How to Find a Handbag Manufacturer in China

If you want to build up your bag business and have no idea how to get start, here are some tips for find bag manufacturer. While you sourcing the bag manufacturers all over the Internet, it seems you have many choice, thousands of manufacturers. But is it true that you can easily find the right one?

 

Well, choosing the right manufacturer involves much more than scanning a series of price lists. Your choice will depend on a wide range of factors such as value for money, quality, reliability and service. How you weigh up the importance of these different factors will be based on your business’ priorities and strategy.

A strategic approach to choosing suppliers can also help you to understand how your own potential customers weigh up their purchasing decisions.

Price is important, but it shouldn’t be the only reason you choose a supplier. Lower prices may reflect poorer quality goods and services which, in the long run, may not be the most cost effective option. Be confident that your supplier can make a sufficient margin at the price quoted for the business to be commercially viable.

GETTING THE RIGHT MANUFACTURER FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Know your needs

Make sure you know what you need. Don’t be tempted by sales pitches that don’t match your requirements. Understand the difference to your business between a strategic supplier, who provides goods or services that are essential to your business – such as high-value materials – and non-strategic suppliers who provide low-value materials. You will need to spend much more time selecting and managing the former group than the latter.

Spend time on research

Choosing the right suppliers is essential for your business. Don’t try to save time by place order from the first supplier you find that may be suitable.

Ask around

People or other businesses with first-hand experience of suppliers can give you useful advice.

Credit check potential suppliers

It’s always worth making sure your supplier has sufficiently strong cash flow to deliver what you want, when you need it. A credit check will also help reassure you that they won’t go out of business when you need them most.

Price isn’t everything

Other factors are equally important when choosing a supplier – reliability and speed, for example. If you buy cheaply but persistently let down your customers as a result, they’ll start to look elsewhere.

Agree on service levels before you start

It’s a good idea to agree on service levels before you start trading so you know what to expect from your supplier – and they know what to expect from you. See our guide on how to manage your suppliers.

Don’t place order from too many suppliers…

It will be easier for you to manage – and probably more cost-effective – if you limit the number of sources you buy from. This is particularly the case with low value-added suppliers.

…but don’t have just a single supplier

It’s always worth having an alternative supply source ready to help in difficult times. This is particularly important with regard to suppliers strategic to your business’ success.

 

WHAT YOU SHOULD LOOK FOR IN A SUPPLIER

Reliability   Remember – if they let you down, you may let your customer down.

Quality   The quality of your supplies needs to be consistent – your customers associate poor quality with you, not your suppliers.

Value for money  The lowest price is not always the best value for money. If you want reliability and quality from your suppliers, you’ll have to decide how much you’re willing to pay for your supplies and the balance you want to strike between cost, reliability, quality and service.

Strong service and clear communication  You need your suppliers to deliver on time, or to be honest and give you plenty of warning if they can’t. The best suppliers will want to talk with you regularly to find out what needs you have and how they can serve you better.

Financial security  It’s always worth making sure your supplier has sufficiently strong cash flow to deliver what you want, when you need it. A credit check will help reassure you that they won’t go out of business when you need them most.

A partnership approach  A strong relationship will benefit both sides. You want your suppliers to acknowledge how important your business is to them, so they make every effort to provide the best service possible. And you’re more likely to create this response by showing your supplier how important they are to your business.

 

Tips:

1.        Online directories: Websites such as Alibaba, Global Sources, and Made-in-China allow you to search for manufacturers based on your specific needs and location. You can also read reviews and check the credentials of the manufacturers listed.

2.        Trade shows: Attending trade shows such as the Canton Fair or the Hong Kong International Trade Show can give you the opportunity to meet with multiple manufacturers in person and see their products first hand.

3.        Check their website: Most manufacturers have a website that showcases their products, capabilities, and customer service. This can give you an idea of their quality and level of expertise. Before selecting a manufacturer, make sure to ask for samples, check their production capacity, and verify their quality control processes. It's also important to ensure that they are able to comply with any regulations or standards that apply to your product.  

 

Hope you can find your right manufacturer with above tips.

 

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