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in China
Shenyang, China
🔍 If you’ve ever tried sourcing from China, you already know that finding a product is never the real challenge; it’s what comes after: 1️⃣ Factory vs. Trader Confusion ⚠️ 2️⃣ Inconsistent Quality & Late Defect Detection ⚠️ 3️⃣ Communication Barriers & Production Delays ⚠️ 4️⃣ Lack of End-to-End Coordination ⚠️ 5️⃣ Lack of Negotiation Leverage ⚠️ 6️⃣ Compliance & Standardization Risks ⚠️ ...and the list goes on. ⏱️ These issues don’t just create frustration; they consume your time and distract you from higher-value work like growing your brand, marketing, and making strategic decisions. By managing the supply chain end to end, I take this complexity off your plate, so you can focus on what truly matters and operate at maximum efficiency. ________________________________________ ⭐ What I Can Help You With: ✅ Sourcing (Factory Vetting & Product Development) • Identifying real manufacturers (no middlemen) • Supplier research & comparison • Price negotiation and sample management ✅ Supply Chain Management (End-to-End) • Production follow-up • Timeline management • Quality control during production • Packaging & labeling • Pre-shipment inspection coordination ✅ Factory Communication & Project Management • Bridging language & cultural communication gaps • Technical clarification with engineering teams • Weekly reporting with transparent updates ✅ Cost Optimization & Risk Control • Reduce sourcing cost • Prevent factory-related mistakes • Avoid hidden markups or unreliable suppliers ________________________________________ 📈 Why Clients Choose to Work With Me • China-based with real-time factory access • Strong manufacturing background (Ex-General Manager in Manufacturing) • International Standard (Ex-KPMG China & Knight Frank Australia experience) • Deep understanding of supply chain and production flow • Experience across many product categories • Long-term partnership mindset • Full transparency and Independence • I handle the complexity and you focus on growth. ________________________________________ 🚀 Ready to build a reliable, scalable supply chain in China? 💬 Tell me what you’re working on, and I’ll help you build a sourcing & supply chain process that’s transparent, efficient, and built for long-term success.
- Product Sourcing
- Supply Chain Management
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- Contract Negotiation
- Supply Chain & Logistics
- Vendor & Supplier Outreach
- Market Research
- International Marketing
- Ecommerce
- Mandarin Chinese
- English
- ERP Software
- Slack
- Asana
- Google Sheets
- Microsoft Office
- Data Analysis
- Risk Management
- Cost Analysis
Shanghai, China
With over 20 years of experience in sourcing and supply chain management winin automotive industry in China, I have excellent hands-on sourcing experience.I'm good at supplier management and new product development . I know well about manufacturing process and cost structure for the plastic injection parts & tooling,stamping parts & die ,foam,seat cover,aluminum extrusion parts and die-casting parts .I have excellent negotiation skill .I also know about the export /import logistic.
- Price & Quote Negotiation
- Sourcing
- Purchasing Management
- Supplier Search
- Supplier Development
- Supply Chain & Logistics
- Injection Mold
- Sheet Metal
- Contract Drafting
- Contract Law
- Manufacturing
- Cost Analysis
- Cost Control
Shanghai, China
I help international businesses work more effectively in China and Asia through supplier searching, technical sourcing, quality & compliance support, SOP/process improvement, and localisation. With 25+ years of experience across manufacturing, international trade, quality management, inspection/certification, and bilingual business support, I help clients reduce risk, improve execution, and make better decisions. 🔎China Sourcing & Supplier Support • Supplier / manufacturer searching • OEM / ODM • Supplier screening & due diligence • Factory capability review • Supplier communication • Supply chain coordination ✅Quality, Compliance & Risk Support • Factory audits • Product inspection • Lab testing coordination • Quality / compliance review • Supplier risk assessment • Corrective action & improvement support 📋SOPs, Processes & Operational Improvement • Management Systems certification consulting • Process mapping • Workflow documentation • BPM / BPMN support • SOP writing • Procedures, checklists & templates • Process improvement & standardisation 🌏China Localisation & Bilingual Business Support • English–Chinese / Chinese–English translation • Business & technical translation • Bilingual business writing • Interpretation support • China-facing communication support • Localisation for practical business use ⭐Why Clients Work With Me • 25+ years in international trade, tech sourcing, quality, compliance, and operations • Led 200+ onsite audits/inspections and translated over 1 million tech & business words • Extensive industrial exposure in E&E, consumers, bulk, machinery, chemical and biology • Strong understanding of both China-side execution and international business expectations • Practical support that connects supplier selection, quality, process, and communication 🤝Available For • Long-term business partnership • Short-term projects • Ongoing support • China-side support when appropriate 📩Let's Connect If you are looking for practical support across China and Asia sourcing, supplier assessment, quality & compliance, SOPs, China-side communication, and localisation, feel free to message me.
- Product Sourcing
- Supply Chain Management
- English to Chinese Translation
- Factory & Supplier Auditing
- Quality Inspection
- Business Process Management
- Quality Management System
- ISO 9001
- ISO 27001
- Credit Counseling
- Supplier Search
- Due Diligence
- Business Process Modeling
- Business Process Model & Notation
- Quality Audit
Nanjing, China
I am located in NanJing city,China and a native Chinese speaker with over 30 years of experience in mechanical engineering and more than 20 years of expertise in 3D design with SolidWorks. My background spans from the ceramic industry, automotive industry, to vacuum metallurgical industry and end-to-end supply chain management.I pride myself on being well-organized, proactive, and attentive to detail, which enables me to make all kinds of projects done smoothly, quickly, and successfully. My primary focus is on assisting small and medium-sized companies from all over of the world with their procurement needs and quality control and shipping etc. in China. I can independently run sourcing projects from supplier identification through sampling, production coordination, and shipment readiness while keeping clients informed throughout. I am eager to contribute my expertise to you. My services are as follows but not limited. 1, Product design &prototype & liaising with manufacturers to ensure quality and efficiency. 2, Product sourcing and supply chain management Identify, evaluate, and manage factories and suppliers across China 3, Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with suppliers 4, Factory visits, audits, and quality checks Check compliance with agreed drawings, specifications, and standards Verify: Materials&Dimensions &Tolerance &Surface finish&Markings&Testing etc. 5,Collecting products from multiple factories &repack & prepare shipments efficiently&Logistics with the cost-effective way including DDP shipment by air or sea. I have extensive knowledge of mechanical components such as gearboxes, bearings, Linear guide rail, electric motors, oil cylinders, oil pumps, solenoid valve,O rings and servo drive technology used in machinery. I am also well-versed in electrical control systems, particularly Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). Additionally, I am familiar with various fabrication processes such as CNC machining,welding,casting,forging, stamping, investment casting, plastic injection, laser cutting and surface treatment. I have a strong interest in hydraulic and pneumatic systems as a result I have developed significant skills in this area.
- Price & Quote Negotiation
- Product Sourcing
- Factory & Supplier Auditing
- 1688.com
- Quality Inspection
- Chinese to English Translation
- Purchasing Management
- Purchase Orders
- Technical Support
- Mechanical Engineering
- Detailed Design
- Rapid Prototyping
- Industrial Engineering
- CAD
- Drafting
Xiamen, China
As a Top Rated Upwork freelancer with a 100% Job Success record, I'm here to help you scale with confidence. My recent projects include cutting manufacturing defect rates from 8% to 2%, and securing 3 new factories that met key compliance standards — all while saving 10-20% in product cost. With over 8+ years of dedicated experience helping clients build robust supply chains, reduce defect rates, and negotiate favorable terms, I specialize in sourcing and quality control work that delivers measurable value. I am highly proficient in managing schedules, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring smooth communication despite time zone differences. 1. Product Sourcing in China: Full project management from start to finish 2.Factory Auditing, sample inspection and pre-shipment inspection 3.Document translation 4.English-Chinese translation 5.Efficient coordination between international teams and Chinese partners 6.Deal with logistics 7.Managing procurement processes 8.Virtual assistant 9.Customer Service: Certification test / tour planning / video edit etc. My deep understanding of Chinese business culture and regulatory requirements enables me to bridge the gap between international buyers and Chinese manufacturers, ensuring cost-effective and smooth transactions. I do look forward to collaborating with you!
- Contract Manufacturing
- Product Sourcing
- Supply Chain Management
- Virtual Assistance
- Logistics Management
- Sourcing
- Factory & Supplier Auditing
- Quality Inspection
- Quality Control
- Supply Chain & Logistics
- Manufacturing
- Personal Business Plan
- Translation
- Scheduling & Assisting Chatbot
- Fact-Checking
Jinhua, China
Hi, I am a seasoned Regulatory & Quality Expert & Supply Chain Manager with 15+ yrs of experience in the medical device industry. I specialize in: 1) Quality / Regulatory consulting, NMPA, CE & FDA Regulations, Medical Device QMS, registration & submission; 2) Supplier qualification & management, product sourcing; 3) E-commerce operation/supply chain manager; 4) Project manager for NPD, cross-function project management; As a certified ISO 13485 Lead Auditor, Data Analyst, ASQ & RAPS member, and PMP holder, I bring expertise and reliability to every project. Let's work together to achieve your goals efficiently!
- Product Sourcing
- Project Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Supplier Development
- Product Development
- Factory & Supplier Auditing
- Logistics Management
- Manage Ecommerce Site
- Amazon
- Shopify
- Social Media Marketing
- Medical Device
- Product Registration
- Quality Management System
- Regulatory Compliance
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