Product Research Analyst VA
Finds and validates profitable products for an e-commerce business by analysing demand, competition, margins and sourcing options, so launches are based on data.
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- No lock-in contracts
- Replacement guarantee
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Description
A Product Research Analyst VA helps ecommerce businesses assess potential products before investing in stock. They can analyse demand, competition, pricing, landed costs, supplier options and compliance risks and turn the findings into clear product opportunity reports. Outsource Teams provides top 1% vetted talent with ecommerce research and sourcing experience, no lock-in contracts and a replacement guarantee, helping businesses make product decisions based on data rather than guesswork.
Responsibilities
- Research product opportunities using Helium 10, Jungle Scout, Google Trends and marketplace data.
- Analyse demand, seasonality, competition and pricing for candidate products.
- Build landed-cost and margin models including shipping, duties, fees and returns.
- Source and compare suppliers on Alibaba, 1688 and trade platforms and request quotes and samples.
- Assess reviews and competitor weaknesses to identify differentiation opportunities.
- Check compliance, certification and patent or trademark risks for each product.
- Prepare product opportunity reports with a clear recommendation.
- Track launched products against forecasts and refine the research model.
- Maintain a research pipeline and scoring system.
Software & Tools
Requirements
- 5+ years in e-commerce product research, sourcing or category analysis.
- Proficient in Helium 10, Jungle Scout, Keepa or similar research tools.
- Strong Excel or Google Sheets modelling for margins and forecasts.
- Experience communicating with overseas suppliers and evaluating quotes and samples.
- Understanding of marketplace fees, FBA logistics and import compliance.
- Clear written English for research reports and supplier negotiations.
- Reliable high-speed internet and backup power, with overlap with the client's working hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do they look at when assessing a product?
They can analyse demand, seasonality, competition, pricing, margins, sourcing options, reviews and marketplace data.
Can they help with supplier research?
Yes. They can compare suppliers, request quotes and samples and assess landed costs across sourcing platforms such as Alibaba and 1688.
What tools can they use?
They can work with Helium 10, Jungle Scout, Google Trends, Keepa, Semrush and Microsoft Excel.
How experienced are the candidates?
Candidates are expected to have at least five years in ecommerce product research, sourcing or category analysis.
How much does it cost?
Rates are listed in USD at $7 per hour for entry-level talent, $9 per hour for intermediate and $12 per hour for senior talent. Both full-time and part-time options are available.
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