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Are you an ambitious e-commerce leader with a proven track record in online retail, ready to step into a significant ownership role and drive the future of a thriving business? Have you envisioned owning your own online enterprise but desire a strong foundation and strategic support?

Mainshares Capital is seeking a Partner & Chief Executive Officer to lead and expand a well-established e-commerce business specializing in outdoor lawn and garden equipment parts. Based in the Philadelphia, PA metro area, this company boasts nearly two decades of success, selling exclusively online via Amazon, eBay, and its proprietary website. This is a unique opportunity to partner in the ownership and operation of a business with a dedicated team and established customer base.

As a Partner & CEO, you'll benefit from a competitive compensation structure that includes substantial equity in the company, allowing you to build significant wealth as the business grows, alongside attractive bonus opportunities.

What You Can Expect

• Strategic Partnership & Support: While you'll be the ultimate decision-maker, you'll gain access to Mainshares’ robust platform of services, advisors, and vendors. This includes mentorship and guidance from seasoned owners and operators in e-commerce and retail distribution.

• Uncapped Growth Potential: This opportunity offers the chance to directly impact the trajectory of a successful e-commerce operation, driving significant growth in a dynamic market. You'll have the autonomy to implement strategies that unlock new revenue streams and expand market reach, with the financial rewards of ownership directly tied to your success.

• Meaningful Ownership & Impact: You'll be at the helm of a respected small business, making critical operational and strategic decisions. Your leadership will directly shape the company's future, its impact on customers, and the well-being of its employees, embodying our mission to foster robust small businesses.

About the Opportunity

This e-commerce business has been a leader in the online sale of lawn and garden equipment parts for 19 years, building a strong reputation and loyal customer base through its sales channels on Amazon, eBay, and its proprietary website. It represents a significant e-commerce division of a larger entity, ready for a dedicated leader to unlock its next phase of growth. The business comes with a strong foundation and a team of six dedicated full-time employees.

Location

The business is based in the Philadelphia metro area and preference is for the candidate to be local. However, we're open to remote candidates with a strong track record of successful remote leadership and business management.

Who We Are Looking For

We are searching for a highly driven, detail-oriented, and experienced e-commerce expert who possesses the entrepreneurial spirit to lead and significantly grow this online retail business. This role requires a hands-on approach to strategic planning, operational execution, and team leadership.

Essential Qualifications

• E-commerce Leadership: 10+ years professional experience including 3+ years in e-commerce, with a proven track record of managing and scaling online retail operations, particularly within consumer products or parts distribution.

• Marketplace Expertise: Deep understanding and hands-on experience with major online marketplaces like Amazon and eBay, including listing optimization, advertising strategies, and fulfillment logistics.

• Digital Marketing Acumen: Demonstrated success in digital marketing, including SEO, SEM, social media marketing, and other strategies to drive online traffic and conversions to both marketplace and proprietary websites.

• Supply Chain & Operations: Proven experience in managing online retail supply chains, including inventory management, warehousing, order fulfillment, and logistics for a high-volume product catalog.

• Scaling & Growth Strategy: A clear vision and practical experience in scaling retail distribution and online sales, identifying new growth opportunities, and overcoming market saturation challenges.

• Financial & Business Management: Significant experience in e-commerce business management, including budgeting, financial analysis, P&L responsibility, and strategic planning to maximize profitability.

• Team Leadership: Experience leading and motivating a small team, fostering a productive work environment, and ensuring operational excellence.

Ready to take the next step in your career and become a partner and CEO of a thriving e-commerce business? We invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.