The mobile phone markets are governed by the 'big-boys' !
Post 1 of 20
I have a large account with Nokia and have sold Nokia phones for two years now.
There is however an unrealisitc view within the market that you can get these phones cheap within the trade. On the majority of phones I am lucky to make 15 GBP per handset. Saying that though, this is genuine stock.
I think that the market is swapped with replica phones, and promises of top branded phones at very low prices. It just doesn't happen.
The mobile phone markets are governed by the 'big-boys' and small fish just do not have the purchasing power to make massive profits.
I must have had 10,000 enquiries through Alibaba for mobile phones. I have only ever done one deal. All my business is done on the High Street. Re-sellers just cannot afford the genuine brand.
Thanks, Chris.
There is however an unrealisitc view within the market that you can get these phones cheap within the trade. On the majority of phones I am lucky to make 15 GBP per handset. Saying that though, this is genuine stock.
I think that the market is swapped with replica phones, and promises of top branded phones at very low prices. It just doesn't happen.
The mobile phone markets are governed by the 'big-boys' and small fish just do not have the purchasing power to make massive profits.
I must have had 10,000 enquiries through Alibaba for mobile phones. I have only ever done one deal. All my business is done on the High Street. Re-sellers just cannot afford the genuine brand.
Thanks, Chris.
28 Sep 2006 11:52
Post 2 of 20
Replying to [Mr Foster]:
There are many cases where similarly, big businesses are able to profit from high margins due to volume. My advice is that you look at putting together a conglomerate. Maybe several small business world wide, that do work on high volumes sales (such as 100 pcs / month).
Try and communicate with them as a team, and make them understand that you are not a middle man, but a conglomerate now, trying to provide them all with a DECREASE in the price they would regularly recieve from Nokia directly.
Conglomerate fees should be 0.50 pence to a pound / pc. (decreasing if the order is more than 199 pcs).
All you have to do is set up the group to include 20 businesses that order 100 pcs / month. And you're looking at 1000 pound or more. And decreased prices for youself.
Just an idea, and if you are going to do it, let me know.
Tariq Jamal
TYGER IMPORTS INC.
There are many cases where similarly, big businesses are able to profit from high margins due to volume. My advice is that you look at putting together a conglomerate. Maybe several small business world wide, that do work on high volumes sales (such as 100 pcs / month).
Try and communicate with them as a team, and make them understand that you are not a middle man, but a conglomerate now, trying to provide them all with a DECREASE in the price they would regularly recieve from Nokia directly.
Conglomerate fees should be 0.50 pence to a pound / pc. (decreasing if the order is more than 199 pcs).
All you have to do is set up the group to include 20 businesses that order 100 pcs / month. And you're looking at 1000 pound or more. And decreased prices for youself.
Just an idea, and if you are going to do it, let me know.
Tariq Jamal
TYGER IMPORTS INC.
12 Nov 2006 13:59
Post 3 of 20
Replying to [peterdubai]:
Hello!
I would like to get the list of your phones with the prices. I am looking only for models that compatible with Europe.
Like Nokia 8800...etc
Hello!
I would like to get the list of your phones with the prices. I am looking only for models that compatible with Europe.
Like Nokia 8800...etc
16 Nov 2006 09:56
Post 4 of 20
Replying to [Scarlet]: besides the low cost phones, how is the EDGE data market in the UK? do you buy/sell PCMCIA Data Cards such as Sony GC89 or Falcom Samba 75 USB? What are the trade buying prices for such devices ? Motorola G24 EDGE module?
Cheers,
Hilton
Cheers,
Hilton
19 Nov 2006 06:57
Post 5 of 20
Replying to [Mr Foster]: what is your cost of your phones because i want to buy ![[em20]](http://img.alibaba.com/images/eng/style/icon/emoticons_victory.gif)
24 Nov 2006 04:19
Post 6 of 20
Replying to [Mr Foster]:
Hello there, we are a cellular phones distributor located in NYC Flushing. We are volume purchaser with average 40k per order. Below is our price lists just wondering if you could provide reasonable and competitive prices. Also what kind of shipping do you use if we getting inventory from you guys. BTW, how to deal with US customs in such order. Thanks!
Price List
http://wholesale.finiter.net
Hello there, we are a cellular phones distributor located in NYC Flushing. We are volume purchaser with average 40k per order. Below is our price lists just wondering if you could provide reasonable and competitive prices. Also what kind of shipping do you use if we getting inventory from you guys. BTW, how to deal with US customs in such order. Thanks!
Price List
http://wholesale.finiter.net
09 Mar 2007 02:51
Post 7 of 20
Replying to [Mr Foster]:
We would like to find supplier for Nokia mobile phones who is able to offer us COMPETITIVE prices.
We need to establish long term relationship with legit supplier.
We would like to buy hi end Nokia mobile phones like N7x, N8x, N9x, Exx, 7xxx, 6xxx generations.
Our yearly estimated quantity is about 10000 pcs.
All phones must be original, new, not used, SIM free, unlocked, legal.
You have to supply warranty and CE certificate.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT OFFERS WITH NEXT PAYMENT TERMS:
Western union, paypal, wire transfer. . .
We can offer confirmed irrevocable L/ C at sight. Also we will accept to pay your costs for use of this type of payment. Also escrow is a possibility.
If you can not accept conditions stated above PLEASE do not contact us.
We would like to find supplier for Nokia mobile phones who is able to offer us COMPETITIVE prices.
We need to establish long term relationship with legit supplier.
We would like to buy hi end Nokia mobile phones like N7x, N8x, N9x, Exx, 7xxx, 6xxx generations.
Our yearly estimated quantity is about 10000 pcs.
All phones must be original, new, not used, SIM free, unlocked, legal.
You have to supply warranty and CE certificate.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT OFFERS WITH NEXT PAYMENT TERMS:
Western union, paypal, wire transfer. . .
We can offer confirmed irrevocable L/ C at sight. Also we will accept to pay your costs for use of this type of payment. Also escrow is a possibility.
If you can not accept conditions stated above PLEASE do not contact us.
16 Mar 2007 09:04
Post 8 of 20
Replying to [peterdubai]:Hi! could you supply me nokia phones, can i have your contact details,web address,email,tel no etc.
21 Apr 2007 10:37
Post 9 of 20
Replying to [Mr Foster]:Who is your supply of cell-phones.
08 Jun 2007 02:43
Post 10 of 20
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13 Oct 2007 10:49