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Chiran U.

Sterling, Virginia

$25/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I oversaw things needed for both daily operations and growth. These include product development, sourcing, forecasting, POs, QC, shipping, Amazon management, inventory management, vendor selection and so on. Source new suppliers both domestic and abroad Maintain and manage inventory to ensure demand is being met by accurate supply FBA replenishment Negotiate cost prices

  • Supply Chain & Logistics
  • Warehouse Management
  • Manufacturing & Construction
  • Facebook Marketplace
  • Dropshipping
  • Amazon FBA
  • Shipping Plugin
  • Alibaba Sourcing
  • Price & Quote Negotiation
  • Product Sourcing
  • Business Operations
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Private Labeling & White Labeling
  • Consumer Goods
Steve P.

Amherst, Virginia

$150/hr
4.8
11 jobs

I help companies turn operational challenges into practical, scalable systems. With more than 20 years of experience, I provide fractional COO leadership and hands-on operational support to startups, established businesses, manufacturers, government contractors, and organizations working across complex global supply chains. My work goes beyond offering recommendations. I help assess the problem, build the plan, coordinate implementation, establish accountability, and keep projects moving. Whether you need ongoing fractional leadership or targeted support for a specific initiative, I can step in quickly and work alongside your internal team, suppliers, manufacturers, and outside partners. Fractional COO & Operational Support I help business owners and leadership teams strengthen day-to-day operations, improve accountability, and build the systems required for sustainable growth. This may include: ✅ Operational assessments and improvement plans ✅ Standard operating procedures and workflow development ✅ Project and program management ✅ Organizational structure and responsibility mapping ✅ KPI development and performance tracking ✅ Process automation and systems implementation ✅ Cost reduction and efficiency initiatives ✅ Vendor, contractor, and partner management ✅ Cross-functional team coordination ✅ Strategic planning and execution support ✅ Interim or fractional operations leadership Supply Chain Management & Procurement I can support individual supply chain challenges or lead a broader transformation involving sourcing, procurement, production, inventory, logistics, and supplier management. My supply chain services include: ✅ Global sourcing and procurement ✅ Supplier identification and qualification ✅ Vendor vetting and factory assessments ✅ RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs ✅ Price and contract negotiations ✅ Purchase-order management ✅ Production planning and oversight ✅ Supplier relationship management ✅ Inventory planning and forecasting ✅ Warehousing and fulfillment strategy ✅ Freight, shipping, and logistics coordination ✅ Supply chain risk and resiliency planning ✅ Quality-control processes ✅ ERP, CRM, and operational system implementation Manufacturing & Product Development I help companies move products from concept through sourcing, prototyping, production, and delivery. I can support targeted manufacturing improvements or help redesign the entire operating model. Services include: ✅ Product development strategy ✅ Design-for-manufacturing coordination ✅ Prototyping and supplier engagement ✅ Domestic and international contract manufacturing ✅ Bill of materials development and review ✅ Cost analysis and value engineering ✅ Production scheduling and capacity planning ✅ Factory and supplier communication ✅ Quality standards and inspection processes ✅ Private-label and white-label manufacturing ✅ New-product introduction and commercialization ✅ Manufacturing process improvement Government & Institutional Proposal Consulting I also assist businesses pursuing opportunities with the U.S. federal government, state and local governments, and international organizations such as the United Nations. Proposal and contracting support may include: ✅ Opportunity identification and qualification ✅ Solicitation and requirements review ✅ Bid/no-bid assessments ✅ Sources Sought and Request for Information responses ✅ Request for Proposal and Request for Quotation responses ✅ Technical and management proposal development ✅ Compliance matrices ✅ Proposal coordination and project management ✅ Capability statements ✅ Past-performance narratives ✅ Pricing coordination ✅ Supplier and subcontractor sourcing ✅ Submission-readiness reviews ✅ Post-award operational and supply chain support Why Work With Me? I combine executive-level thinking with practical implementation. I understand how strategy, people, systems, suppliers, manufacturing, logistics, and customer expectations must work together. My goal is to help you: ✅ Bring structure to fast-moving operations ✅ Reduce costs and operational risk ✅ Improve supplier and team accountability ✅ Build repeatable and measurable processes ✅ Move projects from discussion to execution ✅ Develop products and manufacturing partnerships ✅ Pursue government and institutional opportunities ✅ Scale without losing control of quality or delivery If you need a fractional COO, operational advisor, supply chain manager, manufacturing consultant, product-development partner, or government proposal consultant, I would be glad to discuss your project. Send me a message with an overview of your goals, current challenges, and desired timeline. Let’s determine what support would create the most immediate value. Relevant Expertise Fractional COO | Chief Operating Officer | Operations Consulting | Business Operations | Business Strategy | Process Improvement | SOP Development | Project Management | Program M

  • Logistics Management
  • Purchasing Management
  • Production Planning
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Industrial & Product Design Consultation
  • Sourcing
  • Procurement
  • Warehouse Management
  • Order Management
  • Third-Party Logistics
  • Inventory Management
  • Transportation & Warehousing
Kent S.

Roanoke, Virginia

$35/hr
4.9
4 jobs

I am Kent Schaad, an Excel expert with 20+ years of experience, combining my deep expertise in data analysis with a strong background in logistics, warehousing, and transportation. I specialize in creating customized Excel and Google Sheets solutions that enhance operational efficiency, optimize supply chains, and streamline business processes. My Key Skills Include: - **Advanced Excel Mastery:** Proficient in complex formulas, dynamic arrays, and advanced functions such as VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, and IF statements, tailored to solve real-world business challenges. - **Logistics & Supply Chain Analysis:** Expertise in developing tools for inventory management, route optimization, demand forecasting, and supply chain analysis, ensuring seamless operations and cost efficiency. - **Data Analysis & Visualization:** Skilled in turning raw logistics data into actionable insights using PivotTables, Power Query, and Power Pivot, alongside interactive dashboards that drive informed decision-making. - **Automation & Macros:** Extensive experience in VBA programming to automate repetitive logistics tasks, such as order processing, shipment tracking, and reporting, saving time and reducing errors. - **Warehouse & Transportation Management:** Developing Excel-based solutions for optimizing warehouse layouts, tracking inventory levels, and managing transportation schedules to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs. What You Can Expect: - **Industry-Specific Expertise:** A unique combination of Excel proficiency and hands-on experience in logistics, warehousing, and transportation, providing solutions that are both technically robust and practically applicable. - **Customized Solutions:** Every project is tailored to your specific needs, whether it’s optimizing your supply chain, improving inventory accuracy, or automating manual tasks. - **Timely & Reliable Delivery:** I prioritize meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work that meets your business objectives. - **Clear Communication:** I ensure regular updates and maintain open communication channels throughout the project to align with your expectations. Leverage my unique blend of Excel expertise and logistics experience to drive your business forward. I’m ready to collaborate on both short-term projects and long-term engagements. Let’s discuss how I can contribute to your success in logistics, warehousing, and transportation!

  • Logistics Management
  • Project Logistics
  • Inventory Management
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Visual Basic for Applications
  • Microsoft Access
  • Power Query
  • Transportation & Warehousing
  • Google Sheets
  • SQL
  • Warehouse Management
  • Project Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Management Skills
Humayun K.

Aldie, Virginia

$50/hr
4.4
62 jobs

If you are looking for a Global Sourcing, Textile Manufacturing, and Product Design Expert, I am here and ready to help you move forward. All you need to do is schedule a 15-minute Discovery Call via Zoom to see if we are a good fit. I am a Global Sourcing & Purchasing Specialist with 20+ years of hands-on experience, taking products from concept to production and delivery. I work closely with factories, suppliers, and brands to develop commercially viable products at the right price, quality, and timeline. **Industries & Product Categories** I have successfully worked across the following product segments: ✅ Apparel ✅ Home Textiles ✅ Hosiery, Socks & Tights ✅ Hospitality Textiles ✅ Healthcare & Medical Textiles ✅ Sanitization & Protective Products ✅ Industrial and Consumer Products **Product Design & Technical Expertise** In addition to sourcing and manufacturing, I bring strong product design and technical development capabilities, allowing clients to work with one expert from idea to factory-ready execution. ✅ CAD Design ✅ 3D Modeling ✅ 3D Rendering ✅ CLO 3D (Virtual Prototyping & Fit Visualization) ✅ Factory-Ready Tech Pack Creation ✅ Construction Details & BOM Development ✅ POM, Specs & Tolerance Sheets This skill set helps reduce sampling costs, development time, and production errors. **Sourcing, Development & Supply Chain Skills** I have extensive experience managing sourcing operations and building long-term partnerships with factories and vendors worldwide. ✅ RFI / RFP / RFQ ✅ Product Development & Commercialization ✅ Product Sourcing & Vendor Matching ✅ Cost Negotiation & Price Engineering ✅ Contract & Order Finalization ✅ Quality Control & Specs Adherence ✅ Merchandising ✅ Inventory Management ✅ Supplier Selection & Audits ✅ Supplier Relationship & Performance Management ✅ Supplier Risk Management ✅ Shipping, Logistics & Compliance ✅ End-to-End Supply Chain Management What You Get When You Work With Me • One point of contact from design → sourcing → production • Factory-ready documentation that suppliers actually understand • Cost-effective, scalable manufacturing solutions • Clear communication and realistic timelines If you’re looking for someone who understands both the creative and manufacturing sides of product development, let’s talk. 📅 Schedule a 15-minute Discovery Call and let’s see how I can support your project.

  • Logistics Management
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Contract Manufacturing
  • Sourcing
  • Vendor Management
  • Tech Pack
  • Clothing
  • Price & Quote Negotiation
  • Textile
  • Product Development
  • Product Sourcing
  • Purchase Orders
  • Procurement
  • Technical Illustration
Saifullah K.

Woodbridge, Virginia

$50/hr
5.0
19 jobs

250 AI Full Stack Projects Delivered | 500+ Clients | AI Integration, AI Automation, Web Apps, Mobile Apps, SaaS, React, Next.js, Python, FastAPI, LangChain, RAG, n8n, Claude, OpenAI, Supabase Hi, I'm Saif — a full-stack AI developer who builds production-ready AI applications, SaaS products & integrations for founders, agencies & growing businesses. Over the past 4 years, I've delivered 50+ AI products & full-stack systems for clients across healthcare, SaaS, e-commerce, real estate & agency operations. I work across the entire stack: backend APIs, frontend interfaces, database design, AI workflow integration, and deployment. My background combines strong software engineering fundamentals with deep, hands-on AI expertise — which is why clients keep coming back when they need to scale or expand their systems. My focus is on building things that ship and hold up under real users — AI-powered SaaS platforms, intelligent web & mobile applications, RAG-based knowledge systems, AI agents, voice bots & automation workflows that quietly do the work of a small team. ⭐ What I Can Help You Build: ✔️ AI-powered SaaS products — MVP development, full-stack architecture, multi-tenant systems, admin dashboards ✔️ Custom AI agents & multi-agent systems - LangChain, LangGraph, CrewAI, AutoGen ✔️ RAG pipelines & AI knowledge bases with vector databases like Pinecone, Weaviate, Chroma, Qdrant & pgvector ✔️ Full-stack web applications with AI features built in from the architecture up ✔️ Mobile applications with AI capabilities using React Native & Expo ✔️ E-commerce platforms with AI-powered search, recommendations & customer support ✔️ Voice AI agents built on Vapi, Retell AI, ElevenLabs, Twilio & Deepgram ✔️ Workflow automation with n8n, Make , Zapier & custom Python services ✔️ MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers & integrations — connecting Claude & other LLMs to your tools & data ✔️ OpenAI, Anthropic Claude & Gemini API integrations into existing applications ✔️ Custom REST and GraphQL APIs, plus third-party integrations (CRM, CMS, payment gateways, communication tools) ✔️ AI-powered chatbots, customer support systems, and internal copilots ⭐ Tech Stack I Work With: ✔️ Languages & Frameworks: Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, FastAPI, Node.js, Express, NestJS, Next js, React, React Native, Expo ✔️ AI & LLM Tools: LangChain, LangGraph, LlamaIndex, CrewAI, AutoGen, OpenAI API, Anthropic Claude API, Google Gemini, Hugging Face, DSPy ✔️ Vector & Search: Pinecone, Weaviate, Chroma, Qdrant, pgvector, Elasticsearch ✔️ Databases: PostgreSQL, Supabase, MongoDB, Redis, MySQL, Prisma, Drizzle ✔️ Voice & Telephony: Vapi, Retell AI, ElevenLabs, Twilio, Deepgram, Whisper ✔️ Automation: n8n, Make, Zapier, Pipedream, custom Python workers ✔️ Cloud & DevOps: AWS, Vercel, Railway, Render, Docker, GitHub Actions, Cloudflare ✔️ Payments & Auth: Stripe, Paddle, Clerk, Auth0, NextAuth, Supabase Auth ✔️ AI Dev Tools: Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, v0, Replit Agent ⭐ Industries I've Worked With: Healthcare & medical practices, SaaS startups, digital agencies, e-commerce and D2C brands, real estate, fintech, legal services, education & training organizations & B2B service businesses. ⭐ Why Clients Choose Me: I take ownership of every project, which means I don't just write the code you ask for — I help you think through the architecture, flag potential issues early and make sure what we build can actually scale once real users show up. I communicate clearly throughout the project with daily or weekly updates, Loom walkthroughs for milestones & direct answers when you have questions. I deliver on agreed timelines and provide proper documentation so your team can maintain and extend the system after we wrap. I also work AI-native — Claude Code, Cursor, and modern AI dev tools are part of how I ship, which means I move 3–4x faster than traditional development cycles while maintaining production-grade quality. For teams adopting these tools themselves, I also offer Claude Code coaching & consulting. ⭐ How I Work: We start with a quick discovery call to understand your goals, constraints, and timeline. I propose a clear scope with weekly milestones and fixed deliverables — no vague open-ended work. You get daily or weekly progress updates with demo links, Looms, and screenshots so you always know where things stand. Every project ships with documentation, architecture notes, runbooks, and a support window after delivery. ⭐ Best Fit Clients: Founders building their first AI product. Agencies that need reliable white-label AI delivery. Operators looking to automate manual workflows. SaaS teams adding AI features to existing products. Companies needing custom MCP integrations connecting LLMs to their internal tools. Whether you're early-stage & exploring what's possible, or you have a clear scope and need someone to execute, I'd love to hear about what you're working on.

  • AngularJS
  • React
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Generative AI
  • AI Agent Development
  • LangChain
  • OpenAI API
  • Chatbot Development
  • Python
  • Full-Stack Development
  • Next.js
  • Node.js
  • SaaS Development
  • n8n
  • API Integration
  • Retrieval Augmented Generation
Sam O.

Hampton, Virginia

$23/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Dedicated and detail-oriented professional seeking a challenging role in Data Entry & Transcription Services, with a focus on Database Management System. Utilizing strong organizational and analytical skills to ensure accurate and efficient data processing, while leveraging excellent transcription abilities to contribute to seamless information management. Strengths: 1. Proficient in data entry with a keen eye for detail, ensuring accuracy in all tasks. 2. Exceptional transcription skills, capable of converting audio content into precise written records. 3. Advanced proficiency in Database Management Systems, ensuring streamlined and secure data storage. 4. Strong organizational skills, allowing for efficient handling of large volumes of data. 5. Excellent time management and multitasking capabilities to meet tight deadlines. 6. Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and stakeholders. 7. Adaptable and quick learner, ready to embrace new technologies and tools for enhanced efficiency in data management.

  • Data Entry
  • Management Skills
  • General Transcription
  • Database

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