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Mohamad Mehdi F.

Automotive Spare Parts Procurement & Price Benchmarking

Johannesburg, South Africa
$20 per hour
2 jobs
$500+ total earnings

I help automotive and trucking businesses reduce procurement costs by sourcing smarter and understanding true landed prices across international suppliers. With 8+ years of hands-on experience in automotive spare parts procurement, I manage the full sourcing and inventory cycle, including: Supplier sourcing in China, Turkey, and Egypt Price benchmarking and country-to-country cost comparison Landed cost calculations (freight, duties, clearing) Inventory optimization and accurate stock entry I work daily with freight forwarders and clearing agents, ensuring clean documentation and reliable delivery timelines. Tools & systems: Advanced Excel (cost models, price comparisons) QuickBooks inFlow Inventory I am a registered member of IBASA (South Africa) and hold a Postgraduate Degree in Business Leadership and a Bachelor’s in Business Administration. If you need a clear price benchmark, supplier comparison, or procurement support before committing to imports, I deliver structured, decision-ready results.

Phakamile N.

Supply Chain management | Inventory & Logistics

Johannesburg South, South Africa
$20 per hour
2 jobs
$35 total earnings

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Are inventory issues, stockouts, or logistics delays slowing your business down? I help companies bring clarity and control to their supply chain. I work hands-on with inventory management, demand forecasting, and logistics to reduce costs, improve availability, and keep operations running smoothly. My approach is practical and data-driven, focused on real results, not overcomplicated systems. Clients appreciate that I communicate clearly, deliver on time and treat their business like my own. If you need someone reliable to fix supply chain, inventory and logistics problems and keep things moving, I’m ready to help.

Nick V.

Professional Project Manager & Certified Agile Scrum Master

Centurion, South Africa
$25 per hour
2 jobs
$600+ total earnings

I’m Nick Van Biljon —a seasoned Project Manager and certified Scrum Master with over 15 years of experience delivering complex, technology-driven initiatives. I’m excited about the opportunity to bring my leadership, SaaS expertise, and Agile mindset to your team. Throughout my career, I’ve led high-performing software development teams in fast-paced environments, delivering scalable SaaS solutions from concept through production. I have extensive experience managing distributed, cross-functional teams that include developers, QA, UX/UI, and product stakeholders, ensuring alignment between technical execution and business outcomes. I’m passionate about delivering value—not just completing tasks. Whether it’s aligning stakeholders, managing risks, or removing delivery bottlenecks, I’m hands-on, strategic, and results-driven. I’m equally comfortable working at the roadmap level or diving into sprint-level execution with development teams. Here’s what I bring to the table: Proven Project & SaaS Leadership: I manage the full software delivery lifecycle—from discovery and backlog refinement to release and post-launch optimization—ensuring SaaS platforms are scalable, secure, and customer-focused. Agile & Team Management Expertise: As a certified Scrum Master, I’ve built and led Agile software teams, implemented Scrum and hybrid Agile frameworks, improved delivery velocity, and fostered a strong culture of ownership and continuous improvement. Modern Development Collaboration (AI Coding): I actively collaborate with developers using modern, fast-feedback approaches—including Vibe coding—to accelerate ideation, validate solutions quickly, and maintain strong alignment between product vision and implementation. Clear, Confident Communication: My collaborative leadership style keeps executives, engineers, and clients aligned, informed, and motivated—especially in complex SaaS and product-driven environments. I’m eager to step into a role where I can blend strategic vision with hands-on execution. I don’t just manage projects—I enable software teams to build great products, move fast with confidence, and deliver measurable business impact. If you’re looking for someone who can hit the ground running, lead SaaS initiatives effectively, and empower development teams to perform at their best, I’d welcome the opportunity to connect. I’m available for a conversation at your convenience—virtually or in person Best regards, Nick Van Biljon

Marita G.

Operations & Systems Consultant

Boksburg, South Africa
$31 per hour
17 jobs
$20K+ total earnings

I help small businesses streamline operations, implement repeatable workflows, and create clear, actionable systems that save time and reduce errors. From SOP creation and workflow design to automation and process optimization, I get the work done alongside you — not just give advice. I specialize in: - Building structured workflows for multi-platform e-commerce or general business operations - Creating SOPs and templates for consistent, scalable processes - Automating repetitive tasks to free up time and improve accuracy - Research-based pricing, product listings, and operational data management By working with me, you get faster, accurate processes and scalable systems that grow with your business.

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