Sourcing Service
With our own Deepwear offices / European and local teams presence in Australia, Portugal, Thailand, India, China & Turkey, we are able to source products and suppliers right across Europe and Asia.
We designed our sourcing service to help guide, counsel, and protect you in these areas.
We can source suppliers, products, fabrics, and handle any type of research operations needed for your fashion projects.
We can also establish reports for you to compare and analyze on different possibilities regarding all critical points in the process needed adapted to the country you want to operate from, including quotations, custom clearances, logistics, etc…
Most importantly we know that a great factory is more than just a shiny website and slick brochure, so we take great pride in working with a portfolio of trusted factories and suppliers who have all been audited in person by our team on the ground.
Our Sourcing service covers the following:
- Study client’s sourcing requirement /brief and create an appropriate sourcing strategy.
- Identify viable supplier(s) based on quality, cost & delivery requirements of the client.
- Review item information.
- Establish procurement plan.
- Supplier Short listing & Verification
- Create & issue RFQ (Request for Quotation) packages to suppliers.
- Negotiation: Using our multilingual negotiators and eliminating middlemen, we can often reduce prices by 5% to 50%.
- Convert received supplier quotation(s) to standardized form for review & approval by client.
- Obtain any Non-disclosure, or other necessary agreements, required to introduce and/or move business prospects forward with supplier(s).
- Provide client with product/ item/ factory quality reports.
For each customer brief, we analyze and identify the most suitable country and possibilities, ensuring the best possible results.
FAQ
What types of products does Deepwear source?
We source a wide range of fashion products, including clothing, accessories, jewelry, footwear, and homeware, thanks to our large network of manufacturers and suppliers around the world. Our team is also well-versed in sourcing high-quality products with the correct price and conditions.
Can Deepwear assist with finding and sourcing sustainable and eco-friendly materials and fabrics?
Absolutely! From organic cotton to recycled polyester, we’ve got a wide range of options that cater to a specific budget, and different needs and preferences. We also make it a priority to work only with factories that adhere to the highest standards of sustainability and ethical practices.
How does Deepwear ensure quality control for the products it sources?
Deepwear is committed to providing high-quality products to its customers. To ensure that this goal is met, we have implemented a robust quality control system. One of the key components of this system is the on-the-ground team that the company has established in different countries. Our teams are responsible for overseeing the production and sourcing of the products that Deepwear offers. In addition to our dedicated team, Deepwear also collaborated with QC and inspection companies like SGS SA, a Switzerland-based multinational company which we work closely with, Bureau Veritas HQ in France, Dekra Certification B.V. in Berlin, and Intertek Group PLC in London. These collaborations have allowed us to maintain the high standards we set for our products and make sure that our customers receive only the best.