Job Details
Company Overview:
Basket Materials is an early-stage Bay Area startup with a single mission: to optimize the recovery of assets and materials for our customers and the planet. Our vision is to become the leading provider of recycled critical minerals by providing a single point-of-contact for the disposition of end-of-life and unused assets. We collect electronic waste and return those materials to the supply chain by reselling usable products and recycling commodities.
Position Overview:
Do you like uncovering hidden value in discarded items? We are seeking a highly motivated eCommerce Specialist to join our team onsite in Palo Alto. As an eCommerce Specialist, you will be responsible for identifying, testing, and marketing a wide range of electronics to sell on our various e-commerce platforms. You will learn an incredible amount about different both electronics and marketing, all while contributing to the circular economy.
What's in it for you?
- Base pay: $20/hr // overtime available
- Quarterly performance bonus based on sales from your listings
- 2 Weeks Paid Vacation, 8 Paid Holidays + Sick Pay
- Healthcare, Dental
- 401K
- Free lunch and Paid Lunch Breaks
- Incredible Learning Journey
Key Responsibilities:- Item Identification: Identify electronics suitable for resale from the items collected for recycling.
- Prepping for Resale: Clean, test, and refurbish electronics as necessary to ensure they meet quality standards for resale.
- Platform Selection: Determine the most appropriate e-commerce platforms (e.g., eBay, Amazon, etc.) for listing based on factors such as item type, condition, market demand, ability to ship, etc.
- Listing Creation: Create compelling listings including pricing, titles, descriptions, product specs, and high-quality photos to attract potential buyers.
- Posting Management: Post listings on selected e-commerce platforms, ensuring accuracy and optimization for search visibility.
- Additional duties may include sales monitoring, customer service, and packaging/shipping.
- Follow all safety rules for warehouse including wearing of PPE - steel toe shoes, safety vest, gloves, safety glasses and hearing protection when appropriate.
Qualifications:- Enthusiastic hard worker with diligent attention to detail and ability to accurately describe product features and condition.
- Ability to remain flexible as specific assignments change.
- Ability to work with a variety of computer and software systems.
- Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.
- Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
- Must be able to stand and walk up to eight hours per day.
- Previous experience with buying or selling on e-commerce platforms, particularly eBay, is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of electronic products, including computers, smartphones, home appliances, and consumer electronics is a plus.
This is an entry-level position with opportunities for growth within the company. If you are passionate about sustainability and e-commerce and have a desire to make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply and join our team!