Amazon Wholesale Tools & Hardware Growth Manager
Worldwide
About Us We are an established and fast-growing Amazon wholesale company with a proven track record in the Medical Supplies category. We have a large, fully operational Amazon account, established business infrastructure, active distributor relationships, purchasing capacity, and a successful wholesale sourcing model. We are now expanding into the Tools & Hardware category and are looking for an experienced Growth Manager who can build and lead this division from the ground up. This is not a virtual assistant or basic product-research position. We need someone with real experience in Amazon wholesale, Tools & Hardware brands, distributors, supplier account development, and profitability analysis. Your Role You will take full ownership of the Tools & Hardware division and be responsible for developing it into a profitable and scalable business segment. Your responsibilities will include: Developing the overall Amazon wholesale strategy for Tools & Hardware Identifying profitable brands, manufacturers, distributors, and product categories Finding and opening accounts with authorized distributors and direct brand suppliers Communicating and negotiating with distributors, brands, and sales representatives Obtaining catalogs, price lists, account terms, discounts, and special purchasing opportunities Analyzing supplier catalogs and identifying profitable Amazon opportunities Evaluating ROI, margins, sales velocity, Buy Box stability, competition, Amazon presence, and IP-related risks Selecting products and preparing purchase recommendations Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers Negotiating better pricing, volume discounts, payment terms, and credit limits Monitoring existing products and identifying opportunities to reorder or discontinue SKUs Developing a scalable sourcing and purchasing process Reporting weekly results, opportunities, supplier progress, risks, and recommended next steps Taking full responsibility for the growth and profitability of this division Required Experience You must have: Proven experience with Amazon wholesale in the United States Direct experience in the Tools, Hardware, Industrial, Home Improvement, or related categories Experience working with authorized distributors, manufacturers, and brands Strong knowledge of profitable brands and product categories within Tools & Hardware Experience analyzing large distributor catalogs and price lists Strong understanding of Keepa, SellerAmp, Amazon Seller Central, and wholesale product-research tools Understanding of Buy Box behavior, sales rank, ROI, margins, FBA fees, competition, IP complaints, MAP policies, and Amazon restrictions Experience opening wholesale accounts and negotiating with suppliers Ability to work independently and take complete ownership of a business division Strong written and spoken English A results-driven and entrepreneurial mindset Preferred Qualifications We will give priority to candidates who: Already have relationships with Tools & Hardware distributors or brand representatives Have previously built or managed an Amazon wholesale category or division Can provide specific examples of profitable brands, products, or supplier accounts they have developed Have experience with brands in power tools, hand tools, fasteners, safety equipment, industrial supplies, plumbing, electrical, automotive tools, lawn and garden equipment, or related categories Understand how to evaluate supplier authorization and supply-chain documentation Have experience managing purchasing budgets and inventory planning What We Provide An established and successful Amazon wholesale business A large, fully operational Amazon seller account Existing business infrastructure and experienced operational support Purchasing capital for approved opportunities Warehouse and fulfillment capabilities Experience working with major distributors The opportunity to build and lead a new division with significant growth potential Long-term cooperation for the right candidate Performance-based bonuses can be discussed based on measurable results Important We are not looking for someone who only knows how to scan lists or perform basic product research. We need a person who understands the Tools & Hardware wholesale market, knows how to find and develop supplier relationships, can identify scalable opportunities, and is ready to be accountable for the financial performance of the division. To Apply Please answer the following questions: How many years of Amazon wholesale experience do you have? What experience do you have specifically in Tools, Hardware, Industrial Supplies, or Home Improvement? Which distributors or types of suppliers have you worked with? Which Tools & Hardware brands or product categories have you successfully sourced? Have you personally opened wholesale accounts with brands or authorized distributors? Describe one Tools & Hardware wholesale opportunity you developed, including the sourcing process and results. What criteria do you use to determine whether a product is profitable, scalable, and safe to sell on Amazon? Which tools and software do you use for sourcing and catalog analysis? What would your first 30 days in this role look like? Are you interested in a long-term position with performance-based compensation? Please begin your proposal with the words “TOOLS GROWTH” so we know you have read the entire job description. Applications without specific Tools & Hardware wholesale experience will not be considered.
- More than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- 6+ monthsDuration
- ExpertExperience Level
- Remote Job
- Ongoing projectProject Type
Skills and Expertise
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- Proposals:5 to 10
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- United StatesHowell6:35 AM
- $9.2K total spent10 hires, 0 active
- 626 hours
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