Product Research Specialist (Manufacturing & Automotive Niche)

Product Researcher & Merchandiser – Automotive, Webbing & Safety Components We are a UK-based specialist manufacturer and assembler of premium seatbelts and safety harnesses. Our current portfolio includes bespoke and replica safety belts for classic cars (e.g., VW T2 Bay, Karmann Ghia), as well as compliance-driven restraint systems for buses, coaches, and commercial vehicles. We are looking for a sharp, detail-oriented Product Research Specialist to help us aggressively expand our product catalog. Your goal will be to identify 200 viable new products/product variations that we can manufacture and assemble in-house. This is not a standard retail arbitrage or dropshipping research role. Key Responsibilities - Product Discovery: Identify adjacent, high-demand niches that fit our assembly model (e.g., motorsport tie-downs, 4x4 recovery straps, cargo management, specialised safety harnesses). - Market Mapping: Deliver a structured, curated list of 200 product ideas weekly, including target audiences and competitive angles. Requirements - Proven experience in e-commerce product research and catalog merchandising (ideally in automotive, industrial, or hardware sectors). - Highly organised and data-driven. Price is $100