Sourcing Agent
New York–based export and product-sourcing specialist with 15+ years of cross-border trade experience across Asia. I help small and mid-size businesses source quality suppliers that accept low minimum order quantities (MOQs), while managing the practical details of samples, quality inspection, export compliance, and logistics.
What I offer
Supplier sourcing and verification: Identify factories and manufacturers in Japan, China, India, and East Asia that match your product, quality, price, and MOQ requirements. Provide vetted supplier profiles and recommended next steps.
MOQ negotiation and sampling: Negotiate realistic MOQs, arrange rapid sample production and delivery, and manage sample evaluation so you can decide quickly.
Quality control and inspection: Arrange pre-shipment inspections and ongoing quality checks to ensure products meet agreed standards.
Export compliance and logistics: Handle documentation, customs requirements, and shipment coordination to minimize delays and avoid compliance risks.
Branding and packaging support: Advise on packaging, labeling, and small-batch branding options for entering Japanese and other Asian markets.
Japan-focused communication support: Translate and interpret between English and Japanese for documents and meetings, focusing on clear, context-sensitive meaning to avoid misunderstandings.
Project organization and advisory: Define scopes of work, structure requests, and organize information so Japanese partners can assess and respond efficiently.
How I work
I act as a specialist consultant facilitating introductions and communications; I am not a recruiter, agent, broker, or contracting party.
Contracts, terms, and payments are negotiated directly between the client and suppliers or partners.
I prioritize reliability, attention to detail, and practical flexibility to reduce risk, lower costs, and accelerate decisions.
When to contact me
You need verified suppliers in Japan or East Asia who accept low MOQs.
You want clear, practical translation and interpretation for Japan or Asia-related projects.
You need help structuring requests, evaluating candidates, or organizing cross-border communications to reduce cultural and language misunderstandings.
Contact me to organize information, clarify scopes, or facilitate introductions and communications for Japan- and Asia-related sourcing projects.
