Carlson D.
Procurement & Vendor Mgmt | Sourcing | Contracts & Cost Reduction
I help companies reduce vendor costs, run sourcing processes, and bring structure to procurement without adding full-time headcount. With over 10 years of experience across IT, marketing, SaaS, and professional services, I support businesses in selecting the right vendors, negotiating stronger contracts, and improving overall spend visibility. I can support both strategic and hands-on work, including: • RFx / RFP execution and supplier sourcing • Vendor comparison and pricing analysis • Contract review and negotiation support • Vendor onboarding and procurement workflows • Cost reduction and spend optimization Whether you need help executing sourcing activities or improving vendor strategy, I bring a practical, results-driven approach focused on efficiency and measurable savings. Available for both short-term projects and ongoing support.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 4.6 months active (since Jun 2026)
Last 6 months: $21k
Billed in all: $24,272$24k
$21k in the last 6 months
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: #1 in 1 skill of 11
Rarest: top 0.98% in Cost Analysis, of 305. Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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