Use a structured purchasing method
Create a specification, compare quotations using consistent criteria and make decisions based on total cost—not factory price alone.
International sourcing agent training
Learn to buy more effectively, reduce costs and grow a business through international sourcing
Professional training based on our on-the-ground experience in China. Learn a structured method to research, select, negotiate, purchase, inspect and ship for your own business, your company, your students or your clients.
Online training
Accessible at any time
At your own pace
No set schedule
Module-based tests
Assess and reinforce what you have learned
24/7 access to the support area
Submit questions through your learning portal
A skill you can use anywhere
International sourcing is a real profession
Sourcing is not simply about finding a cheaper product. You must define requirements, compare the true cost of offers, verify suppliers, negotiate, monitor production, control quality and organize logistics. These skills can be used from any country for your own business, for a company or to support clients.
Research, analysis, negotiation and follow-up can be managed remotely. When a physical check is required, you also learn how to work with reliable on-site partners.
Reduce purchasing costs
Negotiate pricing, minimum order quantities, payment terms, packaging and logistics while reducing costly mistakes.
Develop the business
Launch stronger products, protect margins, diversify suppliers and build a purchasing method that can be reused across projects.
What you will actually be able to do
Define the purchasing brief
Turn an idea or client requirement into an actionable specification covering product, quality, quantity, budget, market, compliance and timeline.
Find and verify suppliers
Search beyond the most visible platforms, compare supplier profiles, verify essential information and identify risk signals.
Negotiate without compromising the project
Negotiate pricing, MOQ, samples, lead times, payment, packaging and production terms.
Secure production
Organize approvals, monitor milestones, control quality and respond appropriately to delays or non-conformities.
Calculate the true purchasing cost
Calculate product, packaging, inspection, transport, customs, tax and fulfillment costs to protect the final margin.
Advise clients and manage projects
Present clear options, explain risks, recommend the most suitable choice and manage a project through to delivery.
A flexible, supported course
Access
24 h/24
Access the learning materials whenever it suits you.
Progress
At your own pace
Repeat any module as often as needed.
Approval
1 test per module
Assess your progress and identify areas to strengthen.
Support
Support and questions
Use your learning portal at any time to request support.
The training and support area remains available around the clock. You can ask questions at any time, and team replies stay centralized for a clear record of your progress.
The 6 modules and their practical tests
Each module ends with a practical test designed to check understanding, correct mistakes and progressively build operational skills.
Module 1
Purchasing strategy and specifications
Analyze a requirement, define product criteria, set a realistic cost target and prepare a brief precise enough to obtain comparable quotations.
Assessment: turn an imprecise request into a professional specification.
Module 2
Supplier research, selection and verification
Choose appropriate research channels, distinguish factories from trading companies and intermediaries, review documents and compare suppliers beyond the advertised price.
Assessment: select the most suitable supplier from a comparison file.
Module 3
Negotiation and product development
Negotiate pricing, MOQ, samples, customization, packaging, lead times and payment without compromising quality or destabilizing the supplier relationship.
Assessment: prepare a complete negotiation strategy.
Module 4
Production, quality control and risk management
Plan approvals, monitor production, define inspections, manage non-conformities and secure critical stages before final payment.
Assessment: determine the appropriate response to a production issue.
Module 5
Customs, logistics and total landed cost
Understand Incoterms, HS codes, documents, transport, insurance, customs, taxes, consolidation and fulfillment in order to calculate the true landed cost.
Assessment: calculate and compare two import scenarios.
Module 6
Professional application
Apply the method to an e-commerce business, company or client project; present a recommendation, organize follow-up and build a clear sourcing offer.
Final assessment: produce a purchasing plan or a complete client recommendation.
Who this training is for
Sourcing skills can complement an existing profession or become a business in their own right. They are useful whenever you need to buy, advise, develop a product or protect a project’s profitability.
Future sourcing agents
To work from the country of their choice, manage research and negotiation remotely, and coordinate field partners when required.
Entrepreneurs and e-commerce businesses
To select products more effectively, protect margins, avoid purchasing mistakes and manage the chain through to the final customer.
Amazon and marketplace sellers
To account for compliance, packaging, import costs and fulfillment before deciding whether a product is genuinely profitable.
E-commerce and Amazon trainers
To strengthen their programs with a more professional purchasing and sourcing method.
Strategy and business development consultants
To advise clients more effectively on suppliers, costs, risks, margins and product development.
Buyers and corporate teams
To structure international purchasing, negotiate more effectively and sustainably reduce costs and risks.
After training
Would you like to become a Mijay partner agent?
Participants who complete the training and pass the assessments may apply to join our partner-agent network. Each application is reviewed according to the profile, country, skills and Mijay Group’s needs.
Passing the training does not guarantee selection, an assignment or employment with Mijay Group.
How to apply
- 1 Complete the training and pass the tests
- 2 Present your profile, country and professional project
- 3 Attend an interview if your profile is shortlisted
Put the training into practice with Mijay Group
After the training, you can entrust Mijay Group with your actual sourcing, supplier-negotiation and international-logistics operations.
Frequently asked questions about sourcing-agent training
Online access, progress, tests, support, syllabus and prerequisites: review the essential information before requesting the full program.
Who is the international sourcing agent training program for?
It is aimed at future sourcing agents, entrepreneurs, e-commerce and Amazon sellers, corporate buyers, trainers, business consultants, and professionals wishing to better master international purchasing. It can be used to develop one's own business, strengthen one's current role, or better support students and clients.
Can this profession be practiced from any country?
Yes. Research, analysis, negotiation, and follow-up can be conducted remotely. However, when a case requires a factory visit or physical inspection, the agent must rely on a reliable on-the-ground partner in the country of production.
Can training complement the work of a trainer or consultant?
Yes. An e-commerce or Amazon trainer can integrate the purchasing and sourcing methodology into their coaching. A business consultant can use it to better advise clients on suppliers, costs, risks, margins, and product development.
How does one access the training?
The training is accessible online from your personal space. You progress at your own pace, without a set schedule, and you can review the content whenever you need to.
What topics are covered during the training?
The program covers purchasing strategy, specifications, supplier research and verification, negotiation, product development, production monitoring, quality control, payments, Incoterms, customs, logistics, total imported cost and professional practice.
How are skills validated?
Each module concludes with a practical test. This allows students to verify their learning, identify areas for improvement, and progressively develop skills applicable to real-world cases.
Can I ask questions during the training?
Yes. The training and support area is accessible 24/7: you can ask your questions at any time and find the team's answers in the same place.
What is the difference between training and your sourcing service?
The training teaches you a method for managing sourcing operations yourself. The sourcing service directly entrusts Mijay Group with the research, negotiation, and operational follow-up of your project.
Does the payment result in a recurring subscription?
No, unless a specific offer is clearly accepted in writing. The price, payment terms, included content, and access conditions are displayed or confirmed before purchase.
Do you need to already know about sourcing or import-export?
No advanced expertise is required, but it's best to have a clear career goal and be prepared to work on real-world cases. You can review the content and tests at your own pace.
Receive the full syllabus
Tell us your current level and goal. We will send you details of the modules, tests and training-access terms.