Ecommerce Operations VA

Posted 19hrs ago

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Ecommerce Operations VA managing product operations and online customer service for an Australian client. Engaging in all aspects of ecommerce support in a remote setting.

Responsibilities:

  • Upload and build products in Shopify including descriptions, images, variants, dimensions, and care instructions
  • End-to-end product setup for homewares and furniture with guidance from the buying team
  • Write and manage furniture and product descriptions based on provided briefs
  • Manage site merchandising including collection ordering, category setup, and featured product placement
  • Ensure product page accuracy, consistency, and brand alignment across all listings
  • Upload, tag, and manage product images, identifying gaps using Google Sheets checklists
  • Maintain basic on-page SEO including page titles, meta descriptions, and image alt text
  • Update website content such as banners, landing pages, navigation, and CMS pages
  • Maintain product information in Google Sheets (PIM data including attributes, dimensions, colours, and season codes)
  • Monitor stock availability and support range updates in coordination with the buying team
  • Provide ad hoc support to buying and design teams including product data requests and photoshoot preparation
  • Manage daily online customer enquiries and email communications
  • Handle post-purchase communications including order updates, dispatch notifications, delivery timelines, and follow-ups
  • Coordinate Click & Collect orders for homewares and furniture with warehouse and retail teams
  • Liaise with warehouse staff regarding order fulfilment, stock movement, and exceptions
  • Communicate with couriers regarding tracking, delivery issues, and shipment updates
  • Manage order exceptions including cancellations, refunds, exchanges, and damaged goods via Shopify and related systems
  • Respond to urgent stock and delivery enquiries in a timely and professional manner

Requirements:

  • Proven Shopify admin experience (product uploads, collections, and content pages — not just storefront use)
  • Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and content quality
  • Intermediate Google Sheets / Excel skills (comfortable with live, formula-driven spreadsheets)
  • Excellent written English for customer and internal communication
  • Experience handling ecommerce customer emails and order communications
  • Ability to follow structured briefs and work independently with minimal supervision
  • Available within 1–2 weeks and able to commit to 40 hours per week
  • Previous virtual assistant or ecommerce operations experience (product + customer operations) - Nice to Have
  • Background in homewares, furniture, fashion, or lifestyle retail - Nice to Have
  • Experience managing Shopify order workflows (refunds, cancellations, exchanges) - Nice to Have
  • Familiarity with PIM systems and catalogue data management - Nice to Have
  • Experience with inventory/ERP systems such as REX, DEAR, or Cin7 - Nice to Have
  • Basic SEO knowledge (meta titles, descriptions, alt text best practice) - Nice to Have
  • Experience with customer support platforms such as Gorgias or Zendesk - Nice to Have