E-Commerce Specialist at Appen

Calabarzon, Philippines

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Part TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
E-Commerce, RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • Proven track record in e-commerce & AI/Annotation projects
  • Demonstrated success in managing brand development or e-commerce platforms
  • Professional experience delivering results in a fast-paced business environment
  • Prior experience in managing brands
  • Knowledge from one or more industries: FMCG, electronics, fashion, home decor, outdoor, automotive
  • Strong understanding of fashion and consumer trends (preferred)
  • Grounded attitude, strong leadership and organizational skills, flexibility in planning, and collaborative team spirit
  • Adhere to company’s Off/Leave policy
  • Commit to work hours aligning with project or client schedules
  • Willing to work at client’s office (BGC, Taguig) or company’s Cavite-based locations

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily configuration and upkeep of CPV underlying data, including category trees and attributes
  • Leverage experience in managing brands to support strategic growth and operational excellence
  • Apply industry expertise from FMCG, electronics, fashion, home decor, outdoor, or automotive
  • Compare products across various channels
  • Negotiate pricing with suppliers
  • Identify cost-effective sourcing opportunities
  • Ensure compliance with company guidelines

Skills

Product Sourcing
Supplier Negotiation
Product Evaluation
Data Management
CPV Configuration
Product Categorization
Category Tree Management
Attribute Maintenance
E-Commerce Platforms

Appen

Provides high-quality training data for AI

About Appen

Appen provides high-quality training data necessary for developing artificial intelligence (AI) systems, specializing in collecting and labeling data such as images, text, speech, audio, and video. The company uses a combination of in-house experts and a network of over 1 million contractors to deliver data annotation services, which help AI algorithms learn effectively. Appen stands out from competitors due to its global reach and extensive contractor network, allowing it to offer reliable data tailored to client needs. The goal of Appen is to enable organizations to create AI systems that perform various functions, enhancing the overall capabilities of AI technology.

Sydney, AustraliaHeadquarters
1996Year Founded
$358MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
AI & Machine LearningIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options
Professional Development Budget
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition from emerging data annotation startups threatens Appen's market share.
A major contract breach with Google highlights potential client relationship vulnerabilities.
Office closures in Toronto and Bellevue may impact operational capabilities and morale.

Differentiation

Appen specializes in high-quality training data for AI systems.
Appen offers multi-language database development for complex language technology needs.
Appen's Social Instinct platform moderates social media content in multiple languages.

Upsides

Appen raised $50 million to capitalize on generative AI opportunities.
Appen launched a solution for enterprises to customize large language models.
Appen recognized as a leader in data annotation by Everest Group in 2024.

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