I. Finding Core Suppliers by Brand Line Classification
- Lynk & Co (Lynk & Co 02/03/05)
- Official channels: Connect with Lynk & Co authorized dealers or direct supply from manufacturers to ensure the quality and adaptability of original parts, and also obtain official technical support and after-sales guarantees.
- Supplementary channels: Professional auto parts e-commerce platforms with high credibility and genuine product stores in offline auto parts markets. It is necessary to verify the parts' qualification certificates before purchasing.
- Adaptable markets: Europe (Sweden, the Netherlands), the United Arab Emirates and other regions. Priority can be given to the brand's local authorized distribution network to shorten the delivery cycle.
- Core channels: Zeekr officially authorized spare parts dealers, or choose original spare parts from de-networked dealers' inventory clearance (it is necessary to confirm the shelf life and authenticity of the parts).
- Parts coverage: Full range of categories from exterior parts, interior parts to chassis parts, electrical parts, etc. Small-batch trial procurement can be conducted to verify adaptability.
- Adaptable markets: Europe (the Netherlands, Germany), the Middle East. Priority is given to suppliers with cross-border express delivery capabilities, supporting time-efficient solutions such as air freight (6-9 days).
- Geometry & Yuanjing (Geometry C/A/G6/M6, Yuanjing X6)
- Key suppliers: Professional Geely series parts manufacturers such as Shindary Automotive Parts Co., covering over 40,000 categories including engines, braking systems, and exterior parts, providing original quality and ISO-certified aftermarket parts.
- Convenient channels: Brand authorized stores on e-commerce platforms such as JD.com, which allow quick purchase of commonly used wearing parts (such as the exterior door handle of Yuanjing X6).
- Adaptable markets: Latin America, Southeast Asia, Kazakhstan, etc. Suppliers that support sea freight (25-35 days) and have high cost performance can be selected, and the comprehensive logistics cost should be calculated.
- Proton (Proton X50/X70, with Geely technology)
- Core direction: Connect with Proton's official authorized channels, or rely on the homology of Geely's technology to select Geely series parts suppliers that have been adapted to Proton models.
- Adaptable markets: Southeast Asia and African regions such as Malaysia, Egypt, and Indonesia. Priority is given to finding local distributors with inventory to reduce cross-border logistics delays.
II. Key Points for Target Market Adaptation
- European/Middle Eastern markets: Prioritize suppliers with EU quality certification and support for cross-border customs clearance. Original parts or high-spec aftermarket parts are more suitable for local needs. At the same time, confirm the after-sales return and exchange policies.
- Southeast Asian/African/Latin American markets: Focus on cost performance and supply stability. Choose suppliers that can provide low-cost sea freight solutions and support 24-hour consulting responses. Parts need to be adapted to local climate and road conditions.
- General requirements: All suppliers must provide business licenses and product qualification certificates. Cross-border suppliers must have export qualifications for the target market and logistics supporting capabilities.
III. Core Principles for Screening and Cooperation
- Quality first: Original parts or ISO-certified parts, with small-batch trial procurement to verify adaptability and quality stability.
- Timeliness matching: Select logistics solutions according to the target market. For Europe/Middle East, air freight can be prioritized; for Southeast Asia/Latin America, a combination of sea freight and local warehouse stocking can be used.
undefined. Risk hedging: Connect 2-3 alternative suppliers for each brand line to avoid single dependency, especially for cross-border supply, it is necessary to agree on emergency clauses for supply interruption.
1. Classify core suppliers by brand line
1. Lynk & Co (Lynk & Co 02/03/05)
- Official channels: Connect with authorized dealers of the Lynk & Co brand or directly from the manufacturer to ensure the quality and compatibility of original parts, and also receive official technical support and after-sales guarantee.
- Supplementary channels: High-reputation professional auto parts e-commerce platforms, offline auto parts city genuine stores, and verification of parts qualification certificates is required before procurement.
- Adapting to the market: Europe (Sweden, Netherlands), UAE and other regions can prioritize selecting the brand's authorized distribution network locally to shorten delivery times.
2. Zeekr (Zeekr 001/007/X)
- Core Channel: Official authorized spare parts dealer of Zeekr, or choose original factory spare parts from off-network dealers clearing inventory (need to confirm the parts' shelf life and authenticity).
- Accessory coverage: From exterior parts, interior parts to chassis parts, electrical components, and other full categories, small batch trial sampling can be conducted to verify compatibility.
- Adapting to the market: Europe (Netherlands, Germany), Middle East region, prioritizing connections with suppliers that have cross-border express delivery capabilities, supporting air freight (6-9 days) and other timely solutions.
3. Geometry & Vision (Geometry C/A/G6/M6, Vision X6)
- Key Supplier: Shindary Automotive Parts Co. This type of professional Geely system parts manufacturer covers over 40,000 categories, providing original quality and ISO certified aftermarket parts for engines, braking systems, exterior components, etc.
- Convenient channels: Brand authorized stores on e-commerce platforms like JD.com can quickly procure commonly used consumable parts (such as the exterior door handle for the Vision X6).
- Adapt to the market: Latin America, Southeast Asia, Kazakhstan, etc., can choose suppliers that support sea freight (25-35 days) and have a high cost-performance ratio, calculating the comprehensive logistics costs.
4. Proton (Proton X50/X70, Geely Technology)
- Core Direction: Connect with the official authorized channels of the Proton brand, or rely on the technical homology of Geely to select Geely system parts suppliers that are already compatible with Proton models.
- Adaptation Market: Malaysia, Egypt, Indonesia and other Southeast Asian and African regions, prioritize finding local distributors with inventory to reduce cross-border logistics delays.
II. Key Points for Target Market Adaptation
- Europe / Middle East Market: Prioritize suppliers with EU quality certification and support for cross-border customs clearance. Original parts or high-spec aftermarket parts are more suitable for local needs, while also confirming after-sales return and exchange policies.
- Southeast Asia / Africa / Latin America Market: Focus on cost-effectiveness and supply stability, choose suppliers that can provide low-cost shipping solutions and support 24-hour consultation response, and accessories need to be suitable for local climate and road conditions.
- General Requirements: All suppliers must provide a business license and product qualification certificates. Cross-border suppliers must have export qualifications for the target market and logistics support capabilities.
3. Core Principles of Selection and Cooperation
- Quality First: Original factory parts or ISO certified components, small batch trial sampling to verify compatibility and quality stability.
- Timeliness matching: Choose logistics solutions based on the target market, with priority for air freight in Europe / Middle East, and a combination of sea freight + local warehousing in Southeast Asia / Latin America.
- Risk hedging: Each brand line connects with 2-3 alternative suppliers to avoid single dependency, especially for cross-border supply, which requires the agreement on emergency supply interruption clauses.