Dropshipping General Manager

Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly versatile General Manager to report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and support the launch of a home goods and real estate product line and business. The General Manager will oversee the research, strategy, implementation, and operational management of 3-4 distinct products and business concepts. This role requires a proactive leader who is adept in a range of skills from bookkeeping to project management, and who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Requirements:
- Strong dropshipping experience
- Strong Shopify and Klaviyo experience, setting up and managing online stores
- Product creation, sourcing suppliers
- Fluent English speaking and writing

Bonuses:
- Bookkeeping experience
- Real estate VA experience
- Have worked with a CEO before

Job Application: https://forms.clickup.com/8609653/f/86qvn-297/HV25KVACALULVSWYO4

Job Responsibilities:

1. Research
- Market Analysis: Conduct comprehensive market research to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive landscapes. This includes gathering data on potential customers, competitors, and market conditions.
- Product Research and Design: Conduct feasibility studies for new product lines and business concepts, and the requirements for production. Assist in the design of the products and business concepts.
- Vendor and Supplier Research: Source and evaluate potential manufacturers, vendors and suppliers to find the best quality, service, and price for product components or services required.

2. Strategy Formulation
- Business Strategy Development: With the market research conducted, develop strategic plans on how we will procure and manufacture the new products, and the project roadmap.
- Product Strategy: Create strategies for product development, launch, and lifecycle management. Determine pricing, distribution, and promotional strategies.

3. Implementation and Execution
- Project Management: Oversee the implementation of the product strategy through effective project management. This includes setting timelines, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Operational Processes: Implement operational policies and procedures to ensure efficient workflow and quality standards in every aspect of the business.
- Technology Utilization: Leverage technology for business efficiency, such as utilizing e-commerce platforms like Shopify for online sales, Klaviyo for consumer analytics, or adopting project management tools.

4. Oversight and Management
- Team Leadership: Manage and lead our vendors, ensuring that all members are motivated, engaged, and well-informed of their responsibilities and the company’s objectives.
- Financial Oversight: Monitor the financial health of the business, including budgeting, financial forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Quality Control: Ensure that all products and services meet the required standards and continuously seek improvements in quality and performance.
- Stakeholder Management: Communicate effectively with all stakeholders including investors, partners, and customers to keep them informed and involved in relevant decisions.
- Growth and Expansion: Plan for the scaling of business operations, exploring new markets or segments for expansion, and strategizing on entering new verticals.