Finding reliable US-based suppliers for Amazon

[Irvind]

Hey everyone, I'm in Houston and just starting out with Amazon dropshipping. I want to avoid the long shipping times from overseas, so I'm trying to find suppliers based right here in the USA. But how do you even begin to vet them? Any tips on where to look for legit Amazon dropshipping suppliers in the USA and what red flags to watch out for?

[Gordan]

That's a smart move to focus on domestic suppliers for faster shipping and fewer customer complaints. The key is to look for wholesalers or distributors who specifically work with dropshippers and have a good track record. You'll want to check their inventory accuracy, return policy, and integration capabilities. A good starting point is to check out some compiled lists and reviews of Amazon dropshipping suppliers in the USA, like the ones discussed in this article https://easync.io/articles/best-amazon-dropshipping-suppliers/ .

[Paster]

Pay close attention to the supplier's communication speed and clarity. If they're slow to respond to you before you're even a customer, imagine how they'll handle issues when you have 50 orders a day waiting on them. Good support is non-negotiable.