What Makes a Good Sourcing Company

A good sourcing company assesses the client's needs and finds factories and suppliers that can best meet them, resulting in a purchase order. Companies and individuals want a sourcing company or agent to locate a company they can work with overseas. Cosmo and other reputable companies can also inspect a company in person and confirm that they can meet a company's needs.

In addition, Sourcing companies should be able to address ethical concerns, including working conditions and pollution. Cosmo will deliver a detailed report, including photos and copies of necessary licenses and certificates. Cosmo is committed to ensuring that our factories have decent working conditions and adhere to any environmental standards the client requests. We operate on the belief in a fully transparent supply chain.

Traditionally with sourcing companies, pay is on a commission basis–an average of 3-5% of the purchase order. At Cosmo, we offer a flat rate pricing plan for most items, designed especially for people who sell items on Amazon FBA (Fulfillment By Amazon). While it's a common practice for sourcing companies to hide their supplier's contact information, Cosmo offers transparency and the ability to pay the factory directly. This creates open communication because our fees are billed separately. By billing separately, you know the exact amount going to your supplier, and you can know that you are getting the best possible price.