Custom SaaS (ERP) Development for an E-commerce Business

We are looking for a skilled full-stack developer to build a custom ERP (SaaS-style web application) for our growing e-commerce business. The goal is to centralize business operations into a single platform that is scalable, user-friendly, and easy to maintain. This is an MVP project with a budget of $300. If the initial phase is successful, there will be opportunities for ongoing development and additional features. Scope of Work The ERP should include the following core modules: - User authentication and role-based access - Product management - Inventory management - Order management - Customer management - Purchase & supplier management - Basic sales reports and analytics - Dashboard with key business metrics The system should have a clean, responsive UI and be optimized for desktop use. Technical Requirements You may use any modern technology stack, but please explain why you recommend it. Examples include: - React / Next.js - Node.js (Express/NestJS) - Laravel - Django - PostgreSQL or MySQL The application should be: - Secure - Well-structured - Scalable - Documented - Easy to extend with future modules Deliverables - Complete source code - Database schema - Deployment instructions - Basic documentation - Assistance with bug fixes after delivery Budget Fixed Price: $300 This budget is intended for building an MVP. Please describe what features you can realistically deliver within this budget. We understand that a full ERP is a much larger project and are looking for a phased approach. Ideal Candidate - Experience building ERP, CRM, or SaaS applications - Strong backend and database design skills - Good UI/UX understanding - Clean, maintainable code - Excellent communication When Applying Please include: 1. Examples of ERP, SaaS, CRM, or dashboard projects you've built. 2. Your proposed tech stack. 3. Estimated timeline. 4. What features you would include in the MVP within the $300 budget. 5. Any recommendations to improve the project architecture. We are looking for someone interested in building a long-term working relationship as the ERP evolves over time.