Position Overview:
TapeManBlue is looking for a part-time Administrative Coordinatorto join us on a temporary basis to assist with our product expansion efforts. In this role, you will apply your research and organizational skills to find high-potential products, connect with reliable manufacturers, and secure competitive quotes that directly impact our company’s ability to expand and grow its product line. This fully remote position gives you great flexibility while allowing you to complete valuable work with a team that cares about you.
Details:
- Hours: 15 hours/week
- Duration: 6-month contract (with possibility for future extension)
- Schedule: Flexible schedule (no set hours), but requires daily availability during normal business hours
- Location: Remote
- Reports to: CEO
What you’ll do:
- Research potential new products by analyzing competitor catalogs, online marketplaces, and industry trends
- Identify and evaluate product manufacturers and suppliers
- Find and reach out to supplier contacts to request product information and quotes
- Organize and track supplier communications and quote requests to ensure timely follow-up
- Complete general operational administrative tasks & reporting as needed
Necessary Skills & Experience:
- A natural researcher with persistence and curiosity — you enjoy the “thrill of the hunt”
- Comfortable using AI tools to enhance research, organization, and supplier discovery
- Quick and comfortable learning new software currently used by the team
- Exceptional organizational skills to track multiple quote requests, supplier communications, and research findings simultaneously
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for engaging suppliers professionally
- Willing to initiate phone conversations to connect with suppliers and gather information
- Persistence and problem-solving skills to overcome challenges in identifying hard-to-find products and reliable manufacturers
- Detail-oriented with the ability to analyze pricing, product attributes, and market opportunities
- Prior experience in sourcing, procurement, or purchasing is a plus (but not required)
- Self-motivated and independent, able to manage sourcing projects and timelines with minimal supervision
About the Company:
TapeManBlue gives purchasers peace of mind by providing tape they can trust at a price they’re excited about. We’re a fast-growing eCommerce company leveraging digital sales channels like Amazon and Shopify to bring American-made products to an industry stuck ordering out of catalogs. Our lean operation allows us to offer competitive pricing & free shipping, which keeps our customers coming back. We’ve been awarded the Inc. 5000 fastest growing companies five years in a row, and we’re excited about our continued growth in the future. We’d love for you to play a part in creating it. Check out our website here:
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 per week
Benefits:
Work Location: Remote
