Product Research VA – Winning Products (Backyard & Outdoor Niche)

I’m looking for an experienced Product Research VA to help find winning products for my Shopify store, Backyard Upgrade Co.

Your Responsibilities

  • Find 10–20 high-potential products each week in the backyard, outdoor living, garden, patio, landscaping, and home improvement niches.

  • Research products using tools such as Meta Ad Library, TikTok, AliExpress, Alibaba, CJdropshipping, Amazon, and other research platforms.

  • Verify that suppliers offer good pricing, reasonable shipping times, and reliable quality.

  • Compare competitor pricing and estimate profit margins.

  • Identify products with strong viral potential and consistent demand.

Each Product Submission Should Include

  • Product name

  • Supplier link

  • Product cost

  • Shipping cost and delivery time

  • Suggested selling price

  • Estimated profit margin

  • Competitor links

  • Why you believe it’s a winning product

  • Links to active ads or social media videos if available

Ideal Qualifications

  • Experience researching winning dropshipping products

  • Familiarity with Shopify and product sourcing

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Ability to identify trends before they become saturated

  • Excellent communication

When Applying, Please Answer These Questions

  • What tools do you use to find winning products?

  • How do you determine whether a product has winning potential?

  • Show me three products you’ve found recently that you believe could sell well, and explain why.

  • How do you verify supplier reliability and product quality?

  • How do you estimate realistic profit margins?

  • What mistakes do you see beginners make when choosing products?

  • Have you sourced products for Shopify stores before? If so, what niches?

  • If hired, what would your first week of work look like?

I’m looking for someone who can consistently find products with strong profit potential—not just products that look interesting.

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