Packaging Supplies Sourcing Expert Required

Alibaba Product Sourcing Specialist – Packaging Supplies (Boxes, Wrapping Paper, Tape)

**Description:**

Hello! I am looking for an experienced **product sourcing specialist** to help me find reliable suppliers on **Alibaba** (or other major Chinese B2B platforms) for packaging products. You will be responsible for identifying quality suppliers, communicating with them, collecting quotes, comparing options, and providing a clear summary of the best choices.

**Products to Source:**

1. **Packing Boxes**

* Quantity: 5 boxes (initial order)
* Size: **13 x 13 x 13 cm**
* Material: Cardboard / corrugated preferred
* With/without printed logo (will share logo image)

2. **Wrapping Paper**

* Quantity: **100 pcs**
* Size: around **70 x 50 cm** (or similar large size)
* Material: kraft / decorative wrapping paper acceptable

3. **Wrapping Tape**

* Quantity: Few rolls (please advise typical roll length, width & type)

**Your Responsibilities:**
Search Alibaba (and other recommended platforms if relevant) for suitable suppliers.
Shortlist at least **3–5 suppliers per product** with strong ratings & good communication.
Contact suppliers and request quotes based on required specs.
Confirm **minimum order quantities (MOQs)**, pricing, packaging options, logo printing options, customization, lead times, and shipping costs to **Sohar, Oman**.
Compare payment terms, shipping methods (air vs sea), estimated delivery time, and additional costs (duties/taxes, packaging fees, etc.).
Provide a concise **summary report** with supplier profiles, price breakdown tables, pros/cons, and your recommendation.

**Information I Will Provide:**
Images of the products and logo files (to help with supplier communication).

**Deliverables:**
A well-organized summary (Google Sheet / Excel + written summary) including:

* Supplier name & Alibaba store link
* Product specs & MOQ
* Price per unit (FOB/CIF)
* Lead time (production + shipping)
* Shipping cost to Sohar, Oman
* Supplier response quality
* Any customization costs
* Final recommendation ranking

**Ideal Candidate:**
Experienced with Alibaba / B2B sourcing
Good English communication skills
Detail-oriented and able to negotiate or clarify details with suppliers
Able to deliver quickly and professionally

**Timeline:**
Please quote estimated turnaround time for research and report.

**Budget:**
Please include your proposed budget along with the bid.