What Is a China Sourcing Agent and Do You Actually Need One?

China sourcing agent meeting with ecommerce brand owner to review supplier documents in Guangzhou office

A China sourcing agent is a professional or company based in China that acts as your local representative in the country  finding factories, negotiating prices, managing quality inspections, and coordinating shipping on your behalf. That’s the textbook definition. But here’s the honest answer most guides won’t give you: for a significant share of ecommerce brands, […]