How to work on Amazon in Pakistan?

Introduction:

Over the years we have seen the growth of e-commerce and most importantly of e-commerce platforms. E-commerce has become a disruptor, but if we guess the biggest name in the world of e-commerce then it’s none other than Amazon. Amazon in Pakistan has singlehandedly changed the e-commerce game. What started as a book-selling company, is the biggest e-commerce platform with a valuation of 1.494 trillion dollars. Jeff Bezos has transformed Amazon and has changed the e-commerce ecosystem forever. With its presence and operations in more than 20 countries, it has surely achieved all the heights of success. 

In this blog, we’ll discover how we can work on Amazon with a Pakistani nationality. 

Pakistan’s introduction to Amazon marketplace: 

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Three years ago, during pre-pandemic Pakistan wasn’t allowed to enter Amazon. It was unfortunate for Pakistanis as they couldn’t benefit from the products and services of Amazon. However, there was a seismic shift that was seen among Pakistani retailers and businessmen. These people were determined to change that and enter the Amazon marketplace.

Because of Pakistanis, relentless hard work and determination, they managed to enter the Amazon in Pakistan marketplace. As of now, Pakistan has been added and counted Pakistan as an authorised seller and has begun operating locally. 

After years of negotiations, Pakistan has now been added to the list. These negotiations started back in 2020 between Amazon and the Ministry of Commerce. 

As of now, Pakistan is one of the fastest countries in the world to have the most Amazon sellers in a short period. Pakistan has left India, china and many other countries behind when it comes to seller accounts. This was a monumental moment for Pakistan as Amazon listed it as the country with the 

most seller accounts. It is both astonishing and thrilling that young people have started entering the Amazon in Pakistan marketplace and have started providing their services.

Unlocking Amazon career options in Pakistan:

With Pakistan now being added to the Amazon seller it is a great opportunity for local sellers. It’s a great opportunity because it means that more local sellers can sell their products without any obstacles that they were earlier facing. This will prove to be a massive boost in Pakistan’s economic sector and reshape our e-commerce landscape. 

As much as sellers can benefit from this opportunity, unfortunately, buyers cannot until the tech giant decides to open up its offices in Pakistan.

Following is a list of ways in which you can work and earn money via Amazon in Pakistan.

• Sell wholesale  Products 

With this option, you can sell goods in bulk rather than focusing on consumers. It’s a B2B marketplace here. It caters to the needs of retailers, resellers, and other businesses looking to source products in bulk. It also offers a variety of products across different categories like electronics, toys, cosmetics, home goods, utensils and more. 

• Amazon FBA 

Amazon FBA is also a widely used method by sellers. FBA allows third-party sellers to delegate packing, shipping and customer service processes to Amazon in Pakistan fulfilment network rather than handle logistics from their homes or offices, so for a small fee you have an enormous weight off your shoulders. It is one of the most profitable business methods. 

• Dropshipping model
  

  

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This model is also widely famous and has proven to be very effective, in this method, you don’t hold any inventory but instead partner with a supplier who will ship your products directly to customers. Once the customer has placed an order, you can place an order with the supplier who will ship it to the customer. 

• Amazon Web Services (AWS) 

Amazon web services is a newly launched platform, this online platform, provides you with scalable and cost-effective cloud computing services.

• Publish and create audiobooks

Nowadays people earn handsome amounts of money via selling and publishing audiobooks. Audiobooks are in demand these days, people who are not fond of reading books like to listen to audiobooks. 

• Online Arbitrage

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Online arbitrage is the process of buying products from online retailers and selling them at higher prices or profit at Amazon, eBay, or Facebook marketplace. In this, sellers usually buy discounted or cheap products and then sell them at a slightly higher price to earn a profit

Skills that are required to work on Amazon in Pakistan: 

These skills vary and depend on what you’d like to offer, however, there are a few skills that can help you on your Amazon in Pakistan journey. These skills include analytical thinking, communication skills, problem-solving and attention to detail.  

Impact of Amazon on Pakistan:

Ever since Amazon’s disruption in Pakistan, it has opened doors for Pakistani and Pakistani sellers. Sellers have benefitted from Amazon and have given work to local people. Only in 2023, our e-commerce sector was booming and by the end of the year, the 10 Billion dollar markup will expand by 25%. It is a huge step for Pakistan. Ever since Amazon in Pakistan announced its operation back in 2021, it was a significant step. 

As of now, Pakistanis are giving services in the wholesale market, dropshipping, virtual assistant, amazon web services as well as FBA. There are now also, hundreds of approved sellers from Pakistan offering a wide range of products, from clothes to electronics. Amazon in Pakistan standards are very high and only a small number of sellers can meet them.

Concluding thoughts:

In the end, we’d like to say that although there aren’t any options for buyers Amazon in Pakistan we have our fingers crossed. The traction and growth of Amazon over the past few years in Pakistan are enough proof that there is a huge undiscovered potential. E-commerce is a boost to our economy and with Amazon, we’ll reach new heights.