LI W.
China Sourcing Agent - OEM ODM Factories, QC and Shipping Specialist
I've helped 40+ clients source products from Chinese factories across 10+ industries fitness equipment, apparel, baby clothing, electronics, sports gear, and more. $90K+ earned on Upwork with a 100% Job Success Score and Top Rated Plus status. Before Upwork, I managed the entire supply chain for a European e-commerce company for 4 years coordinating up to 20 containers per month during peak periods. I also co-founded a sourcing agency based in Zhuhai, China, where I've built a network of verified manufacturers across Guangdong and beyond. I'm not just a middleman. I'm your on-the-ground partner in China. What I do for you: ✅ Factory sourcing & comparison I identify 3-5 suppliers, compare pricing, MOQs, and capabilities so you get the best deal ✅ Price & terms negotiation I secure the lowest unit cost and favorable payment terms on your behalf ✅ Sample management I collect, inspect, and ship samples to you with a detailed evaluation report ✅ On-site factory audits I visit factories in person to verify legitimacy, production capacity, and quality standards ✅ Production follow-up Daily contact with suppliers to monitor deadlines, solve issues, and keep your order on track ✅ Quality inspection I arrange third-party QC before shipment so nothing leaves China without your approval ✅ Shipping & logistics DAP, DDP, LCL, FCL I negotiate the best rates with freight forwarders and handle all documentation How I work my 6-step process: 1. You tell me what you need (product specs, target price, quantity) 2. I research and shortlist 3-5 verified suppliers within 48-72 hours 3. I collect samples, evaluate quality, and send you a comparison report 4. You pick the winner I negotiate final pricing and terms 5. I monitor production daily and coordinate a final QC inspection 6. I arrange shipping at the best available rate you receive your goods Why clients choose me over other sourcing agents: → 10+ years living and working in China I know how Chinese suppliers operate, negotiate, and think → Trilingual (English, Chinese, French) zero miscommunication with your suppliers → MBA + real supply chain experience I managed 20 containers/month, not just Alibaba searches → On-the-ground in Guangdong I visit factories in person, I don't just send emails → 100% Job Success, Top Rated Plus every single client has been satisfied Industries I've sourced for: Fitness equipment | Work uniforms & apparel | Baby clothing | Electronics & GaN chargers | Sports equipment | Powerbanks | Water bottles | Carbon fiber products | and more Ready to start? Send me a message with your product idea or specs. I'll give you a realistic price range and sourcing plan within 24 hours no commitment.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $25k
Billed in all: $132,458$132k
$2.5k in the last 6 months
Across 18 contracts
Across 85 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 0.96% in Alibaba Sourcing
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