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I am Tony Kong, a sourcing and operations professional based in Qingdao, China, with over 15 years of experience in international trade, supplier management, and logistics. I help foreign traders source from China, verify suppliers, and oversee end-to-end processes from factory sampling to loading and shipping, including factory visits and quality control.
I excel at building teams, coordinating cross-functional partners, and delivering practical procurement and supply chain solutions, from supplier qualification to successful delivery.
Experience Level
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Advanced
Work Experience
Sourcing Specialist (Freelancer) at Self-employed / Freelance
June 1, 2024 - PresentProvide sourcing services to foreign traders; broad product scope; verify suppliers, conduct factory visits, and oversee quality control and loading supervision; skilled at identifying legitimate entities and managing end-to-end sourcing from China.
General Manager at Qingdao QF Bio-tech Co., Ltd.
February 1, 2022 - March 1, 2024Built and managed business operation teams; coordinated suppliers, processors, and authorities; organized production, logistics, and public affairs; assisted marketing through live streaming on Douyin/Toutiao/Taobao; sourced ingredients and packaging suppliers to prepare final products for sale.
Sales Director at Qingdao Micran Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
March 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022Led sales of precision digital levels; utilized Google and other platforms to identify buyers; secured deals with top dealers in Western Europe and buyers from Poland, Israel, and Iran; sourced components to support production; translated product manuals.
General Manager at Qingdao Cinda Translation Co., Ltd.
October 1, 2012 - January 1, 2021Managed daily operations; team-building and guidance for translators; operated during peak periods with up to ~120 employees; implemented management approaches to ensure timely delivery of translation assignments.
Manager, Import/Procurement at Qingdao Stonda Trading Co., Ltd.
August 1, 2010 - October 1, 2012Led a 7-member team in importing recycled PET bottles and selling to fiber makers; established long-term relationships with foreign sellers; set up a liaison office in Shenzhen for Hong Kong supplies and transshipment.
Sales Representative at Ciparo BV
August 1, 2006 - June 1, 2010Sales of imported recycled papers and plastics; acted as interpreter in meetings.
Sales Representative at Qingdao Someone Forwarding Co., Ltd.
September 1, 1996 - June 1, 2006Sales representative for logistics services (ship-booking, customs declaration, warehousing, trucking) and related trading; also represented Metro for fast-consumption items.
Education
MBA at Beijing Institute of Technology
September 1, 2003 - June 1, 2006Qualifications
Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistics, Wholesale & Distribution, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment
Experience Level
Intermediate
Intermediate
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