Vacancy: eCommerce Launch Expert

eCommerce Launch Expert Needed – Retail Product & Supplier Setup

Overview

We are looking for a commercially minded, hands-on individual with retail business experience to lead a defined project:

Get our online sales up and running.

This role involves pulling together supplier leads, developing our product offerings, and shaping a workable, profitable sales strategy via our Shopify website (recently relaunched).

This is a freelance/project-based role focused on results.

Key Deliverables

  • Launch-ready product selection and plan (mix of drop-shipping + stock buy-in)
  • Online store populated with market-ready product listings
  • Clear pricing structure that ensures profitability
  • Early-stage sales strategy and go-live support
  • Workable supplier relationships or leads in place (new or existing)

Responsibilities

  • Research or consolidate supplier leads (mainly furniture, homewares; fashion optional)
  • Identify products with viable margins and market demand
  • Set recommended pricing strategy for each product or category
  • Recommend suitable supply models: drop-ship, stock ordering, or a mix
  • Populate Shopify store with selected products (uploading where needed)
  • Suggest go-live actions (e.g., homepage layout, priority categories, shipping rules)
  • Review existing supplier terms and negotiate where needed
  • Collaborate with management to refine ideas and direction

Candidate Profile

  • Experience in retail, sales, product buying, merchandising, and/or eCommerce
  • Shopify site knowledge (especially product uploads, collections, etc.)
  • Supplier sourcing and negotiation experience
  • Project management experience, ideally with digital business platforms
  • Commercial acumen – understands pricing, gross margin, profitability, shipping
  • Confident working independently with regular input from management

Project Details

  • Type: Freelance / Fixed-term project
  • Location: Remote (UK hours preferred)
  • Duration: Approx. 4–8 weeks (flexible depending on scope and results)
  • Start: ASAP (from September 2025)
  • Platform: Shopify (primary)
  • Support: Direct line to management for input/decisions
  • Potential for Extension: Yes, depending on outcome

How to Apply

Please submit:

  • A short note on your relevant experience
  • Examples of similar projects you’ve worked on (e.g. launching online product sales, sourcing + pricing)
  • Your hourly or project rate
  • Your availability over the next 4–6 weeks (from Sept. 2025)

Email to mylittlehomeemporium@gmail.com or WhatsApp (or call) Tara at +44 7734 049620.

 

We look forward to hearing from you! –Emporium management

 

[Posted 4 September 2025]