Retail and ECommerce Support

Virtual Assistants for Retail and ECommerce Businesses

Scale your retail and ecommerce business with specialized remote talent from Africa. Our industry-trained virtual assistants understand your unique needs and workflows, starting at just $5/hour. When you hire retail support from Taskbaba, you get access to pre-vetted, college-educated remote African VAs who are trained to work with ecommerce platforms and retail management tools.

Ecommerce and retail expertise included
Dedicated talent deployed in 5 days
Save up to 80% on staffing costs

Hire Retail and ECommerce Support Assistant

Fill out the form and we'll match you with retail and ecommerce virtual assistant talent within 5 days.

Best Features

Streamline your retail and ecommerce operations

Ecommerce Platform Management

Our retail virtual assistants help manage product listings, inventory updates, and order processing across multiple ecommerce platforms to keep your online store running smoothly.

Product listing creation and optimization
Inventory tracking and updates
Order processing and fulfillment support
Customer service and inquiry handling
Sales reporting and analytics tracking

What's Included

Everything you get with our retail and ecommerce support

Multi-platform expertise

Get support from assistants trained in Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon, eBay, and other major ecommerce platforms used in retail businesses.

Inventory management

Keep track of stock levels, product updates, and inventory synchronization across channels with dedicated support from your retail team.

Order processing support

Streamline your fulfillment process with professional assistants who handle order confirmation, tracking updates, and customer notifications efficiently.

Customer service excellence

Ensure exceptional customer experiences with assistants who handle inquiries, returns, refunds, and customer communications professionally and promptly.

Sales reporting and analytics

Track performance metrics, sales data, and customer insights with detailed reporting support from your retail virtual assistants, helping you make data-driven decisions.

Product content optimization

Improve your product listings with optimized descriptions, keyword research, and SEO-friendly content created by skilled African virtual assistants who understand ecommerce best practices.

Pricing

Simple, transparent pricing.

Choose monthly retainers with flexible part-time or full-time options. No hidden fees.

General Virtual Assistant

$400 / mo

Entry-level support for basic retail admin tasks (20 hrs/week).

Dedicated Task Manager
Email and calendar management
Order processing support
Basic customer service
Inventory tracking updates
Product listing assistance

Get Started

Frequently asked questions.

How quickly can I get a retail virtual assistant?

Most retail and ecommerce businesses have their dedicated retail support assistant deployed and working within 5 days of submitting their requirements.

What retail tasks can a virtual assistant handle?

Our retail virtual assistants handle product listing creation, inventory management, order processing, customer service, sales reporting, product content optimization, multi-platform management, and returns processing. They are trained in major ecommerce platforms like Shopify, WooCommerce, and Amazon Seller Central.

How does pricing work for retail support?

We offer monthly retainer pricing starting at $400/month for General Virtual Assistants (part-time) and $640/month for Specialized Virtual Assistants (part-time). Full-time options are available at $800/month and $1,280/month respectively. No hidden fees, no long-term contracts. Perfect for retail businesses that need flexible support.

Can assistants work with multiple ecommerce platforms?

Absolutely. Our retail support professionals are trained on major ecommerce platforms including Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon, eBay, Etsy, and others. They can manage product listings, inventory, orders, and customer service across multiple channels simultaneously.

What if my retail assistant doesn't work out?

We offer free replacements. If your retail virtual assistant isn't the right fit, we'll quickly match you with a new one at no additional cost. Your business continuity is our priority.

Can assistants handle peak season workloads?

Yes. During busy seasons like holidays, you can scale up your retail support team by adding more hours or additional assistants. Our flexible retainer model allows you to adjust capacity based on your business needs without long-term commitments.

What timezone do retail virtual assistants work in?

Our assistants are flexible and can work your preferred timezone. Most are in Africa and can overlap with US, UK, or EU business hours to ensure they're available when your retail business needs them, including during peak customer service hours.

Can I scale retail support up or down as needed?

Absolutely! You can adjust hours, add more retail virtual assistants, or scale down as your business needs change. This is especially valuable during seasonal peaks or when launching new product lines. No penalties or long-term commitments.