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Michael Austin

Michael Austin

Gainesville,FL

Summary

As a lifelong pet lover, outdoor enthusiast, and hands-on eCommerce leader, I was very excited by the opportunity to join Fera Pets as your Sr. Amazon Manager. With over a decade of experience managing and scaling Amazon 3P accounts and a strong passion for optimizing both process and performance, I’m confident I can help Fera thrive in a highly competitive category while aligning with your mission to support pet wellness with transparency and integrity.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Brand Director

Revstep, LLC
12.2022 - Current
  • Own Amazon 3P channel strategy and execution for multiple clients, averaging a 56% YOY growth rate for 2024
  • Lead end-to-end account management: P&L, demand planning, FBA logistics, listings optimization, pricing, promotions, and operational performance
  • Create and execute all Amazon advertising strategy aligning TACOS, ACOS, and ROAS to client business goals
  • Execute the "Traffic X Conversion x Inventory X AOV = Sales" strategy to drive sustainable organic growth on Amazon
  • Manage a team of account managers and support staff, providing coaching and mentorship while contributing to company-wide process improvements and operational efficiency initiatives.
  • Build and execute GTM launch plans for new products, optimizing SEO, visual content, and conversion strategies across Amazon and Walmart
  • Present performance data and growth strategy directly to client executives, delivering clear recommendations grounded in KPIs and market trends

Operations Director

Scuba Monkey Dive Center, LLC
05.2017 - 12.2022
  • Led multi-channel eCommerce operations across Amazon, Walmart, and eBay, overseeing over 6,000 product listings
  • Optimized listings using market research, performance metrics, and sales data to boost visibility and conversion
  • Analyzed financial and operational reports to drive data-informed decision-making and improve efficiency
  • Negotiated supplier contracts, pricing terms, and delivery schedules to enhance profitability and supply reliability
  • Implemented inventory control systems to reduce stockouts and improve working capital management
  • Spearheaded eCommerce growth, achieving a 1400% increase in revenue from 2018 - 2022
  • Recruited, trained, and managed a cross-functional team, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and daily productivity

Education

High School Diploma -

Miami Palmetto Senior High
Miami, FL
06.2009

Skills

  • P&L Ownership
  • Amazon Seller Central
  • PPC Advertising
  • Product Launch Strategy
  • Inventory Forecasting
  • Data Analysis
  • Market Research & Analysis
  • SEO & Copy Creation
  • Project Management
  • Team Management
  • Autodidact
  • Excel (V-Lookup)

Timeline

Senior Brand Director

Revstep, LLC
12.2022 - Current

Operations Director

Scuba Monkey Dive Center, LLC
05.2017 - 12.2022

High School Diploma -

Miami Palmetto Senior High