China Sourcing Agent (Guangzhou) – Home Construction Materials (Factory Direct)

Posted 2 months ago

Worldwide

Summary

We are looking for an experienced sourcing agent based in Guangzhou, China to represent our interests throughout the procurement process. Our goal is to purchase directly from manufacturers (no trading companies or middlemen) to obtain the best pricing, quality, and customization. Products to Source Aluminum windows & exterior doors Interior doors Custom kitchen cabinets Bathroom vanities Walk-in closets & built-ins Garage doors Stair railings Flooring Bathroom fixtures Lighting Hardware And other residential building materials Responsibilities Identify and verify reputable factory-direct manufacturers Negotiate pricing, minimum order quantities, and production timelines Visit factories to inspect production capabilities and quality Verify certifications and quality standards Obtain quotations and samples Coordinate product customization to our specifications Consolidate orders from multiple factories Perform quality inspections before shipment Arrange export logistics and container shipping. Provide regular progress updates in English Requirements Based in Guangzhou or nearby Proven experience sourcing construction materials or home furnishing products Strong negotiation skills Excellent English communication Ability to travel to factories Experience exporting to North America Knowledge of quality control procedures Existing relationships with reputable manufacturers are a strong advantage To Apply Please include: Your location Years of sourcing experience Experience with residential construction materials Examples of factories you have worked with Whether you have personally visited factories Languages spoken Your hourly rate or preferred pricing structure We are looking for a long-term partner who can help us source nearly all materials for this home and potentially future construction projects.

  • Hours to be determined
    Hourly
  • 1-3 months
    Duration
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • $5.00

    -

    $15.00

    Hourly
  • Remote Job
  • Ongoing project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
English
Phone Communication
Nice-to-have skills
Chinese
Mandarin Dialect
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:5 to 10
  • Last viewed by client:2 weeks ago
  • Hires:
    1
  • Interviewing:
    4
  • Invites sent:
    3
  • Unanswered invites:
    3
About the client
Member since Apr 21, 2009
  • Canada
    Laval8:24 PM
  • $30K total spent
    63 hires, 8 active
  • 687 hours
  • Fashion & Beauty
    Mid-sized company (10-99 people)

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