Maximize profit margins:
Even if a friend had a positive experience with the supplier, their prices may not be competitive with other suppliers in the market. A sourcing agent can help to compare prices and negotiate the best possible deal for your business. For example: Let's say that you are an ecommerce business owner looking to import a new line of products from China. You have found a supplier that was recommended to you by a friend and you think their prices are reasonable, so you decide to place an order directly with the supplier.
After receiving the products, you realize that the quality is not as good as you were expecting and you've also incurred unexpected shipping costs and import duties. You end up having to sell the products at a lower price than you had originally planned, resulting in a lower profit margin than you had hoped for.
Now, let's say that instead of going directly to the supplier, you had hired a sourcing agent. The sourcing agent would have helped you to find the best supplier for your specific business needs, negotiated the best possible deal on your behalf, and ensured that the products met your quality standards.
As a result, you would have received high-quality products at a lower cost, with fewer unexpected expenses. This would have allowed you to sell the products at a higher price, resulting in a higher profit margin and a more successful outcome for your business.
Overall, hiring a China buying agent can help to maximize your profit margins by ensuring that you are getting the best value for your money and minimizing unexpected expenses that can eat into your profits.
Remark: consulting with them is free of charge and customer-friendly.