International Expansion Advisor (DTC Amazon)
Freebird, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Freebird is looking for an experienced
International Expansion Advisor
who has successfully scaled a U.S.-based eCommerce brand into major international markets. We are preparing to launch
Canada, the UK, and Australia
across both Amazon and DTC, and are looking for someone who has done this before at scale and can guide our team through the right structure, strategy, and execution. This is a
consultant, advisory, or fractional opportunity
for someone who enjoys helping fast-growing companies expand globally while working closely with senior leadership. The engagement is
part-time (5 to 10 hours per week)
and expected to last
3 to 6 months . You will work directly with our CEO, Chief of Staff, Finance, Operations, Amazon, and eCommerce teams to design and guide the international rollout. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience launching and scaling global operations for a consumer brand selling physical products manufactured in Asia.
What You’ll Help Us Do Design and guide the international expansion strategy for Freebird, including:
Market Launch Strategy
Define the optimal rollout strategy for Canada, UK, and Australia
Help determine sequencing and timelines for launches
Guide the transition from cross‑border fulfillment to local fulfillment
Legal, Tax & Entity Structure
Advise on optimal entity structure for international markets
Guide VAT/GST registration strategy
Help ensure compliance with international tax obligations
Coordinate with internal finance team and tax advisors
Importation & Logistics
Define importer‑of‑record strategy
Advise on customs, duties, and tariff considerations
Guide China → Amazon FBA and China → customer shipping flows
Help evaluate when to move to in‑market 3PL fulfillment
Advise on packaging, compliance, and importation requirements
Amazon Global Expansion
Advise on best practices for launching Amazon marketplaces internationally
Help navigate FBA import requirements and compliance
Guide marketplace setup for Canada, UK, and Australia
DTC International Strategy
Advise on cross‑border Shopify shipping strategy
Evaluate international carriers and duty solutions
Help design a scalable DTC international fulfillment model
Operational Playbook
Help create a clear international expansion blueprint
Identify risks and common pitfalls
Provide ongoing guidance as our team executes the rollout
Requirements We are looking for someone who has personally led or played a key role in international expansion for a fast‑growing eCommerce brand.
Ideal Background Includes
Experience scaling a U.S.-based DTC brand internationally
Deep familiarity with Amazon global marketplaces
Experience with Shopify cross‑border commerce
Experience importing products from China into global markets
Strong understanding of VAT, GST, customs, and international logistics
Experience launching in Canada, UK, and Australia
Background in consumer products / hardware / CPG / personal care preferred
Bonus Experience
Subscription businesses
Amazon FBA logistics
Global fulfillment and 3PL transitions
Benefits
Autonomy with support: real responsibility paired with strong leadership
Remote‑first and flexible: work with trust, autonomy, and accountability
No politics, just execution: a fast‑moving, results‑driven culture
Make your mark: help scale a 9‑figure brand entering its next phase of growth
Kind and people‑focused: we communicate openly, collaborate deeply, and support one another
Growth mindset: we embrace change, never settle, and continuously improve
Bias for action: we move fast, keep things simple, and innovate without fear
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International Expansion Advisor
who has successfully scaled a U.S.-based eCommerce brand into major international markets. We are preparing to launch
Canada, the UK, and Australia
across both Amazon and DTC, and are looking for someone who has done this before at scale and can guide our team through the right structure, strategy, and execution. This is a
consultant, advisory, or fractional opportunity
for someone who enjoys helping fast-growing companies expand globally while working closely with senior leadership. The engagement is
part-time (5 to 10 hours per week)
and expected to last
3 to 6 months . You will work directly with our CEO, Chief of Staff, Finance, Operations, Amazon, and eCommerce teams to design and guide the international rollout. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience launching and scaling global operations for a consumer brand selling physical products manufactured in Asia.
What You’ll Help Us Do Design and guide the international expansion strategy for Freebird, including:
Market Launch Strategy
Define the optimal rollout strategy for Canada, UK, and Australia
Help determine sequencing and timelines for launches
Guide the transition from cross‑border fulfillment to local fulfillment
Legal, Tax & Entity Structure
Advise on optimal entity structure for international markets
Guide VAT/GST registration strategy
Help ensure compliance with international tax obligations
Coordinate with internal finance team and tax advisors
Importation & Logistics
Define importer‑of‑record strategy
Advise on customs, duties, and tariff considerations
Guide China → Amazon FBA and China → customer shipping flows
Help evaluate when to move to in‑market 3PL fulfillment
Advise on packaging, compliance, and importation requirements
Amazon Global Expansion
Advise on best practices for launching Amazon marketplaces internationally
Help navigate FBA import requirements and compliance
Guide marketplace setup for Canada, UK, and Australia
DTC International Strategy
Advise on cross‑border Shopify shipping strategy
Evaluate international carriers and duty solutions
Help design a scalable DTC international fulfillment model
Operational Playbook
Help create a clear international expansion blueprint
Identify risks and common pitfalls
Provide ongoing guidance as our team executes the rollout
Requirements We are looking for someone who has personally led or played a key role in international expansion for a fast‑growing eCommerce brand.
Ideal Background Includes
Experience scaling a U.S.-based DTC brand internationally
Deep familiarity with Amazon global marketplaces
Experience with Shopify cross‑border commerce
Experience importing products from China into global markets
Strong understanding of VAT, GST, customs, and international logistics
Experience launching in Canada, UK, and Australia
Background in consumer products / hardware / CPG / personal care preferred
Bonus Experience
Subscription businesses
Amazon FBA logistics
Global fulfillment and 3PL transitions
Benefits
Autonomy with support: real responsibility paired with strong leadership
Remote‑first and flexible: work with trust, autonomy, and accountability
No politics, just execution: a fast‑moving, results‑driven culture
Make your mark: help scale a 9‑figure brand entering its next phase of growth
Kind and people‑focused: we communicate openly, collaborate deeply, and support one another
Growth mindset: we embrace change, never settle, and continuously improve
Bias for action: we move fast, keep things simple, and innovate without fear
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