Job Description

Senior E-commerce Product Sourcing Specialist

Core Objectives

Identify high-potential products that align with Indian consumer trends through data-driven tools and market insights.Build a differentiated product matrix to support GMV growth and optimize inventory health.

Job Responsibilities

1.Market Analysis and Product Sourcing Strategy

Utilize tools such as Jungle Scout and Helium 10 to monitor best-seller lists,keyword search volumes,and competitor dynamics on platforms like Flipkart and Amazon.in.Identify niche blue ocean categories(e.g.,heat-resistant electronics,festival-customized products).
Develop a seasonal product sourcing calendar based on Indian religious festivals(e.g.,Diwali,Holi)and climate characteristics,planning best-sellers three months in advance.
2.Supplier Development and Cost Control

Develop high-quality supply chain resources from China(e.g.,sourcing from 1688 cross-border supply).Lead price negotiations to ensure procurement costs are at least 15%lower than competitors.
Verify suppliers'compliance with BIS certification(mandatory for electronics)and FSSAI food licenses to avoid delisting risks.
3.Data-Driven Product Operations

Establish a product sourcing database to track key metrics such as a turnover rate>30%and a return rate<8%(average in India is 25%).Eliminate underperforming SKUs.
Manage inventory turnover through ERP systems(target?45 days)and collaborate with logistics teams to optimize warehouse distribution strategies.
4.Localization and Innovation Implementation

Analyze social media trends in India(e.g.,popular topics on Josh/Moj)to develop"unboxing-friendly"products suitable for influencer marketing.
Design small-sized trial packs and cash-back incentive products for regions with high UPI payment and COD(Cash on Delivery)ratios.
Qualifications

1.Essential Requirements

Proficiency in product sourcing tools(Jungle Scout,Keepa),data analysis tools(Power BI,Tableau),and ERP systems.
Over 2 years of cross-border e-commerce product sourcing experience,with familiarity with Indian market policies such as BIS and FSSAI.
Working proficiency in English and basic reading and writing skills in Hindi(required to interpret local customer reviews).
2.Preferred Qualifications

Access to Chinese supply chain resources(e.g.,Yiwu and Shenzhen industrial belts).
Successful track record of creating best-sellers in India with an average order value of5-20.
Familiarity with local Indian e-commerce platform algorithms(e.g.,the weight of Flipkart's F-Assured label).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹800,000.00 - ₹1,000,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Paid sick time
Work Location: In person