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The Secret to Mastering Marketplaces: Navigating Amazon, TikTok, and Beyond

Sticking to a single platform is obsolete. To capture today's consumer, brands must master diverse marketplaces from Amazon's search-driven model to TikTok's spontaneous engagement. This article reveals the secret to navigating these complexities, streamlining operations, and unlocking unparalleled growth. Ready to expand your reach? 

August 20, 2025

2 min read

Richard Ward, CEO, THG Ingenuity

Having a single-platform strategy is obsolete. To capture today’s diverse consumer, brands must master multiple digital storefronts, from the structured efficiency of Amazon’s marketplace to the spontaneous engagement of TikTok Shop. This imperative for expansive reach, however, introduces significant operational complexities. So how do leading brands navigate this multi-platform reality to unlock unparalleled growth?  

The Multi-Marketplace Challenge

Each marketplace operates with its own unique algorithms, advertising models, fulfilment requirements, and customer demographics. The high-intent, search-driven strategy needed for giants like Amazon or US retailers such as Walmart and Target is fundamentally different from the approach required for fashion-focused platforms like Zalando or ASOS. Add to that the discount-oriented model of Secret Sales, the iconic British presence of Debenhams, or the discovery model (through engaging content) via TikTok Shop and the complexity multiplies. Managing product listings, inventory, pricing, promotions, customer service and analytics across multiple distinct platforms can quickly become a monumental task for brands. The core challenge lies in tailoring your listings, advertising, and fulfilment to each environment.

However, the rewards are substantial. A well-executed multi-marketplace strategy allows brands to tap into new customer segments, diverse revenue streams, and build resilience against reliance on any single platform.  

Marketplaces: Your Gateway to Internationalisation 

Beyond domestic growth, marketplaces serve as a powerful vehicle for internationalisation. They offer a faster, often lower-risk route into new global markets compared to establishing a local ecommerce presence from scratch. Brands can leverage the existing customer base and infrastructure of these platforms to test new regions and build a global footprint.  

However, expansion brings with it its own set of hurdles. Successful internationalisation requires navigating different currencies, complex tax and compliance laws, localised customer service expectations, and sophisticated international logistics networks. Without a cohesive strategy, brands risk reputation damage and compromising profitability.  

Your Unified Marketplace Solution

This is where a specialised marketplace manager becomes invaluable. THG Commerce offers an end-to-end approach to orchestrating your entire marketplace presence. Our proprietary technology and dedicated teams provide a unified platform for comprehensive ecommerce strategy and execution across a global portfolio of marketplaces. We help brands launch and scale in new territories with localised strategies.  

We streamline operations by handling everything from initial product listing optimisation and strategic pricing to efficient inventory management and global order fulfilment. Our expertise ensures your brand adheres to each platform’s specific guidelines, maximising visibility and driving conversions.  

Optimise Your Channel Performance

With THG Commerce, brands gain:  

  • Maximised Reach: Access new customers on diverse platforms.
  • Simplified Operations: Consolidate management with a single partner.  
  • Enhanced Profitability: Optimise listings, pricing and advertising for each channel.  
  • Data-Driven Decisions: Leverage insights from across your marketplace ecosystem.  

In the era of unified commerce, effectively navigating platforms like Amazon and TikTok isn’t just about presence; it’s about strategic, optimised performance on a global scale. Don’t let the complexity hold you back.  

Ready to elevate your marketplace strategy and unlock new revenue streams?