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ALC Global Partners LLC is an import and trading company based in Kansas City, Kansas. Our aim is to offer high-quality products and services at wholesale prices.

Our members spread over three continents: Kansas City, USA, London, UK and Suzhou, China.

Our company is a combination of two family businesses and works primarily in two languages: Mandarin and English

Our services include: locating suppliers, sample procurement, contract negotiation, production monitoring, quality control, supply chain optimization and sourcing consulting.

We look forward to helping businesses build solid manufacturing contacts in Asia.

Our TeamOur TeamYefei Lu John SnavelyYefei brings a strong expertise in working with companies to optimize their overseas sourcing functions. Prior to ALC Global Partners, Yefei worked as an associate for McKinsey & Company in Germany. His expertise comes in a broad range of sectors including consumer products, telecommunications, pharma, automotive and aerospace & defense. He has worked in several regions including Europe, N. America, and Asia (China).

Selected Project Experience

Streamlined sourcing function of a of $2 Billion aerospace company in Asia, resulting in cost savings of 20% in 1.5 years.

Mapped processes of a large Romanian bottling companys distribution network; implemented 3 key operational changes that increased delivery efficiency by 15%

Evaluated new technologies in the med-tech industry in Germany and China; assisted clients in making capital investment decisions

Led a team of four to conduct operational due diligence of a $3.8 Billion Telco. company. Performed detailed revenue/cost analysis, expert interviews; successfully recommended initiatives to management leading to 20% cost savings

Co-managed Program Office to successfully integrate two DAX30 pharmaceutical companies; interfaced weekly with division heads in 37 countries for 6 months to ensure smooth transition

Coordinated pan-European integration of major energy trading company; successfully defined and transferred responsibilities of >500 personnel

Before founding ALC Global Partners, John worked for 35 years as an auditor for the United States General Accounting Office. In the past, John has worked with serveral major companies to improve logistics and pricing structures.

Selected Project Experience

Structured logistics operations for US Department of Defense contracts with major companies including Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and McDonald Douglas

Reviewed and restructured pricing contracts for ROTC; negotiated new contracts that resulted in $600 million savings annually

Supervised due diligence project of major US logistics/railroad company to determine major strengths and weakness of key logistics model

Led a work team of 10 people to asses reliability of support data for Missouri Medicare Insurance

Created price structure in assessing fair price structure for $50 Billion manufacturing company

Optimized asset allocation of US hybrid organizations (private government-owned businesses) as part of effort to monitor their total costs

Helped medium to large-sized agricultural businesses with subsidy allocation program

Audited operation feasibility study of capital investments in small US cities

Andrea SnavelyCaroline ChengPrior to ALC, Caroline worked for 5 years as a regional manager for a major international cosmetics packaging company in China. Currently, Caroline coordinates and supervises ALC clients production, negotiation, and quality control in China. She leads our Chinese presence and serves as our local expert.

Selected Project Experience

Coordinated end-to-end in-country factory site visits for clients as part of the supplier selection process for over 10 clients in several industries over the last 2 years

Re-negotiated trade contracts for US clothing retailer with existing supplier that reduced contract prices by 20% below original.

Advised numerous clients regarding specific expertise in Chinese customs and export procedures

Worked with clients in designing custom quality control measures to inspect production cycle for outsourced production; significantly reduced incidence of default rate and customer complaints in the longer term

Coordinated the export of over $500,000 worth of products for major European machinery producer

As a partner of ALC Global Partners, Andrea brings a deep expertise working directly with Chinese suppliers and intermediaries. Her knowledge of bridging western business practices of her European and American suppliers is invaluable in ensuring a smooth and efficient supply chain. Prior to ALC, Andrea spent over 2 years in China working directly with manufacturers. She has a strong network in this area.

Selected Project Experience

Reduced production costs of engine components for major US automotive parts manufacturer by 20% through outsourcing from Chinese suppliers; managed a continuous supply chain relationship with Asian vendors and relevant logistics operators.

Arranged reliable sourcing agreements that contributed to increased profits by standardizing contracts and improving purchasing programs over 1 year period for US clothing retailer

Developed communication networks in Mandarin and English between engineers, CEO and suppliers for household products company

Arranged stringent quality-control and pick and pack services at country of origin for U.S. electronics manufacturer

Assisted numerous clients in various industries including retail, electronics, medical technologies, and energy to locate best-fit suppliers and/or partners in China. Focused on building long term partnerships minimizing risk and long-term maintenance.

ServicesServicesBusiness AnalysisMarketingBusiness PlansBusiness AnalysisImporting Products

Importing from Asia is a relatively simple process:

1. Send us prints, pictures, and specifications, or a prototype of the product you wish to import. Through our sources in China, we will locate a reliable manufacturer who can produce your product, and provide you with a quote. Prices are quoted FOB for nearest Chinese port. Having a reliable manufacturer is very important to your trade experience.

2. Once you are satisfied with the samples, you can place a production order. Usually you must place a deposit of 30 % of the total cost to begin production. If desired, quality control can be arragned.

3. Once the production is complete, the items are shipped to their desination via sea or air freight. At the desination, the buyer must pay the necessary customs and freight fees.

MarketingManufacturing Support

ALC offers a variety of services for companies manufacturing in China.

a) Vendor selection: ALC works with the client to narrow down a list of potential suppliers/partners for their manufacturing using a set of determined criteria. Its goal is to build long-lasting and trustworthy relationships that require less maintainance work in the long run.

b) Negotiation: ALCs Chinese representatives are able to use local expertise and language to negotiate the best (non-western) fees and delivery terms. They will also setup the contract terms in a way that minimizes the risk of suppliers changing prices mid-contract.

c) Sampling: ALC will liase to have production samples provided to the American customer to test functionality, design characteristics, chemical content and compliance with US safety standards.

d) Site visit support: ALC serves as the one point of contact in arranging site visits for potential clients. This includes arranging local travel arrangements via private car and setting appointments with multiple potenial suppliers and partners.

e) Sourcing support: ALC will liase with the current suppliers/new suppliers to in support of day to day activities such as product design, specification setting, and issue resolution. ALC will serve as a first point of contact and also manage the flow of raw materials to the suppliers if applicable.

f) Production: ALC will monitor factory production by making pre-arranged site visits at key time-intervals to the local factories. This includes an initial detailed inspection of production capabilities and production line setup.

g) Quality: ALC works with the client to determine the specific quality control needs whether they involve final product inspection at supplier location, regular sample factory check, or a tailored inspection proceedure jointly created with the customer.

h) Shipping: ALC determines the most efficient shipping options, depending on volume, speed needs, and cost. This could mean DHL, Fedex small business, or container transportation. Products are guided through the maze of customs, warehousing, and delivery.

i) Storage: ALC will help arrange for the temporary or longer term storage of products in China to reduce cost and/or enable additional flexibility with local control of products.

Feel free to contact us at inquiry_alcglobalpartners.com if you feel our company can suit your needs. We are happy to provide quotes.

Business PlansFAQ

What kind of products do we import?

We will provide quotes and assistance for any product our customer is interested in purchasing from China.

Do you only source from China?

Yes, usually.

Can you work with countries outside of the U.S.?

Yes, on a case by case basis.

How long have you been in business?

3 years

How long does it take to get a quote?

On average, about 1-2 weeks after our people in China receive all the information on your product.

Do we have a minimum order amount?

The minimum order quantity depends on the item being manufactured. For most products this is around 3,000 units.

Once the order is placed, how long does it take to receive the shipment?

After sample approval, it can take 30-45 days to make a production run. Sea and inland freight transit time can take 4-6 weeks. For repeat orders or for items the factory is already making, the factory can start making your items as soon as there is free space in the production schedule.

What are the total costs involved in importing?

The total cost will be the product price + shipping costs + tarriffs/ import fees. A commission of 2-5% is included in the price of the product. To request a quote email inquiry_alcglobalpartners.com

Do we need to contact ALC Global partners every time we place an order?

Yes

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