China Sourcing Agent & Supply Chain Specialist (3+ Years)
I help global businesses source high-quality products from China with a strong focus on fashion & design, beauty & health, garments, and pet products. With hands-on sourcing experience and Mandarin fluency, I bridge communication gaps, negotiate effectively with suppliers, and ensure smooth, reliable operations from factory to final delivery. My approach is practical and detail-oriented focused on reducing risk, controlling costs, and maintaining consistent product quality.
I am a trustworthy, reliable, and hard-working individual. Based on my professional work experience, I am confident to provide efficient and high-quality services to my clients in many areas. I always consider the problem from my client's point of view and would love to put myself in my client’s shoes while dealing with the manufacturers or suppliers.
Services:
Below is what I can assist with
★ Communicate Supplier/factory/manufacturer sourcing
★ Alibaba Sourcing / 1688 sourcing
★ Product Sourcing/purchasing
★ Supplier selection and evaluation
★ Price and terms negotiation
★ Factory visiting/audit / hire inspection company
★ Manufacturing process issues resolution
★ Comparison sheet
★ Logistics management
★ Sample Collection/consolidation
★ Private labeling & custom packaging support
Bilingual Contracts & Negotiation:
I draft and review contracts in Chinese and English, handle supplier negotiations, and ensure clear communication to avoid misunderstandings and protect your interests.
Alibaba Sourcing
Product Sourcing
1688.com
Chinese
Supplier Search
Sourcing
Market Analysis
Private Labeling & White Labeling
Amazon FBA
Factory & Supplier Auditing
Price & Quote Negotiation
Quality Inspection
Alibaba
Virtual Assistance
Product Hunting
Product Research
Amazon Product Research
Xiaoping W.
Guangzhou, China
$25/hr
5.0
33 jobs
Hi, I'm Andrea(Xiaoping) — a China-based product development and sourcing specialist with 10+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, supplier management, product development, and international trade.
In recent years, I have coordinated over $1.1M USD in procurement orders for a single long-term client, supported 50+ full-cycle product launches from concept to mass production, and managed relationships with 200+ suppliers across China. I also led sourcing and trade operations for an electronics import/export business, coordinating RMB 11–13 million in cross-border trade volume (RMB 6–8M in exports and RMB 5M+ in imports), while maintaining a zero quality-dispute record throughout the engagement.
I bring 10+ years of hands-on procurement, product development, and international trade experience from my full-time roles at manufacturing companies (2018–2025). Since early 2025, I've transitioned to working full-time as an independent sourcing and product development specialist, now fully dedicated to supporting overseas brands and startups.
Many sourcing challenges are not caused by factories alone — they often come from choosing the wrong supplier, unsuitable materials, unclear specifications, or production risks discovered too late. My role is to identify these risks early and help you make better sourcing decisions before they become costly problems.
I work as an extension of my clients' team in China — handling supplier communication, product development, quality evaluation, and production coordination, so you can focus on growing your brand instead of managing every detail in China yourself.
What I bring to the sourcing process:
•Hands-on experience across multiple product categories (apparel, hotel supplies, electronics, consumer products, lingerie, activewear)
•Technical understanding of materials, fabrics, and manufacturing processes
•Supplier evaluation beyond price — quality, workmanship, production capability, customization feasibility, long-term reliability
•Risk identification before you invest in production, not after
🔹 Supplier Sourcing & Evaluation
•Direct factory sourcing across China
•Alibaba / 1688 / wholesale market / factory showroom sourcing
•Supplier capability assessment and background verification
•Factory communication and negotiation
•Cost comparison and production feasibility analysis
🔹 Product Development & Manufacturing
•Product concept to prototype to mass production
•Material and component evaluation
•Sample review and improvement feedback
•Customization, packaging, labeling, and branding coordination
•Production follow-up with manufacturers
🔹 Quality Control & Risk Management
•Pre-production risk review
•Production monitoring and supplier follow-up
•Quality requirement communication and pre-shipment checks
🔹 Export & E-commerce Support
•Amazon FBA and DTC brand sourcing support
•FOB / DDP coordination, customs documentation (BOL, CO, CI, CE, IPPC)
•Supplier and freight forwarder communication
If you are building or scaling a product line and need a reliable, judgment-driven partner in China, I would be happy to discuss your project.
Best regards, Andrea
Sourcing
Clothing
Textile
Fabric
Product Research
Amazon FBA
Alibaba Sourcing
Price & Quote Negotiation
Supplier Search
Product Sourcing
Purchasing Management
1688.com
Logistics Management
Quality Inspection
Project Management
Saima Q.
Taiyuan, China
$5/hr
5.0
8 jobs
✅If you Are FACING problems in Sourcing your desired Products, Cost Negotiation, Quality Control, and logistics & Shipping? Just hire me, and I’ll help you to solve these problems.
I am a sourcing agent with more than 3 years of experience. Due to the comprehensive social experience, I’m able to deal well with the Chinese suppliers, intend to help your business to run smoothly by minimizing the risk.
I am a trustworthy, reliable, and hard-working individual. Based on my professional work experience, I am confident to provide efficient and high-quality services to my clients in many areas. I always consider the problem from my client's point of view and would love to put myself in my client’s shoes while dealing with the manufacturers or suppliers.
Below is what I can assist in
★ Communicate Supplier/factory/manufacturer sourcing
★ Alibaba Sourcing / 1688 sourcing
★ Product Sourcing/purchasing
★ Supplier selection and evaluation
★ Price and terms negotiation
★ Factory visiting/audit / hire inspection company
★ Manufacturing process issues resolution
★ Comparison sheet
★ Logistics management
★ Sample Collection/consolidation
Alibaba Sourcing
1688.com
Supplier Search
Virtual Assistance
Project Management
Market Research
Quality Assurance
Product Sourcing
Price & Quote Negotiation
English
Chinese
Logistics Management
Procurement
Buying
Quality Inspection
Lan Y.
Shenyang, China
$18/hr
4.7
18 jobs
Hi! I'm a professional sourcing agent based in China with over 6 years of experience helping global clients find reliable manufacturers and manage complex supply chains.
I currently work with 200+ vetted suppliers across multiple product categories, including:
🎄 Christmas & 🎃 Halloween Decorations
🐶 Pet Supplies
🔋 Solar Panels & Solar Lights
🧲 Rare Earth Materials
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Whether you're a small business looking for your first supplier, an Amazon FBA seller seeking cost-effective seasonal products, or a company in need of specialized materials like rare earth or solar tech — I can help you find the right factory, negotiate the best price, and ensure quality control from start to finish.
My services include:
Product & supplier sourcing
Price negotiation
Sample coordination
Quality inspection
Order follow-up & shipping assistance
Private label & custom packaging
I speak fluent English and Mandarin, and understand the needs of international clients — timelines, quality standards, Incoterms, and communication transparency.
Let me help you take the stress out of sourcing.
📩 Message me today and tell me what you're looking for!
Customer Service
Phone Communication
Community Management
Social Media Lead Generation
Accounts Payable
Product Sourcing
Price & Quote Negotiation
Order Management
Quality Control
C#
Software Testing
Liana H.
Foshan, China
$40/hr
4.6
47 jobs
Hi, I’m Liana – an MBA-qualified, Upwork Top Rated China sourcing and procurement specialist based in Foshan, Guangdong, the heart of China’s manufacturing hub. I help Europe, the US, and the Middle East clients source factory-direct products while ensuring quality, timely delivery, and risk-free procurement.
My core expertise: on-site factory audits and client accompaniment for factory visits, giving you confidence in supplier capability, production standards, and product quality before any order is placed.
With 50+ successful procurement projects delivered annually, I provide a professional, transparent, and end-to-end sourcing solution tailored to your needs.
🌍 One-Stop Sourcing Services
🏭 Factory Audits & On-Site Visits – verify supplier capability, production process, and quality systems; accompany clients or represent you on-site
💲 Product Development & Sampling – prototype, materials, and packaging support
📐 Production Follow-Up & Communication – daily updates, progress tracking, and timely issue resolution
🛠️ Pre-Shipment Inspection (AQL) – third-party QC to guarantee product quality
🧪 Consolidation & Logistics Coordination – freight quotes, shipment tracking, and delivery management
🚧 Multilingual Communication – fluent English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, bridging communication between you and suppliers
🔄 Product Categories
📱 Electronics & Appliances
👕 Apparel
🏋️ Sports & Fitness
🍽️ Tableware
🏗️ Building Materials
🧵 Fabrics
🛏️ Home Textiles
🤖 Smart Devices
🥤 Daily Use Items (cups, keychains, etc.)
💇♀️ Hair & Beauty Products
💡 Seamless Workflow
Supplier Shortlist → 🏭 Factory Audit / Visit → 🧪 Prototype → 🏭 Mass Production → ✅ Quality Control → 🚢 Shipping & Delivery
📍 Strategic Base: Foshan, Guangdong (Pearl River Delta)
Direct access to suppliers and manufacturing clusters for: Furniture | Ceramics | Lighting | Machinery | Food & Beverage Packaging | Home Appliances
🔝 Why Clients Choose Me
Upwork Top Rated Freelancer with verified track record
50+ high-quality procurement projects delivered annually
Core expertise in factory audits and on-site visits, ensuring supplier reliability and production quality
Direct access to Chinese factories, saving time and cost
Transparent, professional, end-to-end sourcing process that minimizes risk and maximizes value
📩 Share your project, and I’ll provide a clear, actionable sourcing plan with factory verification, quality control, and logistics — all handled professionally, efficiently, and risk-free. Let’s start today.
Contract Negotiation
Sourcing
Alibaba Sourcing
Order Processing
Supplier Search
Virtual Assistance
Chinese
Factory & Supplier Auditing
Supplier Development
Market Research
Logistics Management
Purchasing Management
Price & Quote Negotiation
Buying
Task Coordination
Linlin Z.
Jinan, China
$30/hr
5.0
14 jobs
I help international clients source products from China in a structured and risk-aware way, ensuring supplier capability, cost structure, and production feasibility are properly evaluated before manufacturing begins.
My role is not just to find suppliers, but to support better sourcing decisions by comparing manufacturers, clarifying MOQ and production constraints, and identifying potential risks early in the process.
I work with a wide range of product categories including consumer goods, retail kits, packaging solutions, apparel, and small industrial components. I help clients turn product ideas into realistic sourcing plans that can be executed efficiently with Chinese manufacturers.
My focus is on reducing sourcing uncertainty and helping clients avoid costly mistakes during supplier selection, sampling, and production preparation.
Market Research
Product Sourcing
Procurement
Price & Quote Negotiation
Quality Control
Logistics Coordination
On-Site Coordination
Supplier Search
Communications
Problem Resolution
Factory & Supplier Auditing
Supplier Development
Alibaba Sourcing
Manufacturing
Supply Chain & Logistics
Sourcing
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