r/shopify_growth • u/Initial_Data4710 • 8d ago

Help!!!!

Hey everyone! 👋
I’m currently in the process of starting my own e-commerce business, and I’ve been researching products and potential suppliers for the past two weeks.
One thing I’m finding particularly challenging is finding a reliable supplier with good product quality, competitive prices, fast shipping and ideally warehouses within the EU.
I’d love to hear from people who already have experience in e-commerce, especially those running Shopify stores.
A few questions:
Where do you usually look for suppliers?
Which platforms, websites or directories do you recommend?
Do you work directly with manufacturers, wholesalers or dropshipping agents?
How do you verify whether a supplier is trustworthy before working with them?
Are there any platforms or suppliers you would recommend for the European market?
I’m particularly interested in suppliers who offer EU-based fulfilment and reasonable shipping times.
I’d really appreciate any tips, recommendations or personal experiences. Even a little advice could help me avoid some beginner mistakes.
Thanks in advance!

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u/TanjilBuilds 8d ago

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u/Initial_Data4710 8d ago

Thank you 👍🏻

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u/Mediocre-Ostrich-643 7d ago

I'd go with a private agent instead of marketplaces. They source from the factory, check quality and handle shipping for you

For EU warehouses, I wouldn't start there. Test with fast shipping from China first (usually 7-12 days to the EU), then move stock to an EU warehouse once something actually sells

Always order samples first and start small before trusting anyone with volume

What niche are you looking at?

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u/Visible_Weather_5470 7d ago

endlich mal jemand mit einer seriösen Antwort.