Fractional sourcing advisory
Sourcing leadership a few days a month
A retainer makes sense when supplier decisions keep coming back and nobody on your team has the time or background to own them. Retainers start at $2,500 per month for up to two days of my time, with a three-month first term.
Founder-led teams, lean operations groups, supplier negotiations, recurring reviews, and temporary leadership gaps.
What I usually work on
Supplier reviews, negotiation preparation, sourcing plans for new products, and a second opinion before a large commitment. Each month starts with a short priority list, and you get a written update every week.
What stays with your team
Your product, quality, finance, and operations leads keep their decisions. Day-to-day purchasing stays with your buyers unless we agree otherwise. And as with every Kazbegi project, I don’t take supplier commissions.
How the retainer works
Can you work with my existing team?
Yes. I join the existing meeting rhythm and take responsibility for the sourcing work we name.
Is there a minimum term?
The usual starting point is three months so there’s enough time to finish more than one meeting cycle.
What if a larger project appears?
We scope it separately before it consumes the month or changes the fee.