Procurement & Supply Chain Operations Executive | CEO, Pyro Purchasing Partners
Supply chain performance directly impacts profitability, customer satisfaction, and growth. When procurement processes become reactive, suppliers become unreliable, or inventory planning falls behind demand, businesses lose margin and operational control.
As CEO of Pyro Purchasing Partners, a veteran-owned procurement and supply chain consulting firm, I've provided executive-level procurement, sourcing, and supply chain leadership to organizations ranging from high-growth e-commerce brands to manufacturing, aerospace, energy, and international development organizations.
Pyro Purchasing Partners is a Top Rated Plus agency on Upwork, ranked among the Top 1% of Supply Chain & Procurement talent, delivering measurable results through hands-on execution rather than advisory-only engagements.
Performance Highlights 2025 - 2026
• $484M+ in contract management oversight
• $2.49M+ in documented cost savings secured
• $8.38M+ in negotiated purchase terms improvements
• 130+ completed engagements across procurement, sourcing, and supply chain operations
• Active management of multi-million-dollar domestic and international supply chains
Client Success Stories
Below 60 LLC | Consumer Products & Retail Expansion
Provided end-to-end supply chain leadership across sourcing, procurement, inventory planning, product development, retail onboarding, and operational execution.
Results:
• 271% year-over-year growth while maintaining margin targets
• 10 successful product launches within 17 months
• Expansion into channels including Amazon, Shopify, Faire, QVC, Tik Tok Shop
• Negotiated manufacturing agreements and supplier partnerships across North America and Mexico,
Texas Wholesale LLC | Procurement & Supplier Management - Feb 2026
Equipment Purchase Negotiation over $200k. Vendor Selection
BBQ-Aid LLC | Operational Scaling & Supply Chain Leadership
Delivered strategic supply chain management and operational support during a period of rapid growth.
Results:
• Supported revenue growth from approximately $3.5M to $6M within 18 months
• Improved inventory planning, supplier management, and purchasing processes
• Developed scalable operational procedures and forecasting frameworks
Wildlife Works LLC | International Procurement & Export Operations
Managed U.S.-based procurement and export activities supporting sustainability and infrastructure projects throughout the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Results:
• Coordinated international sourcing, logistics, and export compliance activities
• Supported infrastructure initiatives delivering clean water access to rural communities
• Managed complex supplier and stakeholder relationships across multiple countries
Standard Bots | Robotics Manufacturing
Supported procurement operations for one of the fastest-growing robotics manufacturers in the United States.
Results:
• Developed supplier sourcing strategies for critical production components
• Improved vendor management and procurement processes
• Supported manufacturing growth through reliable supply chain execution
Core Services
• Strategic Sourcing & Global Supplier Development
• Procurement Transformation & Purchasing Operations
• Contract Negotiation & Commercial Terms Optimization
• Product Development & Manufacturing Management
• Inventory Planning & Demand Forecasting
• Supply Chain Strategy & Operational Execution
• Import / Export Compliance & International Logistics
• Supplier Performance Management & Vendor Qualification
• ERP, Procurement Systems & Process Optimization
• Fractional Director of Supply Chain & Operations Leadership
• Government Contracting, Compliance & Procurement Support
Organizations engage Pyro Purchasing Partners when costs are increasing, supplier performance is declining, inventory challenges are impacting growth, or procurement systems can no longer support business objectives.
For businesses seeking experienced procurement and supply chain leadership with a focus on measurable operational outcomes, let's schedule a brief conversation to discuss your objectives.
Procurement
Supply Chain & Logistics
Supply Chain Management
Logistics Coordination
Sourcing
Vendor Management
Price & Quote Negotiation
Purchase Orders
Purchasing Management
Procure-to-Pay
Vendor & Supplier Outreach
ERP Software
Ecommerce
Third-Party Logistics
Contract Negotiation
Samar H.
Al Fayyum, Egypt
$35/hr
5.0
5 jobs
I help businesses improve international trade operations, supply chains, and regulatory compliance with +9 years of experience across FMCG, manufacturing, and export industries.
My expertise includes export operations, supplier and procurement management, organic certification support, GMP/HACCP compliance, commercial strategy, and operational process improvement. I have worked with international markets, helping businesses improve efficiency, maintain compliance standards, and support sustainable growth.
I also founded and manage a premium FMCG herbal tea brand, giving me hands-on experience in product development, sourcing, packaging, branding, and business operations from end to end.
I hold an MSc in Innovation & Entrepreneurship from the University of Warwick (UK) as a Chevening Scholar and focus on delivering practical, reliable, and detail-oriented solutions tailored to each client’s needs.
Clear communication, professionalism, and high-quality work are priorities in every project I take on.
Management Consulting
Business Strategy
Supply Chain Management
Business Development
International Business
Startup Consulting
Market Research
Business Analysis
Project Management
Regulatory Compliance
Sales
Compliance Consultation
Sourcing
Procurement
Price & Quote Negotiation
Supplier Search
Vendor & Supplier Outreach
Cathleen Mae C.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
$20/hr
5.0
10 jobs
I help businesses find reliable suppliers, simplify procurement processes, and source quality products at competitive prices.
With over four years of experience in procurement and strategic sourcing, I’ve managed end-to-end purchasing, supported cross-functional projects, and built strong supplier relationships across China, the Americas, Europe, and Asia. I’m experienced in supplier sourcing, RFQs, negotiations, contract coordination, purchase order management, and Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP.
I’m detail-oriented, proactive, and easy to work with. Whether you need help sourcing products, managing suppliers, or improving your procurement process, I’m committed to delivering practical solutions that add value to your business.
Sourcing
Procurement
Alibaba Sourcing
Price & Quote Negotiation
Product Sourcing
Supply Chain & Logistics
Supplier Search
Vendor Management
Vendor & Supplier Outreach
Contract Negotiation
Purchase Orders
Oracle Fusion Applications
Factory & Supplier Auditing
Fikret B.
Mersin, Turkey
$50/hr
4.9
63 jobs
Stop Guessing Your Supply Chain. Verify with Real Trade Data.
If you are tired of dealing with hidden trading company markups, unreliable manufacturers, or unexpected customs delays, I am here to secure and optimize your international operations.
As a Fractional Import-Export & Sourcing Consultant with over 25 years of hands-on seniority, I help companies bypass middlemen and audit their entire supply chain architecture using hard customs data.
What I Bring to Your Project:
• Verified Supplier & Product Sourcing: I trace global shipments to identify original, primary manufacturers—saving you from agent overheads.
• Trade Intelligence & Supply Chain Mapping: Using tools like Volza, Big Trade Data, and Trade Map, I legally audit your competitors' suppliers and verify actual import-export records.
• OEM & Technical Sourcing: Extensive experience in handling custom factory productions, technical product specifications, and industrial quality compliance.
• Customs, Tariff & HS Code Optimization: Correctly classifying goods to reduce tariff risks and ensure seamless cross-border compliance.
Industry Specialization: Chemicals & Industrial Goods While I have successfully managed international procurement for a wide range of industrial equipment, raw materials, and textiles, I possess a deep, specialized niche in Chemical Raw Materials, working directly with global production and distribution networks.
My Working Model: I operate on a fractional basis (15–30 hours per week), offering ongoing, retainer-based strategic support. You get the oversight of an enterprise-level Trade Director without the full-time executive overhead.
🛑 Please Note: My services are strictly data-driven procurement and actionable sourcing. I do not provide generic web research, SEO leads, or simple scraping.
Let's discuss how we can de-risk your next shipment. Click "Invite" to start the conversation.
Contract Manufacturing
Importing & Exporting Data
Product Sourcing
Supplier Search
Procurement
Supply Chain Management
Regulatory Compliance
Competitor Research
Vendor Management
Alibaba Sourcing
Private Labeling & White Labeling
International Business
Vendor Verification
Supplier Development
Vendor & Supplier Outreach
Import Procedure
Hanson L.
Shanghai, China
$25/hr
5.0
7 jobs
With over 20 years of experience in sourcing and supply chain management winin automotive industry in China, I have excellent hands-on sourcing experience.I'm good at supplier management and new product development . I know well about manufacturing process and cost structure for the plastic injection parts & tooling,stamping parts & die ,foam,seat cover,aluminum extrusion parts and die-casting parts .I have excellent negotiation skill .I also know about the export /import logistic.
Manufacturing
Contract Law
Contract Drafting
Sourcing
Purchasing Management
Supplier Search
Supplier Development
Supply Chain & Logistics
Injection Mold
Sheet Metal
Price & Quote Negotiation
Cost Analysis
Cost Control
Julia Z.
Guangzhou, China
$40/hr
5.0
3 jobs
I have 14 years of supplier/vendor/OEM plant sourcing and quality management experience in multiple categories. I could provide service to you, including:
1. Supplier sourcing, on site visit and production line check
2. Contract negotiation (Businiess items and product quality control items)
3. Cost analysis
4. Sample verification and test
5. Mass production start up
6. On-going on site visit for quality control
7. Finish product release by verify the batch test data
8. Quality issues communication and root cause analysis, correction and prevetion action plan development
9. Shipping Logistic arrangement
Sourcing
Vendor Management
Quality Audit
Price & Quote Negotiation
English
Contract Negotiation
On-Site Coordination
Purchasing Management
Ecommerce Support
Process Development
Microsoft Excel
Issue Tracking System
Quality Inspection
Cosmetics
Toys
Packaging Design
Commodity Management
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