Sourcing Agent Services
Core Offerings
Supplier Identification & Market Research
Rapid identification of qualified suppliers domestically and internationally.
Deliverables: Shortlist of suppliers, capability profiles, price benchmarking, market insights.Supplier Qualification & Audits
Verify supplier capability, compliance, and financial stability to reduce risk.
Deliverables: Qualification report, factory audit checklist, sample test coordination, supplier scorecard.RFx Management (RFI / RFQ / RFP)
End-to-end creation, distribution, collection and evaluation of bids for objective supplier selection.
Deliverables: RFx documents, bid comparison matrix, weighted scoring, recommendation brief.Price & Contract Negotiation
Commercial negotiation to secure best pricing, terms, and service levels.
Deliverables: Negotiation strategy, finalized commercial terms, draft contract/PO terms, savings report.Purchase Order & Vendor Management
Day-to-day PO issuance, confirmations, change control and supplier communications.
Deliverables: Issued POs, acknowledgement logs, delivery schedules, communication records.Quality Assurance & Pre-shipment Inspections
Ensure product quality and compliance before shipment to avoid returns and rework.
Deliverables: Inspection reports (photos), defect logs, CAPA management, sample approval.Logistics Coordination & Shipping Support
Optimize freight, incoterms, documentation and tracking for timely delivery and cost control.
Deliverables: Shipping plan, booking confirmations, customs paperwork, ETA notifications, landed-cost estimate.Customs, Compliance & Regulatory Support
Navigate import/export rules and product-specific regulations to prevent clearance delays.
Deliverables: HS code classification, compliance checklist (CE/FDA/RoHS/etc.), import documentation guidance.Supplier Development & Relationship Management
Improve supplier performance, scale capacity, and implement continuous improvement.
Deliverables: Improvement roadmap, joint action plans, training materials, capacity expansion assistance.Risk Management & Contingency Planning
Identify supply-chain vulnerabilities and build mitigation strategies (dual-sourcing, buffers).
Deliverables: Risk register, alternate supplier list, contingency plans, inventory/reorder recommendations.
Engagement Models
Project-Based: Fixed-fee engagements for supplier searches, product launches or one-off programs.
Retainer: Ongoing monthly support for continuous sourcing, PO management and supplier care.
Transactional: Pay-per-service (inspections, RFQs, on-site visits).
Success-Fee / Hybrid: Retainer + share of realized cost savings (optional).
Typical Clients & Industries
Electronics, consumer goods, textiles & apparel, food & beverage, medical devices, industrial components, manufacturing.
Why Clients Choose Us
Local presence in key sourcing markets and trusted on-site partners.
Transparent reporting, measurable savings, and SLA-backed response times.
Compliance-first approach (ethics, environmental & social standards).
Flexible engagement options to match project scope and budget.