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Manufacturing sourcing & R&D matchmaking for nascent CPG/supplement brands
Offer a B2B service that finds manufacturers, manages sampling and early R&D for founders who can't get manufacturers to respond.
Summary
Many founders struggle to find reputable manufacturers willing to take small early-stage brands. Build a sourcing/consulting service that coordinates R&D, sample runs, and manufacturer introductions for functional consumables.
Problem
Early-stage founders face long R&D cycles and manufacturers that ignore small orders or inquiries.
Target customer
Founders of CPG, supplement, and functional consumable startups seeking manufacturers and sample runs.
Solution
Provide manufacturer matchmaking, R&D coordination, sample production management, and negotiation support to get initial runs produced.
Business model
consulting / retainer feesfinder's/success fees per production runproject-based randd management
Distribution
startup networks (reddit, indie maker communities)linkedin and industry events
Required skills
supplier sourcingregulatory and formulation knowledgecontract negotiationproject management