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I’m looking for an experienced China-based sourcing and procurement professional with strong experience in commercial / contract furniture. I founded and operated Argentina’s first coworking company for 17 years and am now building Hello Dedicated Managed Offices in Buenos Aires. Furniture and FF&E will be a recurring procurement requirement as we develop new offices. I’ll be in China in early September 2026. We will spend approximately 2.5 days in Guangdong after arriving through Hong Kong, followed by several days in Shanghai for CIFF Shanghai and Furniture China. I want to meet and work in person with a small number of sourcing professionals during the trip. In Guangdong, the initial paid assignment would be approximately one full day. I would expect the sourcing professional to recommend and arrange visits to at least two relevant manufacturers, accompany us to the factories, help evaluate the suppliers and products, support technical and commercial discussions, and give me an independent assessment afterward. In Shanghai, I may hire a sourcing professional for a paid half-day or full day at one of the furniture fairs to help identify and screen manufacturers, compare products and specifications, ask the right commercial questions, and determine which suppliers are worth pursuing. Initial categories include: • Commercial-grade ergonomic task chairs • Commercial vinyl / SPC flooring • Desks and workstations • Acoustic products • Office pods / phone booths • Meeting and collaboration furniture • Lounge / hospitality furniture I am looking for buyer-side procurement judgment, not simply translation or a trading company. Strong English and Mandarin are important. Experience with factory visits, supplier qualification, negotiation, quality control and commercial / contract furniture is strongly preferred. If we work well together, this could develop into a long-term China-side sourcing and procurement relationship for future Hello office projects.
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Nice to see your project on the platform. I have experience of purchasing furnitures and the suppliers are still connected, you may see some furniture inspection projects in my portfolios. I live in Shunde, which famous for its furniture industry, if your visiting address is Lecong, Longjiang, i think i'll be the best one as your guide. I familiar with Foshan, Zhongshan, Jiangmen, Guangzhou, Dongguan, Shenzhen city, if you already have a visiting plan, i can arrange your travelling very well to save time and money. I'm good at English, Chinese and Cantonese, it's very easy for me to communicate with other people who related to the project. If you award me the project, and send me specfic product requirements, i will try to source each item 2-3 suppliers before your landing, so that once you arrive in China you can decide which supplier you want to visit, so that to save time. My quotation includes supplier sourcing before landing, 1 day accompany, onsite translation, onsite price negotation, sample follow-up within 2 months. If you consider me suitable, please leave me message, thanks
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Hi this is lexie ye from china, i am intetested in this project would like to Introduce myself here to work for you. 1 I have more than 10 years, so experience about five years to in the furniture industry. Almost every year I'll go to the shang hai ciff in September To look for a new furniture for my customer.
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Hi, I’m a great fit for this role. With over 20 years of sourcing experience and having managed a large supplier network, I bring deep expertise to the table. I also own my own sourcing company, Dunlighten International. Feel free to explore. Thanks.
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Hi I have a deep understanding of China Furniture Sourcing & Procurement — Guangdong Factory Visits + Shanghai Fairs. I am reaching out to you as a seasoned Merchant Exporter and sourcing agent based in India, eager to offer my expertise in your upcoming export/import venture. With an extensive background spanning seven years in this field, I have successfully facilitated the export of goods worth millions of dollars to various destinations. Allow me to assist you in your project, [Project Title]. I am confident in my ability to secure the finest prices without compromising on product quality. Drawing from my wealth of experience, I possess the necessary knowledge and skills to navigate the complexities of the international market. Should you choose to engage my services, you can expect dedication, professionalism, and meticulous attention to detail throughout the entirety of our collaboration. I understand the nuances of the export/import industry and will strive to deliver optimal outcomes for your business. I would be delighted to discuss your requirements further and provide you with tailored solutions to meet your specific needs. Please do not hesitate to contact me at your earliest convenience. Thank you for considering my services, and I look forward to the opportunity of working together. Warm regards, Naseeb
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Hello, Your project is a strong match for my procurement and sourcing experience. I can support you as a buyer-side procurement professional, not simply as a translator or trading company. I have hands-on experience in supplier sourcing, RFQs, quotation comparison, commercial negotiation, vendor evaluation, purchase coordination and supplier management. I focus on evaluating suppliers based on quality, pricing, production capability, MOQ, lead time, payment terms, certifications and reliability. For your Guangdong visit, I can help shortlist relevant manufacturers in advance, arrange and accompany factory visits, evaluate production capabilities and products, support technical/commercial discussions, negotiate where appropriate, and provide an independent supplier comparison afterward. For CIFF/Furniture China in Shanghai, I can help identify and screen suitable manufacturers, compare products/specifications, ask the right commercial questions and shortlist suppliers worth pursuing. I understand that your requirement is for commercial/contract-grade furniture and recurring FF&E procurement, so my focus would be on finding reliable long-term suppliers rather than simply the lowest price. I’d be very interested in turning the initial assignment into a long-term China sourcing and procurement relationship as your managed-office projects expand. I’d be happy to discuss your target categories, specifications and September itinerary. Best regards, Prashant
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good morning , this is niaz china sourcing expert , having strong experience to source furnitures such as front desk, doors, boots, chairs and tables ,windows. i am physically based in china and fluent in advance level chinese, i am interested in your project, and visit with you in person when you arrive to china, i have driving license as well if you have multiple visits with in day i can arrange rent a car and cover your all visits as quick as we can. Thank you
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Hi, Your Guangdong schedule caught my attention. With only around 2.5 days in the region, I’d focus on identifying a small number of manufacturers that are genuinely worth visiting, rather than simply filling the schedule with factory tours. I’m a China-based sourcing and procurement freelancer. I’ve sourced custom wigs, underwater thrusters and thermal paper from Chinese suppliers, including supplier comparison, specification confirmation and price negotiation. For one thermal paper project, I compared supplier quotations and negotiated the final price down from $12,800 to $11,264, saving $1,536. For your Guangdong visit, I’d shortlist suitable manufacturers before you arrive, arrange the factory visits, and help compare their products, capabilities, specifications and commercial terms on site. I can also handle the supplier-side discussions around pricing and other key commercial points, then give you my independent assessment of which suppliers are worth pursuing. At CIFF Shanghai and Furniture China, I’d use the same approach to quickly filter exhibitors and focus your time on manufacturers with real potential for future projects. I’d be happy to start with the Guangdong assignment and let the first project determine whether we build a longer-term sourcing relationship. Which category would you like to prioritize for the first Guangdong visit? Best, Jack
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Hello, my name is Yann from Guangzhou, China. I’m currently in Foshan, China’s renowned home furnishing hub. I have solid hands‑on experience in sourcing and factory coordination, covering sampling, purchasing, quality inspection, goods receiving and shipment arrangement. I can first identify qualified manufacturers matching your requirements, then shortlist suitable factories for your site visits. I would greatly appreciate this opportunity to work with you. Thank you.
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Navigating the furniture sourcing landscape in China can be challenging, especially when trying to find reliable manufacturers and quality products. If not handled carefully, you risk wasting time and resources on suppliers that don’t meet your needs. This could impact your project timeline and budget significantly. I can streamline your sourcing process by leveraging my local knowledge and connections. I will ensure that you visit manufacturers that align with your requirements, facilitating meaningful discussions to evaluate quality and suitability. My approach will help you make informed decisions, saving time and ensuring you get the best value for your investment. I have successfully completed similar projects, ensuring client satisfaction with ongoing revisions until the desired outcome is achieved. I understand the importance of building a long-term relationship for future projects. What specific ergonomic chair features are you prioritizing? Also, do you have a budget range for the products you want to source?
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Dear Client, You need a buyer-side sourcing pro—not a translator. That's me. I have cross-border project management experience in international procurement and global trade. I know how to align specs, budgets, and timelines across markets. At the Shanghai fairs, I will plan a targeted walk-through, evaluate products, probe suppliers on MOQ, pricing, lead time, and compliance, and separate real manufacturers from resellers. You leave with a shortlist, not business cards. I offer strong negotiation skills (10–20% cost savings), trade show logistics expertise, fluency in English and Mandarin, and independent judgment—I work for you, not suppliers. I tailor my service to your categories: chairs, flooring, pods, acoustic, lounge, or others. If we work well, I would be your ongoing China sourcing partner for future Hello projects—no relearning, just reliable execution. Looking forward to your Shanghai dates.
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I'm a sourcing procurement expert from China with ten years of experience in the industry. I currently have a full team to assist foreign clients with purchasing in China, including sourcing experts, translators, and logistics professionals. If you need it, I can introduce my team to you - they can help you save time and money.
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Hi, I’m based in Shanghai and can support your China visit in September, including supplier screening, factory/fair visits, commercial discussions and independent supplier evaluation. My background includes product and supplier management, China sourcing, export business and cross-border projects. I’ve worked on the buyer/business side rather than as a trading agent, so I focus on whether a supplier actually makes commercial sense — quality, specifications, pricing, MOQ, production capability, lead time and long-term reliability. I can pre-screen suppliers, coordinate meetings, accompany you during factory and fair visits, support Mandarin/English discussions, and provide an independent assessment afterward. While my background is broader than commercial furniture specifically, I’m experienced in evaluating suppliers and products from a commercial and procurement perspective. I’m available in Shanghai in early September and can also travel to Guangdong with advance scheduling. I suggest structuring the engagement around pre-visit supplier screening plus paid on-site days, with travel expenses outside Shanghai handled separately. Best, Angel
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