We built the sourcing agent we wished existed
Traditional trading companies hide their markups. We don't. SourceBridge was founded on one idea: buyers deserve to know exactly what the sourcing service costs.
Our Story
We started SourceBridge after working with dozens of European and American buyers who had been burned by opaque trading companies. The story was always the same: a buyer asks for a quote, receives a number, places an order — and months later discovers the factory price was half what they paid.
The traditional model incentivizes agents to inflate prices, because the bigger the markup, the more they earn. Buyers have no way to verify what the factory actually charges.
We decided to flip the model. We charge a transparent commission — disclosed upfront on every quote. You see the factory price. You see our fee. You decide if it's worth it. And after a successful first deal, we introduce you directly to the factory so you can build a lasting, direct relationship — with or without us.
That's the business model. We grow by being trustworthy, not by hiding fees.
What we stand for
Radical Transparency
We show you exactly what we earn. Our commission is disclosed as a separate line item in every quote — no exceptions.
Buyer-First Mindset
We work for you, not the factory. Our job is to get you the best price and quality — not to maximize our own margin.
Long-Term Relationships
After a successful first deal, we introduce you directly to the factory. We build trust, not dependency.
Verified Quality
We only work with factories we have personally visited or thoroughly audited. We don't just forward your inquiry to random Alibaba sellers.
Our Fee Structure
We charge a percentage of the total order value. This fee is always shown separately from the factory price in your quote. You will never be charged more than the rate below.
| Order Value | Agent Fee |
|---|---|
| Under $5,000 | 6–8% |
| $5,000 – $20,000 | 4–6% |
| $20,000 – $50,000 | 3–4% |
| Over $50,000 | 2–3% |
* Fees may vary for complex orders requiring additional inspection, logistics coordination, or custom development. Any adjustment is always disclosed before you commit.
After the deal: the factory introduction
Once your first order is delivered and you're satisfied with the quality, we formally introduce you to the factory. We share their direct contact, connect you on WeChat, and hand over all production records and supplier contacts.
You are free to order directly from them in the future, with or without us. We believe real trust is built this way — and we'd rather have you refer three new buyers to us than lock you in as a perpetual client.