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Looking for an experienced Buyer/ Product Sourcing Associate (Ongoing)

$2-8 USD / hour

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Posted almost 6 years ago

$2-8 USD / hour

Needs to hire 3 Freelancers Starting Date: ASAP You will be responsible for the day to day requisition of materials. This position requires planning, researching and purchasing of inventory in a cost-effective manner. You will also be analyzing and approving the best products or services after reviewing them and negotiating deals while maintaining best quality, as well as maintaining strong relationships with suppliers. We need Product Sourcing Agent/ Buyer matching the below criteria: - Proficient in English - Have prior experience in product sourcing/ purchasing - Be able to handle quotes and PO - Negotiate Sourced Product Costs, Minimum Order Quantity, Lead Times and Delivery Schedules with US/Chinese suppliers. - Should possess excellent problem-solving skills & communication skills - Self-motivated with strong sense of urgency - Individual must be proficient in Excel and comfortable working with a team. If you meet the requirements. Please answer the following screening questions in your cover letter. 1. Have you done sourcing jobs from the past, particularly looking for a supplier of a particular item? If yes, please elaborate. 2. Do you have some knowledge in RFQ/PO? 3. Do you have experience/knowledge in sourcing product from the USA/ China? If yes, please elaborate.
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Hello there, I am Alexander. I live and work in China as a freelancer sourcing agent. I have been a sourcing agent for the past 4 years. And I have shipped to most countries in South and North America.
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Hello, Thanks for the invitation to bid on your project. The project description has been given a careful read; and my answers are as follows: 1. Yes, I have. The links to some are: https://www.freelancer.com/projects/supplier-sourcing/find-supplier-10182823/: suppliers of specified gym products https://www.freelancer.com/projects/manufacturing/find-manufacturer-wholesale-supplier/: suppliers of original international branded cosmetics factories in China https://www.freelancer.com/projects/manufacturing/find-supplier-8930676/: suppliers of lubricating eye drops and eye gels in USA and Canada 2. Yes I have some knowledge of RFQ. Some of the projects I have worked on required communicating with suppliers on RFPs, MOQ although I have not made a PO previously. 3. Yes, I do. As a smart and detail oriented freelancer who is continually open to learning, I believe I am the best fit for your project. I am self starter; able to deliver top-notch service with little or no supervision (as long as expected results are clearly stated and communicated), native English speaker, proficient in Excel and most definitely understand teamwork and its importance to achieving organizational objectives. I am available to start immediately and would look forward to discussing further with you and eventually working with you on this project. Thank You
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What I have: 1. Fluent English, both in oral and written 2. Over 10 years in sourcing, buying and business exploiting 3. Quiet and calm characteristics, smart in negotiation 4. Honest, loyal and contented, the one you can relay on 100%. 5. Willing to learning and addicted to new product analysis What I am skilled at: 1. Product learning 2. Supplier sourcing 3. Price negotiating 4. Shipping handling What fields I have been in and what I got sources already: 1. Apparel and textile 2. Chemical Raw materials 3. FMCG: Cosmetic, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Sanitary Napkin, Battery, Detergent and others 4. LED lights 5. Packaginging and Printing 6. Construction materials: Steel, aluminum, plastics (PC, PVC, Acrylic) 7. Sports: skateboard, swing, kayak, surf board, SUP What I can do for you: 1. Sourcing all suppliers from China, price comparison, sample collection and testing, factory inspection and picking out the most suitable supplier for you 2. Order arrangement, Goods inspection, and Shipping to your door 3. Go to fairs ,find out the trends for you, meet suppliers and maintain the relationship 4. Arrange your trip to China, to be your PA in China 5. Help to solves other issues in China In one word, you just need to tell what you want and I would find the most suitable goods with the best price, arrange everything, and then send to your door.
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Dear Sir, I would like to answer the initial screening question. 1. Have you done sourcing jobs from the past, particularly looking for a supplier of a particular item? If yes, please elaborate. - I have been working in Vendor Development & Global Sourcing profile for Electronic components , PCB and finished product sourcing since last 6 years with experience mainly working with OEM and EMS. 2. Do you have some knowledge in RFQ/PO? - Yes, I do have knowledge of RFQ/RFP/RFI/Bid/Auction and Purchase order. 3. Do you have experience/knowledge in sourcing product from the USA/ China? If yes, please elaborate. - Yes, All 6 years I have worked with only Chinese and USA suppliers Mainly from Entire China and north american vendors for electronic components. Familiar with basic China cost modeling and dealing modes .
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Hi Already I m working with a oil n gas company in which we are sourcing material worldwide right from us to Korea Malaysia n gulf so I believe the profile suits me well Relevant Skills and Experience Working in procurement feild from past 2 yrs with petronash Chennai Vendor sourcing RFQ collection Order finalizing Inspection arrangment Vendor performance Expediting for material
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I had a good experience in sourcing the products like Oil& Gas and Marine Industries . i have been sourcing from US, Netherlands, China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, India. I'm a good negotiator . I have good experience in RFQ, Quotations, Po's and Invoices and follow ups with Suppliers & customers and freight forwarders until complete the delivery. I had a experience to buy Air Compressors, Fire Extinguishers ,Life jackets, Medical oxygen kits, Hydraulic valves, screws, nuts from US & China.
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K.B Global Partners is a U.K based business that acts as intermediaries for b2b cross-boarder transactions. Few sourcing jobs this month include souring Chinese health supplements buyers, Indian car parts manufacturers and Ginger buyers in Europe. These souring jobs require RFQ as standard to get the best prices for our clients. Please contact me so we can discuss your requirements further. thanks
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1. Have you done sourcing jobs from the past, particularly looking for a supplier of a particular item? If yes, please elaborate. I have been in the sourcing business for more than 10 years, product such as apperals/furniture/promotinal gift/electronic products etc. 2. Do you have some knowledge in RFQ/PO? Yes, I am managing an alibaba seller account for my friend, I have knowledge in RFQ/PO. 3. Do you have experience/knowledge in sourcing product from the USA/ China? If yes, please elaborate. Yes, I have. Not only for sourcing but order processing, quality control as well as the shipping arrangement.
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Proficient in English- Yes Live in Northern Part of India- A qualified Engineer - Have prior experience in product sourcing/ purchasing- I worked with Andritz Hydro in Project Purchasing of Balance of Plant Equipment and vendor development. - Be able to handle quotes and PO- Yes It is our prime task. - Negotiate Sourced Product Costs, Minimum Order Quantity, Lead Times and Delivery Schedules with US/Chinese suppliers.-Yes Please we did such activities with European and Chinese suppliers - Should possess excellent problem-solving skills & communication skills- Yes Please - Self-motivated with strong sense of urgency- Yes - Individual must be proficient in Excel and comfortable working with a team.- Yes If you meet the requirements. Please answer the following screening questions in your cover letter. 1. Have you done sourcing jobs from the past, particularly looking for a supplier of a particular item? If yes, please elaborate.-I was working with Andritz Hydro and Isgec Heavy Engineering Limited as Manager Project Purchasing and vendor development 2. Do you have some knowledge in RFQ/PO?- Yes conversion of PR to PO using SAP- Preparation of COQs for Landed cost calculations. 3. Do you have experience/knowledge in sourcing product from the USA/ China? If yes, please elaborate.- China - Yes. Europe - Yes USA- No
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I have 5.8 years experience in sourcing and procurement and worked with US teams for sourcing in my previous job.
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Hi! Im very tallented and experienced sourcing specialist, and as Im new in this community, Im willing to low my rate in order to learn how it works. Regarding to the questions: 1. I have been sourcing for the last 10 years. Some times knowing the supplier and other times searching and performing precalifications to assure the supplier compliance. 2. I have handle many request for quotation, evaluations, negotiations and purchase orders, for differents disciplines and ammounts. 3. I have purchase materials and equipments from mining suppliers of USA. From China, I have just made quotations, evaluations and recommendations.
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Hi, I have over 8 years working experience into procurement, sourcing, vendor management & contract management. Hoping to work together soon:) Regards, Mani Relevant Skills and Experience 8+ years experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, contract negotiation & vendor management. Used tools like SAP, Ariba, people soft..etc
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I am oil and gas broker with many years of experience in procurement and also work in AGRO commodities market as sourcing agent Relevant Skills and Experience Purchasing prowess,sourcing and procurement agent
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1. yes, i've sourcing for fashion retail / garment, shoes, watches, bag, belt etc. 2. yes 3. yes, in china
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Hi this is Hitesh from India. I have 7 years of experience in sourcing various parts from various countries. I have knowledge of purchase order, request for quotation, shipping inco terms, negotiation, minimum order quantity, technical scrutiny of Product, specifications comparison, manufacturing process knowledge of Mechanical parts. I have sourced parts from China, Germany, hongkong and Singapore. I can handle various commodities like mechanical, plastic, rubber, casting, forging, catalogue parts, hardware and electro mechanical parts etc. please feel free to discuss with me.
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Hello, I am applying on this post as a Buyer/product Sourcing Agent, here are the answers for your question: 1) Yes i did, I have been working as a buyer & product sourcing for IP and CCTV Security Cameras based in China and Europe. Yes i have a solid knowledge and little experience in RFQ AND RFP. 3) Yes i am familiar with Chinese Markets specially on electronic products, and a little experience in USA markets. Please note i am interested and looking forward to discuss all details with you. I will be waiting your positive reply. Thank you O. Esmail
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Hi! 1. I have worked in global top 500 company ABB as an sourcing Engineer,that we're looking for the supplier in China with good quality and price. I had searched for the plastic, electronical, machining materials etc. 2. I had done many rounds of RFQ with new supplier and current supplier during develop new material or negotiate for the annual cost saving target. I assist to place the PO to supplier and track the OTD in daily work. 3. I had experience in sourcing supplier in China/India/Thailand/Italy/Germany. most of them are medium factory. some of them are huge one such as Tyco/Pheonix/Johnson Electronics.
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hi, I am currently products manager in China factory (Hong Kong based company, with China factory). I have lots of experience in product development and source. I handle most of the suppliers and components sourcing for product development. English and Chinese are our main communication language. I hope I could help you.
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Hello, I'm extensively dealing with product sourcing from china in construction machinery, building material and etc. I'm working with state owned companies and can offer great management and prices Relevant Skills and Experience RFQ preparation or bid document preparation is something I already do on daily Basis. Furthermore I can offer you inspection also Which will give you more trust and transparency giving you confidence
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Becouse I've been working with a company that is at China, working in Mexico for them, as designer and purchasing the samples and materials also to manufature fashion stuffs.
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