Procurement & Sourcing Assistant (Alibaba / China Sourcing / Remote)

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TYPE OF WORK

Part Time

SALARY

$800-1000/m

HOURS PER WEEK

20

DATE UPDATED

Apr 1, 2026

JOB OVERVIEW

About Us:
We are an Australian-based eCommerce and product company working across multiple brands in areas such as kitchenware, outdoor living, and consumer goods. We are looking for a reliable Procurement Assistant to support our sourcing and supplier management, mainly from China.

Your Role

You will be responsible for end-to-end sourcing, from finding suppliers to negotiating terms and managing samples.

Key Responsibilities:
Source products and suppliers using Alibaba and similar platforms
Compare suppliers based on price, MOQ, lead time, and quality
Send inquiries (RFQs) and communicate professionally with suppliers
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and production timelines
Arrange and manage sample orders and evaluations
Prepare comparison reports and recommendations
Understand and apply Incoterms (EXW, FOB, CIF, DDP, etc.)
Coordinate shipping and basic logistics requirements
Maintain supplier database and sourcing records
Continuously look for better suppliers and cost improvements
Requirements:
Minimum 3 years experience in sourcing/procurement
Strong experience with Alibaba sourcing
Good understanding of international shipping & Incoterms
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
Ability to manage multiple suppliers and tasks independently
Nice to Have:
Experience sourcing from China
Experience in kitchenware, BBQ, outdoor, or consumer products
Basic quality control knowledge
What We Offer:
Long-term stable role
Work with an experienced Australian team
Opportunity to grow with the business
Performance-based bonuses
How to Apply (IMPORTANT):

To apply, you must complete the Self-Assessment Form below and send it together with your CV.

Applications without this form will NOT be considered.


Copy, answer, and submit this:

Procurement & Sourcing Self-Assessment

Full Name:

Email
:
Years of Experience in Procurement/Sourcing:

1. Alibaba & Sourcing Experience

Rate your experience:

Alibaba sourcing: (None / Basic / Intermediate / Advanced)
Finding new suppliers: (None / Basic / Intermediate / Advanced)
Supplier comparison & evaluation: (None / Basic / Intermediate / Advanced)

Briefly explain your experience:

2. Supplier Communication & Negotiation

Rate your experience:

Contacting suppliers & RFQs: (None / Basic / Intermediate / Advanced)
Negotiation (price, MOQ, terms): (None / Basic / Intermediate / Advanced)

Example: Describe one negotiation you handled:

3. Product Research & Analysis
Experience in comparing multiple suppliers and selecting the best one:
(None / Basic / Intermediate / Advanced)

How do you d ---------- which supplier is best?

4. Sample Handling
Experience with sample ordering and evaluation:
(None / Basic / Intermediate / Advanced)

Explain your process:

5. Shipping & Incoterms Knowledge

Rate your knowledge:


6. Reporting & Organization
Experience preparing supplier comparison reports:
(None / Basic / Intermediate / Advanced)

What tools do you use? (Excel, Google Sheets, etc.)

7. Attention to Detail

Give an example of a mistake in sourcing that could cost money and how you avoid it:

8. English Communication
Written English: (Basic / Good / Very Good / Excellent)
Spoken English: (Basic / Good / Very Good / Excellent)
9. Availability
Available hours per week:
Can you overlap with Australian time? (Yes/No)
10. Expected Salary (IMPORTANT)

Monthly expected salary (PHP):

11. Why Should We Hire You?

NOTE: Only applicants who complete this checklist will be reviewed.



We’re looking for someone serious, experienced, and ready to grow with us.

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