FULL TIME- AI Content, SEO, Google Ads & eBay for Automotive Website

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Title: Full-Time Virtual Assistant - AI Content, SEO, Google Ads & eBay for Automotive Website

Employment Type: Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Salary: $500 - $700 USD/month (depending on experience)

Location: Philippines (Remote)



About Us:

We operate Tapa Jaguar & Land Rover Engines, an e-commerce website selling automotive engines and parts. We’re looking for a long-term Virtual Assistant who can use AI tools to grow our organic traffic and sales through content creation, SEO optimization, Google Ads management, and eBay store operations.



Your Main Responsibilities:

Week 1-2 (Setup & Performance Optimization Phase):

• Install and configure caching plugin (WP Rocket or LiteSpeed Cache) to dramatically speed up the site

• Optimize all images on the site (compress, lazy load)

• Clean up the WordPress database (remove spam, unused data, expired transients)

• Install and configure SEO plugins and schema markup

• Remove or deactivate unnecessary/slow plugins

• Create content generation workflow using ChatGPT/AI tools

• Optimize existing product pages

• Set up tracking and reporting systems

• Set up Google Merchant Center account and product feed

• Configure Google Shopping campaigns and Performance Max campaigns

• Audit and optimize eBay store listing (or create if doesn’t exist)

• Goal: Cut page load times from 3-5 seconds to under 1 second

Week 3+ (Ongoing):

• Generate 20-50 SEO-optimized pages per week using AI tools (ChatGPT)

• Topics: engine models, fault codes, diagnostic guides, installation instructions

• Publish and format content on WordPress

• Manage Google Ads campaigns (Shopping, Performance Max, Search)

• Maintain product feed in Google Merchant Center (daily or 4-hour updates)

• Manage eBay store (listings, inventory sync, pricing, customer service)

• Monitor and respond to chatbot conversations

• Basic SEO optimization (internal linking, meta descriptions, image optimization)

• Optimize all new images before uploading

• Weekly traffic and ranking reports

• Competitor research

• Product page updates

• Monthly database cleanup and maintenance

• Track and report on Google Ads ROAS, CPA, and conversion metrics

• Sync inventory across WordPress, Google Merchant Center, and eBay



Required Skills:

? Google Ads expertise - Shopping campaigns, Performance Max, Search campaigns, vehicle feed optimization
? Google Merchant Center experience - Product feed management, feed quality, daily/4-hour feed updates, attribute optimization
? eBay store management - Listing optimization, inventory management, pricing strategy, competitor analysis
? WordPress experience (adding pages, basic formatting, plugin management, performance optimization)
? SEO knowledge (keyword research, on-page optimization, basic technical SEO)
? Experience with ChatGPT or AI content tools
? Image optimization experience (compression, lazy loading)
? WordPress performance/caching plugin experience (WP Rocket, LiteSpeed Cache, W3 Total Cache, or similar)
? Google Analytics & conversion tracking - Understand ROAS, CPA, CTR metrics
? Excellent English writing (you’ll be editing AI content)
? Self-motivated (I’ll give you goals, you execute independently)
? Good communication (daily updates via Slack/email)
? Attention to detail
? Reliable internet and computer



Preferred (Not Required):

• Automotive knowledge or interest in cars

• Experience with automotive/e-commerce product feeds

• Experience managing multiple sales channels (multiplatform selling)

• Familiarity with Rank Math, Yoast, or similar SEO plugins

• Experience with OpenAI API or AI automation tools

• Basic graphic design (Canva) for featured images

• Experience cleaning up bloated WordPress sites

• Knowledge of database optimization

• Experience with vehicle-specific Google Ads (VIN, make, model, trim optimization)

• FBA or eBay seller experience

• Experience scaling product feeds to 500+ SKUs



Tools You’ll Use:

• WordPress (our website platform)

• Google Merchant Center (product feed management)

• Google Ads (Shopping, Performance Max, Search campaigns)

• eBay Seller Center (store management and optimization)

• Google Analytics 4 (conversion tracking and reporting)

• WP Rocket or LiteSpeed Cache (caching plugins to speed up site)

• Autoptimize plugin (optional - for CSS/JS optimization)

• ShortPixel or Imagify (image compression)

• ChatGPT Plus (we’ll provide account)

• SEO plugins (Rank Math or similar)

• Google Docs/Sheets

• Slack or similar (communication)

• Canva (for images)



What This Role Is Really About:

You’re not just managing a website — you’re managing a complete e-commerce operation across multiple channels:

• Organic traffic (SEO + AI content)

• Paid traffic (Google Ads)

• Marketplace sales (eBay)

• Conversion optimization (chatbot, landing pages, UX)

• Inventory sync (keeping all channels current)

Your goal: Drive traffic from multiple sources, keep inventory accurate everywhere, and maximize revenue.



Performance Optimization Priority:

Before we add hundreds of pages, we need a fast, clean foundation:

• Install caching plugin - Reduces page load times by 60-80%

• Compress all images - Images account for 50-70% of page weight

• Clean WordPress database - Remove spam, logs, revisions, expired data

• Disable slow plugins - Audit which plugins actually impact speed

• Enable browser caching - Speed up repeat visits

• Set up cache preloading - Pre-cache pages so no one hits an uncached page

Expected result: Your site will be noticeably faster BEFORE we add new pages.



Google Ads & Merchant Center Strategy:

Month 1:

• Set up Google Merchant Center account

• Create complete product feed (all engines in inventory)

• Launch Google Shopping campaigns

• Set up Performance Max campaign

• Optimize feed attributes (make, model, year, condition, price, mileage, transmission, etc.)

• Track initial performance metrics

Month 2+:

• Run A/B tests on ad copy and landing pages

• Optimize bids based on ROAS targets

• Monitor feed quality score (aim for 95%+ approval rate)

• Manage daily/4-hour feed updates

• Scale campaigns based on profitable keywords

• Target high-intent keywords: “2015 Range Rover engine for sale,” “Jaguar XF 5.0 supercharged engine,” etc.



eBay Store Strategy:

Week 1:

• Audit current eBay store (if exists) or set up new store

• Optimize listings with high-intent keywords

• Ensure accurate inventory and pricing

• Set competitive pricing strategy

Ongoing:

• Keep eBay inventory synced with actual stock

• Monitor eBay item specifics and optimize for searchability

• Respond to buyer inquiries promptly

• Monitor eBay trending categories for opportunities

• Manage eBay promotions and sales



What Success Looks Like:

Week 1:

• Site speed improved from 3-5 seconds to under 1 second

• Google Merchant Center set up with clean product feed

• Google Ads campaigns live and running

• eBay store optimized

• Caching properly configured

Month 1:

• 100+ SEO-optimized pages published with proper image optimization

• Google Shopping/Performance Max campaigns driving traffic

• eBay store generating sales

• Clear workflow established

• Consistent page load speed under 1 second

Month 2-3:

• 200+ additional pages published

• Google Ads ROAS target: 3:1 or higher

• Organic traffic increasing

• eBay sales ramping up

• Rankings improving for target keywords

• Smooth daily operations across all channels

Month 4+:

• Consistent content output (50-100 pages/month)

• Measurable traffic growth from organic + paid + eBay

• Multiple revenue streams optimized

• You’re running the entire e-commerce operation independently



Working Hours:

• 40 hours per week

• Flexible schedule, but need some overlap with US Eastern Time (for communication)

• Preferred: 8am-5pm Philippine Time or 9am-6pm Philippine Time

• Must be available for brief daily check-in calls



Compensation & Benefits:

Salary: $ ---------- /month based on experience

• $500/month - Strong WordPress/SEO experience, some Google Ads experience, learning eBay

• $600/month - Expert Google Ads + Merchant Center, moderate eBay experience

• $700/month - Full-stack e-commerce expert with proven track record across all channels

Performance bonuses: Potential monthly bonuses based on:

• Google Ads ROAS targets

• Organic traffic growth

• eBay sales milestones

• Feed quality metrics

Long-term opportunity: This is not a short-term project. Looking for someone to grow with the business for years.

Paid training period: First 2 weeks to learn our systems and industry



How to Apply:

Please send the following to: ----------

1. Resume/CV

2. Cover letter answering these questions:

• What’s your experience with Google Merchant Center? (Describe 2-3 projects, feed sizes, results)

• What’s your Google Ads experience? (Which campaign types? What were your ROAS/CPA targets?)

• Have you managed eBay stores? What was your success? (Sales volume, strategy, improvements)

• Have you synced inventory across multiple sales channels? How did you manage it?

• What’s your WordPress and SEO experience? (be specific)

• Have you used ChatGPT or AI tools for content creation? How?

• Why are you interested in this position?

• What’s your availability? Can you start immediately or need notice period?

3. Work samples (if available):

• WordPress sites you’ve worked on (include before/after speed improvements if possible)

• Google Ads campaigns you’ve managed (screenshot of ROAS/CPA metrics)

• eBay stores you’ve optimized (screenshots of listings, traffic, or sales data)

• Content you’ve written or published

• SEO results/improvements you’ve achieved

4. Quick test (DO THIS - required):

• Go to ChatGPT (free version is fine)

• Ask it to write: “A 300-word article about common problems with 2015 Range Rover Sport engines”

• Copy the output, edit it to make it better

• Send me both the original AI version AND your edited version

• This shows me you understand how to use and improve AI content

5. Google Ads Question:

• You’re managing a Google Shopping campaign for automotive parts. Feed quality is at 85% approval rate and ROAS is 1.8:1. What are 3 things you’d do to improve both metrics?

6. eBay Question:

• You’re managing a 500-item eBay auto parts store. Inventory is constantly changing. How would you keep eBay listings in sync with actual inventory?

7. References (at least 2 previous employers/clients with Google Ads or eBay experience)



Interview Process:

1. Application review (2-3 days)

2. Short written test (Google Ads + eBay + AI content tasks)

3. Video interview via Zoom (45 minutes)

4. Paid trial week ($150) - work 20 hours on Google Ads setup, feed optimization, eBay audit, and content

5. If successful ? Full-time hire



Start Date: Immediately (or within 2 weeks)



Important Notes:

• This is a long-term position - looking for 1+ year commitment minimum

• You must be self-directed - I’ll give you goals and check progress, but you manage your own time

• Honesty required - if you don’t know something, say so. I prefer someone who learns quickly over someone who pretends to know everything

• Growth potential - as the business grows, your salary can increase

• No agencies - individual applicants only

• Speed matters - Site performance is a priority. You’ll be expected to maintain fast load times even as we add 500+ pages



About You (Ideal Candidate):

You’re someone who:

• Loves learning new tools and technology

• Takes pride in seeing results (speed improvements, traffic growth, rankings, sales)

• Doesn’t need constant supervision

• Communicates proactively when there are questions or issues

• Wants a stable, long-term remote job

• Enjoys problem-solving and finding efficient workflows

• Understands that a fast website + multiple sales channels = maximum revenue



Why This Job is Great:

? Stable monthly income
? Work from home
? Learn cutting-edge AI tools
? Develop valuable WordPress performance optimization skills
? Gain expertise in Google Ads and e-commerce
? Flexible hours
? Long-term growth opportunity
? Performance bonuses
? Interesting industry (automotive)
? Direct communication with owner (no corporate bureaucracy)
? See real measurable results (speed improvements, traffic growth, sales)





Subject line: “VA Application -

Applications without the ChatGPT test (item #4), Google Ads question (item #5), and eBay question (item #6) will not be considered.

Deadline: Rolling applications until position is filled