Darbie F. - Product Sourcing Specialist | Alibaba & 1688 | Procurement VA

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Product Sourcing Specialist | Alibaba & 1688 | Procurement VA

Product Sourcing Specialist and Procurement Virtual Assistant with 5 years of hands-on experience in product sourcing, supplier research, and purchasing support from China. I specialize in helping e-commerce businesses, online sellers, startups, and growing brands find reliable Chinese suppliers and source products through Alibaba and 1688. Whether you need a supplier for an existing product, want to develop a new product, or are looking for better pricing and sourcing options, I can help manage the research and supplier communication process from start to finish. My product sourcing services include Alibaba product sourcing, 1688 product sourcing, supplier research, supplier verification, manufacturer identification, supplier comparison, RFQ (Request for Quotation), MOQ research, price comparison, price negotiation, product specification checking, lead time verification, and order coordination. I typically research and shortlist multiple potential suppliers based on your product requirements, target price, MOQ, customization needs, production capacity, lead time, certifications, and other important purchasing criteria. I then organize the information into a clear supplier comparison sheet so you can easily evaluate your sourcing options. I also have experience communicating directly with Chinese suppliers through Alibaba, WeChat, WhatsApp, and email to request product information, quotations, samples, customization options, packaging details, payment terms, production timelines, and shipping-related information. My sourcing experience is primarily focused on skincare, beauty, spa, and e-commerce products, including products such as sheet masks, powder masks, jelly mask products, serums, and other private-label and reselling products. I also understand the importance of finding suppliers that can meet specific product requirements while maintaining a balance between price, quality, MOQ, lead time, and supplier reliability. In addition to product sourcing, I can provide procurement support and purchasing assistance, including supplier follow-ups, quotation comparison, order coordination, inventory-related communication, and communication with freight forwarders. I am familiar with requesting EXW quotations and coordinating with suppliers regarding delivery to freight forwarder warehouses in locations such as Guangzhou, Yiwu, and Shenzhen. I use Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, Alibaba, 1688, WeChat, WhatsApp, and other research and communication tools to keep sourcing projects organized and easy to track. My approach to product sourcing is simple: understand the client's requirements, research the market, identify suitable suppliers, verify important supplier information, compare quotations, negotiate when possible, and present the findings clearly so the client can make an informed purchasing decision. I am detail-oriented, organized, responsive, and comfortable handling repetitive supplier research while maintaining accuracy. I understand that effective sourcing is not simply about finding the cheapest supplier. It is about identifying suppliers that can provide the right combination of product quality, pricing, MOQ, production capability, communication, lead time, and reliability. If you are looking for a Product Sourcing Specialist, Alibaba Sourcing Specialist, China Sourcing VA, Procurement VA, Purchasing Assistant, or Supplier Research Assistant, I can help you streamline your sourcing process and save time on supplier research and communication. Services I can support: • Alibaba Product Sourcing • 1688 Product Sourcing • China Supplier Research • Supplier Verification & Vetting • Manufacturer & Trading Company Research • Supplier Comparison • RFQ & Quotation Collection • Price & MOQ Comparison • Supplier Price Negotiation • Product Research & Market Research • Private Label & OEM/ODM Supplier Research • Product Specification Research • Sample Order Coordination • Supplier Communication & Follow-ups • Procurement & Purchasing Support • Order Coordination • Inventory & Product Information Management • Freight Forwarder & Logistics Coordination Support • Google Sheets & Excel Supplier Comparison Reports

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