Looking for reliable suppliers in China without wasting time on the wrong factories? I help startups, ecommerce brands, and product teams identify qualified manufacturers, compare suppliers, and manage communication with Chinese factories so they can source with greater confidence.
With over 10 years of sourcing and procurement experience, I have supported global companies including The Home Depot (Fortune 500) and RadioShack (former Fortune 500). At The Home Depot, I helped develop a dual-country sourcing solution that contributed to approximately $3 million in tariff savings while managing supplier sourcing, cost analysis, and production coordination across China and Southeast Asia.
Today I help startups, ecommerce brands, and product teams reduce sourcing risks by finding qualified suppliers, comparing options objectively, and managing supplier communication throughout the sourcing process.
What I can help with:
• Supplier and manufacturer sourcing in China
• Factory capability research and verification
• RFQ collection and supplier comparison
• MOQ, pricing, and basic negotiation support
• Sample coordination and specification clarification
• Communication with suppliers in Mandarin and English
• Production follow-up and issue resolution
• Reviewing factory certifications and documentation
My approach is practical and structured. I focus on clear supplier comparisons, organized communication, and identifying potential risks early so clients can make informed sourcing decisions.
Whether you are developing a new product, evaluating potential suppliers, or looking for manufacturing support in China, I would be happy to discuss your project.
Procurement
Vendor Management
Product Sourcing
Supplier Search
Manufacturing
Supplier Development
Vendor & Supplier Outreach
Request for Quotation
Cost Analysis
Contract Negotiation
Supply Chain Management
Production Planning
Quality Control
Logistics Coordination
Product Research
Product Development
Market Research
Alibaba Sourcing
Mandarin Chinese
Inventory Management
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
Price & Quote Negotiation
Purchasing Management
Sourcing
Clothing
Textile
Fabric
Product Research
Amazon FBA
Alibaba Sourcing
Supplier Search
Product Sourcing
1688.com
Logistics Management
Quality Inspection
Project Management
Qiang L.
Qingdao, China
$25/hr
4.9
24 jobs
Hi, I am Qiang, a professional China‑based sourcing and purchasing expert with over 15 years of hands‑on experience in sourcing, procurement and international logistics.
I will screen out the most suitable original manufacturers for you, filter out traders and middlemen, secure the best first‑hand prices, and deliver supplier management together with quality control. I take care of the full sourcing process to help you steer clear of typical risks and communication issues.
I can support your project with:
• Product sourcing and supplier identification
• Price negotiation and cost analysis
• Sample coordination and consolidation
• Supplier verification and factory audits
• Production follow-up and order management
• Quality inspections (during production / pre-shipment)
• Shipping and logistics arrangement
My key industries:
• Hardware
• Power Tools
• Industrial Parts
• Building Materials
• construction materials
• Furniture & FF&E
• Lighting
• Kitchen and Household Products
• Pet products
• Auto Parts
• Toys, Baby & Maternity Products
• Hair extensions
Beyond these core categories, I maintain strong sourcing expertise and sharp judgment for a wide range of general and customized products, allowing me to deliver stable, reliable supply chain solutions for diverse client needs.
If you are looking for a stable, experienced sourcing partner to build and maintain a long-term supply chain, feel free to contact me anytime.
Buying
Price & Quote Negotiation
Sourcing
Alibaba Sourcing
Logistics Management
1688.com
Factory & Supplier Auditing
Chinese
English
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Search
Quality Control
Vendor Verification
Private Labeling & White Labeling
Product Sourcing
GuiZhen C.
Shenzhen, China
$31/hr
5.0
14 jobs
More than 20years professional work experience in Foreign
Investment Co. on sourcing and supply chain management,
products like Furniture/Small Appliance/Floor care/ Garmentcare/
Kitchenware/ Portable Energy storage/ PET food jars/Silicon
products.
Now, I am working for my own outsourcing company, I do hope I can
help my clients on Sourcing & Supply Chain Managment in China &
far east Asia.
Buying
Purchasing Management
Sourcing
Supply Chain Management
Factory & Supplier Auditing
Business
Quality Inspection
Contract
Partnership Agreement
Project Management
Shipping & Order Fulfillment Software
Product Sourcing
Supplier Search
Walter S.
Chengdu, China
$5/hr
5.0
20 jobs
A senior English-Chinese translator with over ten years of experience, specializing in the fields of chemistry and physics. I have collaborated with the Peptide Group of the Chinese Pharmacopoeia.
Also an experienced procurement specialist in China, with particular expertise in sourcing industrial and electronic products.
However, I believe none of these are the most important. To me, what truly matters is honesty and integrity.
Chinese
Alibaba
Chinese to English Translation
Microsoft Excel
Localization
Content Localization
Document Localization
Translation & Localization Software
Chinese to Japanese Translation
Video Game Localization
English to Chinese Translation
Japanese to Chinese Translation
Taobao
Sourcing
Alibaba Sourcing
Burhan K.
Beijing, China
$16/hr
5.0
102 jobs
🏆 Top Rated Plus Sourcing & Supply Chain Freelancer on Upwork (Top 3%)
🏆 4100+ hours completed on Upwork & counting
🏆 64+ completed projects with consistent 5-star reviews
With strong social experience and fluency in Chinese, I work effectively with Chinese manufacturers to minimize risk, eliminate miscommunication, and ensure your supply chain runs smoothly.
I am a China-based sourcing expert specializing in procurement, quality control, and international logistics. I support companies and e-commerce sellers by delivering reliable, high-quality products through my extensive and trusted manufacturing network across China. I take pride in enforcing strict standards and ensuring consistency from sampling through mass production and shipping.
I have specialized experience in magnesium alloy products, including supplier selection, production oversight, quality inspection, compliance, and export shipping coordination. I understand the technical requirements, handling standards, and logistics considerations specific to magnesium alloy manufacturing and transport.
My services include, but are not limited to:
Product sourcing & supplier verification
Quality inspection & production control
Warehousing & consolidation
Fulfillment solutions
Logistics & international shipping (air, sea, DDP/DDU)
I have worked across multiple industries, including:
Textiles & apparel
Shoes & leather goods
Jewellery & furniture
Electronics & consumer products
Health, medical & beauty products
Cereals & agricultural goods
Magnesium alloy & industrial products
I consistently go above and beyond to ensure my clients receive dependable service, transparent communication, and measurable results. Your success is directly tied to mine, and I am committed to helping you scale with confidence.
Thank you for considering my services. I look forward to supporting your sourcing and supply chain needs.
Best regards,
Burhan Khalid
Procurement
Price & Quote Negotiation
Supply Chain & Logistics
1688.com
Alibaba Sourcing
Sourcing
Shipping & Order Fulfillment Software
Logistics Management
Product Sourcing
Private Labeling & White Labeling
Quality Control
Amazon FBA
Factory & Supplier Auditing
Market Research
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