SinaFirst Limited

If the scope expands, the workflow must stay clean

Client location: West Africa
Logistics mode: FCA, LCL, AWB
Project title: Branded promo items, equipment and supplies

Objective: End-to-end purchasing management in China. A single point of contact on the ground. Shipment handover under the client’s instructions. One invoice covering all purchases.

Purchase list

Branded promo items

calendars, pens, notebooks, bags, mouse pads.
Optical store equipment

lensmeter, optical display/storage units, stands.
Interior and décor materials

decorative films, panels, plinths, artificial grass.
Lighting and equipment

indoor/outdoor lights, fans, and office equipment.

Intro

The client wanted to order branded promo items for their business from China and asked us to manage the purchases end-to-end. While the first order was in progress, the client sent additional requests with different shipping and commercial terms.

Service scope

Source reliable suppliers
Manage supplier workflow and branding approvals
Arrange samples, perform on-site checks, and confirm the final set
Place orders and handle payments
Consolidate goods at one warehouse on site in China
Arrange air shipment handover
Manage local logistics and arrange FCA handover to the client’s transport agent in China
Arrange sea freight handover under the client’s instructions

Results

All orders were managed end-to-end and shipped from China under the client’s instructions. For air shipments, the AWB copy was provided after dispatch. For sea freight, the sub-BL was issued as instructed and provided to the client after sailing.