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Whitstable, United Kingdom
New to Upwork so offering low rates for experienced Private Label & Product Sourcing Expert | Supply Chain Specialist With years of experience in product development, sourcing, and supply chain management, I help businesses create and launch high-quality private label products efficiently and profitably. Whether you're a startup looking to develop your first product or an established brand seeking to grow your officer or optimise your supply chain, I provide strategic guidance and hands-on execution to bring your vision to market. What I Do Best: ✅ Product Development – From concept to packaging, ensuring products meet market needs. ✅ Supplier Sourcing & Negotiation – Finding trusted manufacturers and securing the best pricing and terms. ✅ Supply Chain Optimisation – Managing logistics, inventory, and cost efficiencies. ✅ Quality & Compliance – Ensuring products meet safety and regulatory standards. ✅ Go-to-Market Strategy – Helping brands launch successfully and scale. I’ve worked across various industries, including homeware, apparel, beauty, toys and medical supplies, with a deep understanding of global sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution. Let’s work together to develop, source, and scale your product-based business! 🚀
- Price & Quote Negotiation
- Product Sourcing
- Supplier Search
- Product Development
- Negotiation Coaching
- Compliance
- Compliance Consultation
- Quality Control
- Supply Chain & Logistics
- Supply Chain Management
- Range Planning
- Price Optimization
- Strategic Planning
Bolton, United Kingdom
Are you spending too much time searching for suppliers — and still not getting the best price? I can fix that. I'm Alessandra, a Procurement & Sourcing Specialist with hands-on experience finding reliable suppliers, negotiating competitive deals, and building partnerships that create real, measurable savings. I'm also an AI Training Data Contributor — helping teams improve AI systems through data labelling, annotation, and content evaluation. What I do for my clients: Source and qualify trustworthy suppliers — locally and globally Negotiate pricing, terms, and quality standards that protect your business Manage RFQs, purchase orders, and supplier performance Identify cost savings without cutting corners on quality AI data labelling, annotation, and content evaluation Why clients choose me: Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish — I open doors others can't Strong global supplier network across multiple industries Proactive, reliable, and easy to work with UK-based — available across European time zones Ready to reduce costs, find better suppliers, or improve your AI training data? Send me a message and let's get started — most clients hear back within a few hours. Ready to reduce costs, find better suppliers, or improve your AI training data? Send me a message and let's get started — most clients hear back within a few hours.
- Supplier Search
- Procurement
- Purchase Orders
- Purchasing Management
- Product Discovery
- Product Analytics
- Supply Chain & Logistics
- Cost Control
- Market Research
- Contract Negotiation
- Company Research
- Portuguese to English Translation
- English to Brazilian Portuguese Translation
Swadlincote, United Kingdom
🎯TOP RATED FREELANCER🎯 👋 Hello there! I'm Asad, a bilingual sourcing specialist fluent in Chinese and English with over 5 years of experience in supply chain management. Based in the UK, I bring global insights to help businesses streamline operations and scale efficiently. With a proven track record of working with seven-figure Amazon sellers, I specialize in sourcing, logistics, and supply chain optimization. Whether you’re an established e-commerce entrepreneur or just starting your journey, I’m here to streamline your operations and elevate your business to the next level. How I Elevate Your Business Expert Supplier & Product Sourcing: Leverage my network to find reliable suppliers and premium-quality products. Trusted Freight Forwarding: Arrange seamless transportation, balancing cost and time efficiency. Efficient Logistics Management: Oversee shipments to Amazon warehouses or directly to your customers. Rigorous Supplier Audit: Verify reliability, compliance, and quality for peace of mind. Strategic Price Negotiation: Secure the best prices and terms to protect your margins. Streamlined Contract & Purchase Order Management: Reduce paperwork hassles and ensure smooth operations. Innovative New Product Development: Collaborate with manufacturers to create products that meet market demands. Custom 3D and 2D Mechanical Design: Transform concepts into practical designs tailored to your needs. Thorough Prototype Review: Ensure prototypes meet your specifications before full-scale production. Product Certification Assistance: Navigate regulatory compliance with ease. Professional Product Photography: Enhance your listings with high-quality visuals. Trademark Registration Guidance: Protect your brand identity with expert assistance. Quality Inspection Services: Ensure top-notch quality at every stage of the supply chain. Effective Dispute Settlement: Mediate disputes to save time and stress. Reliable Legal Support: Protect your interests during negotiations and contracts. Why Choose Me? Comprehensive One-stop Service: From sourcing to shipping, I handle it all so you can focus on scaling your business. Flexibility & Responsiveness: I adapt quickly to your changing needs. Trustworthy Representation: I act as your reliable partner, committed to transparency and your best interests. Transparent Billing: No hidden fees—just straightforward pricing for long-term collaboration. Proven Expertise With extensive experience on platforms like Alibaba, 1688.com, Pinduoduo, JD Taobao, and Made in China, I bring unique insights to businesses of all scales. My global clientele spans the UK, USA, Australia, China, UAE, Ghana, Rwanda, and more, delivering results that drive growth and efficiency. My Mission My mission is simple: to empower e-commerce entrepreneurs and businesses to succeed by handling the complexities of sourcing and supply chain management. Whether you're a startup experimenting with new products or an established brand looking to scale, I provide the expertise, tools, and resources to help you thrive in a competitive market. Ready to Take Your Business to the Next Level? Let’s connect and transform your ideas into successful realities. Whether you need help sourcing products, negotiating with suppliers, or managing logistics, I’m here to help. Regards, Asad Ali
- Alibaba Sourcing
- Price & Quote Negotiation
- Product Sourcing
- Product Photography
- Logistics Management
- Transportation & Warehousing
- Freight Forwarding
- Supply Chain Management
- Quality Inspection
- Amazon FBA
- 1688.com
- Logistics Coordination
- Order Management
- Mandarin Dialect
- Supply Chain & Logistics
Norwich, United Kingdom
I'm a Talent acquisition specialist with experience in Technical recruiting, onboarding, payroll management and employee relations. If you want to recruit the best talent in the pool or you need help managing your HR department - I am your go to person. I'm experienced with the use of HRIS and ATS such as workable, workday, smartrecruiter, oracle and greenhouse. I'll complete the whole recruitment and selection cycle from start to finish
- Sourcing
- Resume Screening
- Candidate Sourcing
- Recruiting
- Human Resource Management
- HR & Business Services
- Customer Service
- Training & Development
- Human Resources Consulting
- Management Skills
- Human Resource Information System
- Human Resources Compliance
- Employee Relations
King's Lynn, United Kingdom
Are you looking for a reliable expert to uncover winning products, negotiate with trusted suppliers, and streamline your sourcing strategy? You're in the right place. I am Michael, a dynamic and results-driven Product Research & Sourcing Specialist with over 5 years of hands-on experience in local and international procurement. I specialize in identifying high-demand products and sourcing them efficiently from reliable global suppliers, including on platforms like Alibaba, AliExpress, and Global Sources. ✅ Services I Offer 📦 Product & Market Research: Find profitable, trending, and low-competition products tailored to your niche. 🌐 Global Supplier Sourcing: Vet and negotiate with suppliers for quality, pricing, and reliability. 🚚 Logistics & Procurement Coordination: Ensure timely, cost-effective delivery and inventory scaling. 📝 Supplier Communication & Relationship Management: Build sustainable partnerships for long-term business growth. 🔍 Competitor Analysis & Market Entry Strategy: Position your product effectively in competitive landscapes. Why Choose Me ✅ I’ve successfully launched and scaled two businesses—I understand the full lifecycle from research to market. ✅ Known for a proactive and outspoken approach—I don’t just execute; I advise. ✅ Proven ability to forecast trends and pivot strategies in fast-moving markets. ✅ Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, ensuring flexibility, communication, and results-driven collaboration. ✅ I bring both entrepreneurial insight and procurement rigor, helping you save time and money while growing strategically. Key Skills & Strengths ✅ Advanced Product & Market Research ✅ Supplier Vetting & Negotiation ✅ eCommerce Sourcing (Amazon, Shopify, Etsy) ✅ Logistics & Fulfillment Coordination ✅ Competitive Benchmarking ✅ Cross-cultural Communication ✅ Vendor Management ✅ Procurement Systems (ERP, Inventory Tools) Key Achievements ✅ Sourced over 300+ high-demand products that generated consistent revenue for clients in retail and eCommerce. ✅ Built a network of vetted suppliers across China, India, and Southeast Asia. ✅ Saved a client 30% in procurement costs through optimized negotiation and supplier onboarding. ✅ Successfully scaled product fulfillment processes for a client expanding into the US and EU markets. Let’s Work Together Whether you are an eCommerce brand launching a new product line or a retailer looking to optimize your supply chain—I can help you move faster, source smarter, and grow stronger. Send me a message to discuss your project needs. Let’s turn your product ideas into profitable reality.
- Alibaba Sourcing
- Price & Quote Negotiation
- Product Sourcing
- Supplier Search
- Project Management
- Procurement
- Supply Chain Management
- Purchasing Management
- Logistics Management
- Amazon
- Logistics Coordination
- Quality Inspection
- Vendor & Supplier Outreach
- Freight Forwarding
- Sales & Marketing
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Highly experienced and multi skilled procurement professional, with a varied background in Energy Sectors, Financial Institutions and Engineering sectors. I have expertise in Indirect procurement, Engineering Services and Major Buy sectors (OPEX and Capex). I am experienced in high level negotiations with Tier 1 suppliers in the IT and Engineering Sectors. I am very experienced in consulting, professional services , IT, Telecoms and Digitalisation sourcing and can provide expert advice / consulting from market information through to full end to end negotiations. I can support with anything from running procurement tenders, from RFP through to contract negotiations, procurement best practices and training and process transformation / optimization. I am highly commercial astute with a qualifying Law Degree (LLB) and Legal Masters in Energy Law and Policy. Highly experienced in complex contract negotiations and drafting of complex contracts from Terms and Conditions, NEC contracts, Software contracts (SaaS) and consultancy agreements I am also an expert in E-Procurement solutions - Such as COUPA, SAP Ariba and Zip - I can provide guidance, set up support and general consulting
- Sourcing
- Price & Quote Negotiation
- Product Sourcing
- Contract Negotiation
- Contract Law
- Procure-to-Pay
- Budget Management
- IT Procurement
- Procurement
- Contract Management
- SaaS
- Legal Consulting
- E-Sourcing Software
- Blog Writing
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