Procurement, Sourcing & Supply
Good importing starts before you buy.
A product can look affordable at the supplier and become expensive — or difficult to import — once freight, customs and regulatory requirements are considered. CGS approaches sourcing with the complete import journey in mind. Through Silvex Import & Export, we can also coordinate sourcing and suppliers within South Africa.
Capabilities
What procurement, sourcing & supply covers.
- Product sourcing
- Supplier identification
- Supplier communication
- Procurement coordination
- Product-information gathering
- Pre-purchase import checks
- Freight planning
- Cross-border supply coordination
Before you place the order, understand the import.
Trade Intelligence
Read before you ship.
Your Invoice Price Is Not Always Your Customs Value
How customs value is built up from the transaction, and why freight and insurance terms matter.
Import controlsBefore You Buy It, Check If You Can Import It
Some goods are restricted, prohibited or need a permit. Find out before you pay a supplier.
OriginShipped From There Doesn't Always Mean It Originates There
Country of export and country of origin are different things, and preferential duty depends on the second.
Tell us about your shipment.
Don't have all the documents yet? Send what you have. Early engagement can help identify what may still be required.