A China sourcing agent who finds the supplier, not just a link.
A China sourcing agent to find suppliers, negotiate pricing, vet samples, manage shipping and connect suppliers to your store, hourly, with no minimum order.
What a sourcing agent takes off your plate.
Suppliers ghost after the deposit
No one is vetting the factory before money moves.
Samples never match the listing
What arrives isn't what was agreed.
Shipping costs are a surprise
Freight quotes come in after the order is already placed.
Tasks your sourcing agent handles every week.
Your sourcing agent works directly with manufacturers and trading companies, not just marketplace listings. As a product sourcing service, this covers supplier vetting, sample review, price negotiation and connecting the supplier to your store or dropshipping supplier feed.
China sourcing agent: supplier search
Manufacturers and trading companies found and shortlisted for your product.
Price negotiation
Unit price, minimum order quantity and terms negotiated on your behalf.
Sample review
Samples ordered and checked against your spec before you commit.
Dropshipping supplier setup
A dropshipping supplier connected to your store feed, with agreed fulfilment times.
Shipping coordination
Freight options compared and shipments tracked to arrival.
Quality checks
Production batches spot-checked before they ship.
From sign-up to a working sourcing agent the same day.
Tell us the work
A short call or form: your tasks, tools and time zone.
Meet your VA today
We match a vetted sourcing agent from our standby pool. No recruiting wait.
Track it in your portal
Watch tasks move to done, see hours used, and chat with your VA. A team lead reviews every task.
Sourcing agent pricing, from $5.62/hr.
The same rates apply to every service. Unused hours roll over on every plan.
Forever Free: 1 hour of real work every month for a $1 platform fee. New registrations only.
Start for $1Monthly blocks from 3 to 60 hours. Or pay-as-you-go at $12/hr, hours never expire.
See all blocksYour own full-time sourcing agent: 3 hours a month, $5.62/hr. Part-time 80 hours: $500.
Get a dedicated VABuilt for ecommerce and dropshipping sellers who need real suppliers.
Every sourcing agent is matched to your tools and time zone before the first hour is billed.
New ecommerce sellers
You know the product, not how to find a reliable factory.
Dropshipping stores scaling up
Marketplace suppliers are slow, and you need a direct relationship.
Brands wanting private label
Custom branding or packaging on an existing product.
“The professionalism and quality — even on the Forever Free plan — is a goldmine for small businesses.”
Questions about hiring a sourcing agent.
What does a China sourcing agent do?
Finds and vets suppliers, negotiates price and terms, reviews samples, and manages shipping and quality checks on your behalf.
Is there a minimum order to use a sourcing agent?
No. You pay for the hours worked, not a percentage of order value, so it works for a single test order or an ongoing supplier relationship.
How fast can my sourcing agent start?
The same day. We keep a standby pool of vetted VAs, so there is no recruiting wait on hourly, quarterly or dedicated plans.
Is my sourcing agent a real person?
Yes. Every sourcing agent is a trained human with expertise in this field. They use AI to work faster, then rewrite and check the output, so your work is original and never generic.
How do I get started and send tasks?
Register and pick a plan. New registrations can start for $1 a month, which adds one hour every month. Then send tasks through your client portal, by email, from your own CRM, or on WhatsApp.
How do I track the work?
Your client portal shows live task status, hours used and left, chat on each task, and every file and report in one place. A team lead reviews each task before it reaches you.
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What tasks can a sourcing agent handle?
A sourcing agent can handle china sourcing agent: supplier search, price negotiation, sample review, dropshipping supplier setup, shipping coordination, quality checks. Send tasks by portal, email, your own CRM or WhatsApp.
Which tools does a sourcing agent use?
A sourcing agent works in the tools you already use, such as Suppliers, Pricing, Samples, Dropshipping, Shipping, QC. You share access with limited permissions and remove it when the work ends.
How much does a sourcing agent cost per hour?
From $5.62 an hour on a full-time dedicated plan, which is 160 hours for $899 a month. Monthly hourly blocks start at $33 for 3 hours, and pay-as-you-go is $12 an hour for any number of hours. Monthly plans cost less per hour.
Is a sourcing agent worth it for a small business?
Yes, when repeat tasks take hours you would rather spend on sales or strategy. Start with one task and a small block of hours, review the work, then add more.
How do I know my sourcing agent is doing good work?
A team lead reviews every task before it reaches you. You also see task status, hours used and files in your client portal, and you can spot-check any item and send notes.
What happens if my sourcing agent is unavailable?
A standby sourcing agent from our pool steps in, so your work does not wait. You do not need to find a replacement yourself.
Can a sourcing agent work my hours in the US, UK, Canada, UAE, Australia or New Zealand?
Yes. Our team is based in Kerala, India, and shifts are planned to cover your working day. Tell us your hours and time zone at sign-up and we match them.
Can I try a sourcing agent before committing?
Yes. New registrations can start for $1 a month, which adds one hour every month. You can also buy pay-as-you-go hours at $12 an hour with no monthly commitment.
Do unused hours roll over?
Yes. Unused hours on our plans roll over, and pay-as-you-go hours never expire.
What is the difference between a sourcing agent and a freelancer?
A freelancer works alone, so your work stops when they are away. A sourcing agent from MyRemoteVA is part of a team: a team lead reviews the work and a standby person can step in.
More on hiring a sourcing agent.
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