Abby U.
Fractional Operations, R&D, Supply Chain | Nutritional Scientist, CPG
Dynamic, purpose-driven supply chain and operations professional. Nutritional Scientist and seasoned CPG professional, marketing and branding expert with a degree in Nutritional Sciences and a robust foundation in food science, product innovation, global operations, and D2C and retail scaling. - Over a 16+ years experience across food, beverage, supplements, pet, baby, personal care, beauty and skincare (including deep expertise in Korean skincare), and household categories. - Deep technical knowledge and strategic oversight across every stage of product development and commercialization: branding and marketing, compliance and label review, sourcing raw materials and packaging, and the entire supply chain. - Specializes in formulating and engineering clean-label, functional products, from concept through manufacturing, for retail and direct-to-consumer brands worldwide. - Expertise spans nutraceuticals, dietary supplements (gummies, capsules, tablets, powders, and liquids), snacks, pet care, baby products, feminine care, beauty and cosmeceuticals, and sustainable household goods. Core Areas of Expertise - Product Development & Formulation: deep experience in R&D, formulation, and process design through ideation and prototyping for consumer-driven, health-forward products across diverse form factors. - Global Sourcing & Strategic Procurement: proven success sourcing raw materials and packaging globally, matching manufacturers to product needs, and cultivating trusted supplier relationships across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and LATAM. - End-to-End Supply Chain & Operations Management: skilled in managing complex, multi-region supply chains, from vendor vetting, production oversight, and quality control to regulatory compliance, labeling, and logistics. - Retail, E-Commerce & Distribution: experience working with major retailers and distributors, including Amazon Seller/Vendor Central, Walmart Marketplace, and grocery/natural channels. - Marketing Alignment & Brand Collaboration: well-versed in aligning product development with branding, packaging design, and marketing strategy to ensure product-market fit and a compelling shelf presence. - Technology, Compliance & Operations Tools: hands-on with label compliance and design, digital marketing compliance, pricing analysis, cost modeling, and regulatory compliance under FDA, USDA, and EU frameworks, plus certifications and GMP requirements for manufacturing. - P&L & Cost Management: strong financial acumen with cost analysis expertise supporting margin targets and long-term profitability across portfolios. - 3PL & Fulfillment Logistics: extensive knowledge of warehousing, third-party logistics coordination, and domestic/international shipping strategies. I thrive at the intersection of science, innovation, and operational execution, bringing health-focused, scalable, consumer-loved products to market with speed and precision. Whether launching new brands or optimizing existing lines, I bring a systems-thinking approach rooted in transparency, compliance, and purposeful growth.
Earnings and projects
An estimate from an earlier read
Read daily since Oct 25, under 30 days
Billed in all: $148,846$149k
$873 in the last 6 months
Across 34 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Tracked from Oct 25, 2026. No data since Nov 5, 2026.
Skill rankings: Top 13% in Process Engineering
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