Sourcing and Procurement

What Is Sourcing?

Sourcing involves finding and selecting the perfect finishes, furniture, and décor to match a client’s vision. Experienced freelancers in this field have the design expertise and industry connections to source high-quality materials and furnishings, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and functionality.

At NICHEMAVIN, freelancers specialize in setting up vendor accounts, managing product selections, and working within your preferred platforms—whether it’s Excel, Google Docs, Houzz Pro, MyDoma, Studio Designer, DesignFiles, StyleRow, or others. Whether you’re an interior designer, architect, or homebuilder, our sourcing professionals help bring your projects to life with carefully curated selections.

Process of integrating a Sourcing professional involves:

Project Understanding and Vendor Setup

Freelancers start by reviewing design requirements, budget, and client preferences. If needed, they set up vendor accounts to gain access to exclusive trade pricing and product catalogs.

 

Product Research and Selection

Using their industry knowledge and network, freelancers source materials, furniture, and décor that align with the project’s style and budget. Items are carefully compared for quality, pricing, and availability.

 

Documentation and Delivery

Sourced items are organized into spreadsheets, procurement lists, or design platforms like MyDoma or StyleRow. Final selections are reviewed and delivered in a structured format, ready for client approval or ordering.

Why Choose NICHEMAVIN For Sourcing

Industry-Savvy Experts

Seamless Integration with Your Tools

Access to Exclusive Trade Vendors

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ (Employer)

How Does It Work (Employer)
  1. Create a profile
  2. Post a Job
  3. Freelancers come to you
  4. Review and interview freelancers
  5. Choose a freelancer
  6. Collaborate with your freelancer & do a happy dance
  7. Simple payment tools
What if I need more than one person?

You can post as many jobs as you like.

What if I prefer to find one person to do all my tasks?

Make sure your job posting included a detailed description of what you are looking for. Many of the freelancers on the platform offer more than one service.

How do you accept payment?

We accept payment via credit card.

What if I want to cancel my membership?

Simply log into your members account and cancel your membership at any time.

When do I pay for the services once I hire a freelancer?

You pay upfront for the services and the money goes into an escrow account that sits there until the job is complete or for ongoing work, the end of one calendar month.

FAQ (Freelancer)

How Does It Work (Freelancer)
  1. Create a profile
  2. Bid on Jobs
  3. Collaborate with employers
  4. Get Paid!
  5. Do a happy dance
  6. Repeat
When do I get paid for completing jobs?

Once the job is complete and the employer has approved, the funds will be released into your bank account. For ongoing work you will be paid monthly on (date?)

How will I communicate with the clients?

You will be able to communicate with clients through the platform or via Zoom, Skype, phone or however you like

How do I bid for jobs?

You will apply for the jobs you want:

1. Navigate to the Find Work page in your portal
2. Apply for as many jobs as you'd like
3. Once the employer receives your application they will notify you via notification in your dashboard if you've been chosen to work on the project.

Most employers that use the NicheMavin are looking for fast turn-around times, so you can expect a response from the employer within 24-48 hours if you've won the bid.

What if I want to cancel my membership?

Simply log into your members account and cancel your membership at any time.