Trading Agents.. are they doing good??
Post 1 of 12
Trading Agent or Brokers or Middleman.. whatever you call it.. they are the person or company who help the buyers to meet sellers or help the sellers to meet buyers and earn their commission....
Do you think, most of them are doing their jobs honestly?? or for their commission, they are not giving the correct informations either to sellers or buyers???
Do you think, most of them are doing their jobs honestly?? or for their commission, they are not giving the correct informations either to sellers or buyers???
13 Feb 2007 06:13
Post 2 of 12
Replying to [Xiao mu]:
i think most of the real middlemen are doing goods,they must do honest to both their buyers and sellers. for everyone wants to establish long cooperation with each other,so he can gain more profit.
right? why not?
i think most of the real middlemen are doing goods,they must do honest to both their buyers and sellers. for everyone wants to establish long cooperation with each other,so he can gain more profit.
right? why not?
13 Feb 2007 20:50
Post 3 of 12
Replying to [Xiao mu]:Dear friend...All buyers and sellers are wise men/women..they will buy from the middleman/agent or what ever you may call them..only when they cannot source/sell at the prices that are being offered.
14 Feb 2007 01:21
Post 4 of 12
Replying to [Xiao mu]:Dear Xiao Mu,
I think Medium is the right Word![[em2]](http://img.alibaba.com/images/eng/style/icon/emoticons_laugh.gif)
Medium can have many forms, like trade broker(Or whatever you Call them), communication channels, forums, etc
As Adseaco rightly pointed out, Medium is required where a company is not in a position too do it on its own, and, Medium does it right most of the time, to remain in business.
For if he does not do good job, he is at equal risk like buyer or seller.
Sixer
I think Medium is the right Word
Medium can have many forms, like trade broker(Or whatever you Call them), communication channels, forums, etc
As Adseaco rightly pointed out, Medium is required where a company is not in a position too do it on its own, and, Medium does it right most of the time, to remain in business.
For if he does not do good job, he is at equal risk like buyer or seller.
Sixer
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14 Feb 2007 21:55
Post 5 of 12
Replying to [Xiao mu]:
TRADING AGENTS ARE VERY GOOD LINKER IN BETWEEN SELLER BUYER MEETING POSSIBLE. THROUGH THIS MORE AND MORE IMPORT AND EXPORT IS BECOME POSSIBLE THROUGH THE TIMELY UNDERSTANDINGS OF THE BUYERS AND SELLER'S ACTUAL MIND.
TRADING AGENTS ARE VERY GOOD LINKER IN BETWEEN SELLER BUYER MEETING POSSIBLE. THROUGH THIS MORE AND MORE IMPORT AND EXPORT IS BECOME POSSIBLE THROUGH THE TIMELY UNDERSTANDINGS OF THE BUYERS AND SELLER'S ACTUAL MIND.
15 Feb 2007 02:07
Post 6 of 12
Replying to [Xiao mu]:
every supplier and agent are not the same, as they offer many things that the buyer can use or like to make the all important deal and export goods from China.
But the main thing will be to get true information from the agent as he will be apart of your team and help your company will all parts of the export process.
This agent should be your eyes in China, and they can give your business much help with all the communication and product source in China, with production quality and checks and certification and shipping, just take what each has to offer and deside for yourself.![[em18]](http://img.alibaba.com/images/eng/style/icon/emoticons_deal.gif)
every supplier and agent are not the same, as they offer many things that the buyer can use or like to make the all important deal and export goods from China.
But the main thing will be to get true information from the agent as he will be apart of your team and help your company will all parts of the export process.
This agent should be your eyes in China, and they can give your business much help with all the communication and product source in China, with production quality and checks and certification and shipping, just take what each has to offer and deside for yourself.
15 Feb 2007 02:41
Post 7 of 12
Replying to [Xiao mu]:Like every trade, there are genuine and so so.
But, majority of us are good and take pride in what we do.
As we are the "eyes, ears and brain" of our buyers and links between them and suppliers, we exercise with care. Most of us are looking for a long term business relationship. It is hard to reach out to a Buyer. Therefore, a wise Buying Agent or Medium wouldn't jeopardise the opportunity for a short gain.
In fact, most of the time we become close friends with our Buyers and very protective over them.
But, majority of us are good and take pride in what we do.
As we are the "eyes, ears and brain" of our buyers and links between them and suppliers, we exercise with care. Most of us are looking for a long term business relationship. It is hard to reach out to a Buyer. Therefore, a wise Buying Agent or Medium wouldn't jeopardise the opportunity for a short gain.
In fact, most of the time we become close friends with our Buyers and very protective over them.
15 Feb 2007 07:15
Post 8 of 12
Replying to [Xiao mu]:
Many have spoken about the functions a trade agent. Well, let me talk about the importance of a trade agent or a medium ( or whatever you might call them).
There are many manufacturers of products who lack commmunication tools and knowledge to explore the global world. These trade agents are the people who links products with buyers and expediate networks and earning them some commissions in the process.
Without them, manufacturers tend to be slow in growth and expansion of market shares.
![[em17]](http://img.alibaba.com/images/eng/style/icon/emoticons_shake_hands.gif)
The Hand shake is all that is needed to close a deal.
Many have spoken about the functions a trade agent. Well, let me talk about the importance of a trade agent or a medium ( or whatever you might call them).
There are many manufacturers of products who lack commmunication tools and knowledge to explore the global world. These trade agents are the people who links products with buyers and expediate networks and earning them some commissions in the process.
Without them, manufacturers tend to be slow in growth and expansion of market shares.
The Hand shake is all that is needed to close a deal. 30 Mar 2007 08:42
Post 9 of 12
Replying to [Xiao mu]:maybe,differnt persons have different purpose,maybe somebody who is usualling doing business for the comission,and who want to know some information,but i think the last purpose is the money,
don't worry about that,and don't need to worry about it,everything exists,it all has its reason,just do by yourself sincerely!![[em10]](http://img.alibaba.com/images/eng/style/icon/emoticons_silly.gif)
don't worry about that,and don't need to worry about it,everything exists,it all has its reason,just do by yourself sincerely!
30 Mar 2007 21:04
Post 10 of 12
Replying to [Xiao mu]:The 'middlemen' are essential,in my view,for strategic global trading.Trust must be the first criterion,as they are handling other peoples money,in effect.
If a customer requires a new product,for instance,the middlemen would do all the necessary leg work,i.e.sourcing,price negotiation,payment terms,factory visits/inspections,and shipping arrangements.Using this co-operation,usually built over a number of years,the buyer doesn't necessarily need to visit the country of manufacture each and every instance he has a specific requirement.
If a customer requires a new product,for instance,the middlemen would do all the necessary leg work,i.e.sourcing,price negotiation,payment terms,factory visits/inspections,and shipping arrangements.Using this co-operation,usually built over a number of years,the buyer doesn't necessarily need to visit the country of manufacture each and every instance he has a specific requirement.
02 Apr 2007 01:02
Post 11 of 12
Replying to [Englishman in Shenzhen]:
Yes, I agree with Englishman in Shenzhen, in most cases an agent (or medium) is necessary to expedite the trading process as they serve as "man on the ground" when the purchaser does not have the time or resources to do all the legwork/documentations themselves. I myself have been employed in a steel trading company for 17 years already, and we represent major mills around the world as agents.
In the trading/indenting business, a good solid reputation is a must. More especially in the steel industry, as buyers do not easily trust mills/manufacturers to deal directly with them. They rely on agents to ensure that the specification they require will be supplied by mill. And in case of any dispute, they will chase after the local agent who they have a working relationship with, rather than the mill who is abroad.
Just be sure that the agent you are dealing with is well-informed and has a solid reputation. Because dealing with a technically knowledgeable, honest and reputable agent is invaluable, and makes your job already half-done!![[em1]](http://img.alibaba.com/images/eng/style/icon/emoticons_smile.gif)
Yes, I agree with Englishman in Shenzhen, in most cases an agent (or medium) is necessary to expedite the trading process as they serve as "man on the ground" when the purchaser does not have the time or resources to do all the legwork/documentations themselves. I myself have been employed in a steel trading company for 17 years already, and we represent major mills around the world as agents.
In the trading/indenting business, a good solid reputation is a must. More especially in the steel industry, as buyers do not easily trust mills/manufacturers to deal directly with them. They rely on agents to ensure that the specification they require will be supplied by mill. And in case of any dispute, they will chase after the local agent who they have a working relationship with, rather than the mill who is abroad.
Just be sure that the agent you are dealing with is well-informed and has a solid reputation. Because dealing with a technically knowledgeable, honest and reputable agent is invaluable, and makes your job already half-done!
03 Apr 2007 00:32