Hello,
I am a Mechanical Engineer with 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, supplier management, and operations across industries such as rubber-based products, automotive components, and industrial equipment.
Alongside my engineering background, I provide reliable freelance support in sourcing, research, data entry, document handling, and AI-assisted tasks.
🔧 What I can help you with:
✔ Supplier sourcing & manufacturer research (especially in Turkey)
✔ Product research & market analysis
✔ Data entry, Excel, and Google Docs tasks
✔ PDF to Word/Excel conversion & formatting
✔ Content editing, proofreading, and localization (EN ↔ TR)
✔ Virtual assistant tasks (communication, coordination, follow-ups)
✔ AI-based workflows (text extraction, structuring data)
🏭 My professional background:
Mechanical Engineer with strong industrial experience
Former Production & Maintenance Manager
Currently Investment & Maintenance Supervisor
Experienced in supplier evaluation, negotiation, and quality control
ISO 9001 & IATF 16949 Internal Auditor
💡 Why clients choose me:
Detail-oriented and highly reliable
Strong communication in English & Turkish
Able to handle both technical and simple tasks efficiently
Fast learner, self-directed, and deadline-focused
I am available for both short-term tasks and long-term collaboration.
Let’s work together.
Data Entry
Microsoft Excel
Virtual Assistance
Content Writing
Document Formatting
Administrative Support
Research & Strategy
Engineering Management
Engineering Design
3D Design
Sourcing
Turkish
Translation
Research Proposals
English to Turkish Translation
Proofreading
Content Localization
General Transcription
Communications
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.
Importing & Exporting Data
Product Sourcing
Supplier Search
Procurement
Supply Chain Management
Regulatory Compliance
Competitor Research
Vendor Management
Alibaba Sourcing
Contract Manufacturing
Private Labeling & White Labeling
International Business
Vendor Verification
Supplier Development
Vendor & Supplier Outreach
Import Procedure
Hatice Nur E.
Istanbul, Turkey
$10/hr
5.0
79 jobs
Hi, I'm Nur. Expert supply chain consultant, global product sourcing, purchase orders and supply chain operations and project management of new product development process, private label manufacturing for multinational companies (9 years). I am an engineer with 9 years of experience in sourcing, supply chain, inventory, purchase orders, product sourcing, strategic sourcing and inventory management (stock level, reorder point, buffer stock) in international companies. I work on cost reduction projects, contract management, supplier and product sourcing, act as a liaison between your customers and your company and do manufacturer research in Europe and Asia, USA, qualify suppliers in terms of quality, payment terms, MOQ offer, etc. I have experience in product sourcing, private label manufacturing, negotiation, inventory management and quotation, inventory tracking, private labeling.
Market Research
Engineering, Procurement & Construction
Textile Engineering
Textile
Logistics Management
Contract Manufacturing
Procurement
Supply Chain Management
Furniture
Project Management Professional
Wedding Clothing
Children's Clothing
Clothing
Project Management
Ege T.
Izmir, Turkey
$30/hr
4.9
62 jobs
Hello there! I'm Ege, a passionate and curious mind explorer specializing in Experimental Psychology with a keen interest in understanding the fascinating realm of bodily self-consciousness which is grounded in different disciplines such as, neuropsychology, pschiatry, and philosophy.
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Özyeğin University and continued my academic pursuit at Izmir University of Economics, where I earned my Master's degree while investigating the contributions of multisensory signals to bodily self-consciousness via virtual reality. I am currently pursuing my Doctorate degree in the same department, diving even deeper into the understanding basic form of self-consciousness.
Throughout my graduate years, I have ventured into uncharted territories of research, resulting in numerous first-authored journal articles in prestigious journals. My curiosity and dedication have also led me to actively participate in grant projects and conduct several interdisciplinary projects, allowing me to improve my organizational skills, attention to details, and ability to manage multiple tasks. My experience extends beyond the confines of academia; I have had the privilege of working as a research assistant, nurturing my ability to connect with individuals and empathize with their unique experiences.
Choosing me means choosing a passionate, committed, and innovative partner on your journey. My multidisciplinary knowledge in Experimental Psychology empowers me to approach projects from diverse angles, unlocking fresh insights.
How can I help you:
- Research Consultation/Collaboration
- Scientific Writing
- Data Analysis
I'm thrilled to bring my expertise to Upwork, where I aspire to collaborate with diverse clients and contribute my knowledge to various projects. If you're searching for a creative, detail-oriented, and passionate person about psychology or research, then let's connect!
Academic Research
R
Data Analysis
IBM SPSS
Experiment Design
Grant Writing
GraphPad Prism
Copy Editing
Copywriting
Article Writing
Research Papers
Psychology
Data Entry
Academic Writing
References & Citations
Baran Ç.
Ankara, Turkey
$50/hr
5.0
33 jobs
I engineer end-to-end spatial data pipelines and custom WebGIS platforms. My focus is on high-level geospatial architecture—solving structural bottlenecks to build repeatable workflows, clean spatial databases, and practical mapping systems that operational teams can actually use.
Recent US project work includes address matching and territory planning for operational teams, public facing GIS maps for policy and exhibition use in Omaha, property and building height analysis in Los Angeles, and a browser based weather graphics platform built with MapLibre, radar layers, timeline controls, and export ready map views.
International work includes site selection analysis in Germany, parcel and location intelligence workflows, PostGIS and QGIS topology cleanup, UK air quality grid matching, raster processing, and WebGIS tools built with MapLibre, Google Maps API, AWS, and spatial databases.
I can support projects involving GIS analysis, WebGIS dashboards, PostGIS workflows, raster and remote sensing analysis, automated geospatial pipelines, and custom mapping tools.
If you need a one time analysis, a repeatable GIS workflow, or a full WebGIS prototype, I can take the project from raw data to final deliverable with a clear technical process.
GIS
ArcGIS
QGIS
PostGIS
PostgreSQL
Photogrammetry
Remote Sensing
Image Processing
Cartography
Lidar
Ali Burak T.
Ankara, Turkey
$10/hr
5.0
53 jobs
I am a Business Development and Operations Professional with over 15 years of experience supporting organizations across publishing, data management, recruitment, customer relations, business administration, and international business development.
My career has been built around helping businesses grow, improve operational efficiency, maintain high-quality data and documentation standards, and build strong relationships with customers, partners, and stakeholders. I have worked with organizations serving international markets, including Europe, the United States, and Türkiye, giving me valuable experience in cross-cultural communication and global business operations.
Throughout my professional journey, I have managed and supported a wide range of business functions, including market research, lead generation, customer communication, CRM administration, data quality control, project coordination, reporting, documentation management, and process improvement initiatives.
I have extensive experience identifying potential business opportunities, researching target markets, locating decision-makers, and supporting B2B outreach campaigns. My work has involved helping organizations expand their networks, establish new partnerships, and improve their business development processes through structured research and relationship management.
In addition to business development activities, I bring a strong operational background. I have managed databases, maintained business records, coordinated internal workflows, supported management teams, monitored project progress, and ensured that business processes remain organized and efficient.
My publishing and editorial background has further strengthened my attention to detail, research capabilities, written communication skills, and quality control mindset. For many years, I have worked with content review, editing, proofreading, and publication-related processes where accuracy and consistency were critical.
I also have experience supporting recruitment activities, candidate research, database management, documentation review, and communication with applicants and stakeholders throughout various stages of the hiring process.
Key Areas of Expertise:
• B2B Business Development
• Market Research & Lead Generation
• Business Operations Management
• CRM Administration & Database Management
• Customer Relations & Client Support
• Data Quality Control & Research
• Reporting & Documentation Management
• Process Improvement & Workflow Optimization
• Recruitment Support & Candidate Research
• Publishing, Editing & Proofreading
• International Business Communication
• Administrative & Project Coordination
I am known for being highly organized, detail-oriented, dependable, and proactive. Whether supporting business growth initiatives, managing operational processes, maintaining data accuracy, or strengthening customer relationships, I focus on delivering reliable results while helping organizations operate more effectively and efficiently.
Market Research
Sales Development
Lead Generation
Telemarketing
Sales
B2B Marketing
Online Research
Microsoft Word
Administrative Support
Data Entry
Data Curation
Virtual Assistance
Data Scraping
Email Communication
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