standards
- Assist in the creation or coordination of product imagery and digital content where required
- Manage and optimise Amazon Sponsored Products and eBay Promoted Listings to drive traffic and sales
- Maintain awareness of marketplace advertising tools and apply them to improve commercial performance
About You
You are a proactive, commercially minded e-commerce professional who takes ownership of results. You are confident working autonomously, comfortable with data, and able to communicate clearly across time zones with a UK-based team. You bring ideas and solutions rather than waiting for direction, and you take full ownership of marketplace performance and accuracy.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum 2 years' experience in an e-commerce sales, marketplace management, or similar role
- Proven hands-on experience with Amazon Seller Central and eBay Seller Hub, with eBay experience being essential
- Strong understanding of listing optimisation, SEO principles, and marketplace conversion best practices
- Hands-on experience managing Amazon UK and eBay UK marketplaces
- Experience with an inventory or order management platform (BaseLinker, Linnworks, Veeqo, or similar)
- Experience with Amazon Sponsored Products and eBay Promoted Listings
- Strong understanding of pricing, gross margin, ROAS, and TACoS
- Working knowledge of UK marketplace requirements for chemical products such as paints, aerosols, and hardeners is preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, with strong data analysis and reporting skills
- Excellent written English with the ability to write clear, engaging, and accurate product content
- Highly organised, self-directed, and reliable when working remotely without day-to-day supervision
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach
- Comfortable using or learning AI and LLM tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude, or similar) to enhance productivity; candidates should be using a paid AI tool in their daily work
- Able to demonstrate a clear plan for becoming productive on company systems within the first two weeks
- Comfortable working toward clear commercial KPIs, including revenue growth, gross margin, Buy Box win rate, advertising ROAS, TACoS, and marketplace account health
- Must have no other employment, freelance work, business, or commitments that conflict with the required working hours
Systems & Working Practices
- Bitrix24 for weekly written reporting
- Hubstaff for time tracking
- BaseLinker and OrderWise for inventory and order management
- Amazon Seller Central and eBay Seller Hub for market