LONG CHEN

Owner | Sourcing & Procurement Manager

LinkedIn • ZZP

Aug 2025 - Present • 1 yr 2 mos

I own and manage Cenio Ltd, a UK-registered company providing China sourcing, supplier verification and procurement management services to international businesses. Based in Guangzhou, I help overseas buyers identify suitable suppliers, assess their capabilities and coordinate purchasing from initial research through production and shipping. Core Services • Supplier sourcing: Identify Chinese manufacturers and suppliers based on product specifications, budget and purchasing requirements. • Supplier verification: Review company registration, business background and available supporting documents to help buyers assess supplier credibility and distinguish manufacturers from trading companies. • Factory visits: Conduct independent on-site assessments and accompany overseas buyers during factory visits.• Quotation analysis and negotiation: Compare prices, specifications and purchasing terms. Negotiate MOQs, lead times and payment conditions. • Product development: Coordinate OEM/ODM requirements, customization, samples and packaging with suppliers. • Quality and production follow-up: Conduct or arrange quality inspections, monitor order progress and follow up on issues before shipment. • Logistics coordination: Liaise with suppliers and freight forwarders on packing, shipping documents and international delivery arrangements. Product Categories Bathroom and home products, beauty and skincare, consumer electronics, and customized consumer goods. Working Approach I support both individual sourcing projects and ongoing procurement partnerships, with a focus on clear supplier information, practical risk assessment and consistent communication throughout each project.

Sourcing & Procurement Manager

RestData • Freelance

Feb 2025 - Jun 2026 • 1 yr 4 mos

Provided project-based China sourcing and procurement services to WAYG S.R.L., a European company, supporting supplier selection, product evaluation and purchasing coordination across multiple product categories. Key Responsibilities • Supplier sourcing and assessment: Identified and screened Chinese manufacturers and suppliers, evaluating product suitability, manufacturing capabilities and purchasing conditions. • Product and quotation analysis: Compared specifications, supplier quotations and order requirements to help the client assess costs and trade-offs before purchasing. • Commercial negotiation: Negotiated prices, minimum order quantities (MOQs), lead times and payment terms.• Samples and specification confirmation: Coordinated samples and clarified product specifications, quality expectations and order details with suppliers. • Procurement project coordination: Managed supplier communication, tracked purchase orders and followed up on production progress and delivery arrangements. • International logistics: Coordinated shipping requirements and shipment arrangements with suppliers and logistics providers.Product Categories • Consumer electronics: Bluetooth earphones, tablets, mobile phone accessories and data cables.• Jewelry: 925 sterling silver, pearl and gemstone jewelry. • E-cigarettes: Product sourcing and supplier coordination. • Automotive accessories: Car interior products and accessories. Project Focus Supported informed purchasing decisions through supplier assessment, clear quotation comparisons and specification confirmation. Maintained consistent communication between the client, Chinese suppliers and logistics providers throughout each project.

Sourcing & Procurement Manager

K-Plus Shop • Freelance

Jun 2024 - Feb 2025 • 8 mos

Provided project-based China sourcing, procurement and fulfillment coordination services to Dont panic LTD, an Israeli company serving customers in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Worked with the companys operations team in Israel, warehouse team in Austria, and Chinese suppliers and fulfillment partners to coordinate purchasing and customer deliveries. Key Responsibilities • Supplier sourcing and evaluation: Identified and screened Chinese manufacturers, comparing product specifications, manufacturing capabilities, quotations and purchasing conditions. • Purchasing negotiation: Negotiated prices, minimum order quantities (MOQs) and commercial terms based on the companys product and order requirements. • Samples and order coordination: Arranged samples, clarified specifications and quality expectations, and followed up on supplier orders. • Fulfillment partner coordination: Worked with third-party dropshipping and fulfillment providers in China to support direct-to-customer shipping. • Order management: Processed Shopify orders and monitored fulfillment progress through third-party logistics platforms. • Delivery issue resolution: Tracked shipments, followed up on delays and failed deliveries, and coordinated solutions with logistics partners. • After-sales coordination: Assisted with returns, exchanges and related logistics issues, maintaining communication between suppliers, fulfillment providers and the international operations team. Product Categories Memory foam and latex pillows, compression socks, showerheads and bathroom products, supportive insoles and other comfort-related consumer goods. Project Focus Connected supplier selection and procurement with day-to-day fulfillment, helping the client manage product requirements, purchasing costs and delivery issues throughout the order lifecycle.