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China sourcing agent
Direct answer
A China sourcing agent represents the buyer on the ground: translating a product brief into supplier research, comparing factories, negotiating transparent quotations, coordinating samples and following production. Mijay Group is based in China and charges for its service with 0% supplier commission, so supplier prices remain visible to the client.
What Mijay Group handles
Direct price visibility
Supplier quotations and negotiated conditions remain documented. Mijay Group does not add a percentage commission to the supplier invoice.
One operational contact in China
Samples, production questions, inspections, consolidation and shipping preparation can be coordinated in the same project.
How the project works
1. Product brief
Define specifications, target quantity, target market, budget, packaging and mandatory standards.
2. Supplier shortlist
Identify relevant manufacturers and compare capability, MOQ, lead time, quotation structure and communication.
3. Samples and negotiation
Coordinate samples, clarify changes and negotiate commercial terms without hiding the factory price.
4. Production and quality follow-up
Track agreed milestones and arrange the inspection level required by the project.
5. Logistics handover
Prepare collection, consolidation, export documents and the selected international shipping solution.
What you need to know before you start
Agent versus marketplace
A marketplace gives access to listings. A sourcing agent turns the buyer’s requirements into verification, comparison, negotiation and operational follow-up.
Agent versus trading company
A trading company may resell goods with a margin. Mijay Group provides a disclosed service and keeps the supplier quotation visible.
What must stay client-approved
The client approves the specifications, sample, price, supplier choice, production order and final shipping option before sensitive commitments.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a China sourcing agent charge?
Pricing depends on the scope, product complexity, number of factories, development work and follow-up required. Mijay Group uses a service fee and 0% supplier commission rather than a hidden percentage on product purchases.
Can a sourcing agent find a supplier from a photo?
A photo can start the research, but reliable sourcing also requires dimensions, materials, functions, target quality, quantity, destination market and any compliance requirements.
Can you find suppliers outside Alibaba?
Yes. The research channel is selected according to the product and may include direct manufacturers, industrial clusters, specialised markets and Chinese supplier platforms.
How long does supplier sourcing take?
The timing depends on the product, specifications and number of viable factories. A first useful shortlist should be based on verified requirements, not on sending the fastest unqualified listing.
Related practical guides
How to find a manufacturer in China
Find and compare Chinese manufacturers from a product brief, photo or sample, including factories outside Alibaba and other public marketplaces.
China supplier verification
Verify a Chinese supplier before payment through company checks, document consistency, production capability review and risk-based on-site inspection.
China product development
Develop a product in China from concept and specifications through prototypes, tooling, packaging, samples, production and quality control.
Quality control in China
Plan product quality control in China with approved specifications, in-production checks, pre-shipment inspection and documented corrective actions.
Discuss your project with our China-based team
Share your product, target quantity, destination and priorities. We will identify the right sourcing or logistics workflow before preparing a proposal.