How do I get in touch with Chinese manufacturers?
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How do I get in touch with Chinese manufacturers?
Where Do I Start?
- Your industry trade association.
- Recommendations from business contacts and online or offline networking groups.
- Online directories of overseas manufacturers, such as Global Sources and Alibaba.
- Your nearest Small Business Development Center (SBDC) or SCORE office.
- International trade shows.
How do I get companies contacts?
How to Find Contacts at the Companies You Want to Work
- Create a Target List.
- List Companies and Find Contacts.
- Finding Names Within Target Companies.
- How To Use LinkedIn to Find Contacts.
- Find Contacts Through Your Alumni Network.
- Use Social Networks to Find Contacts.
- Search for People on Twitter.
- Search Facebook by Employer.
How do I get something custom made in China?
Here’s how to source custom parts from China in small quantities and on a dime.
- Step 1: Organize 3D part files and notes.
- Step 2: Create bids.
- Step 3: Negotiate sample fees & order samples.
- Step 4: Before samples ship, get a 9-photo digital sample.
- Step 5: Analyze samples and choose supplier.
Where can I find suppliers in China?
How to find suppliers in China
- Check Online directories.
- Alibaba. Alibaba is the largest and most commonly used marketplace to find suppliers in China.
- Network with people who’ve done it before.
- Visit Trade shows & webinars.
- Local trade shows.
- Request for samples.
- Enquire about production times.
- Minimum order quantities.
How do I find marketing contacts?
Consider many sources of contact data, including:
- Your existing data – currently living in your CRM, Marketing Automation, or ERP systems.
- Desk research – manually scraping or compiling contacts from sources such as LinkedIn, media or event websites, industry forums, and social media channels.