We're changing how New Zealand businesses import.
NZ Imports gives New Zealand businesses direct access to vetted international manufacturers - cutting out the middlemen, the markups, and the lack of accountability that has defined traditional importing. Christchurch-based. China-present. Fully managed.
Your NZ partner for global sourcing.
NZ Imports was built on a joint vision — to solve a real problem in the New Zealand market where too many businesses were paying inflated prices through layers of agents and middlemen, receiving substandard product, or being let down by offshore suppliers with no local accountability.
We work with builders, developers, merchants, retailers, and commercial buyers across any sector that needs dependable supply at scale. Our role is to remove the guesswork from offshore procurement — vetting suppliers, applying clear quality checkpoints, managing compliance, and coordinating the full import process from factory selection through to delivery in New Zealand.
Christchurch-based with warehousing capability and nationwide delivery, we provide a straightforward, accountable pathway to global sourcing with NZ-level communication and follow-through at every step.
Not a broker. Not a marketplace. A proper supply partner.
Most importing options in New Zealand fall into one of two categories — a broker who takes a margin and outsources everything, or a DIY approach that exposes you to real commercial risk. NZ Imports is neither. We exist to give New Zealand businesses a genuine alternative — direct access to verified international manufacturers, managed by a team that is accountable from start to finish.
In-country presence
Our China-based team is on the ground at factories — not managing relationships by email from New Zealand. That's a fundamental difference in how we manage quality, timing, and supplier accountability.
Compliance built in
NZ market suitability, testing, documentation, and certification are assessed and coordinated before production is approved — not scrambled for after the goods arrive.
End-to-end coordination
One point of contact from enquiry to delivery. We coordinate factory selection, QA, compliance, freight, customs, MPI clearance, and NZ delivery — so nothing falls through the gap.
Christchurch-based
Our NZ operations, warehouse, and customer team are based in Christchurch. You're dealing with a real New Zealand business — not an offshore desk or an agent who can't be held accountable.
Transparent process
You know exactly what's happening at every step — factory selection, production status, QA outcomes, freight milestones, and delivery timing. No black boxes, no vague updates.
Commercial pricing
Factory-direct at commercial volumes. We structure pricing to deliver genuine value — not a margin layered on top of a margin. Over $3M in verified project savings delivered to NZ businesses in under 12 months.
Led by people who are answerable to you.
Our NZ-based leadership team brings deep experience in sourcing, supply chain management, and commercial operations. We stay hands-on from the first enquiry through to landed supply — direct communication, clear decisions, and no outsourcing of accountability.
NZ Imports was founded as a joint venture built on a disruptive idea — that New Zealand businesses of all sizes deserve direct access to international manufacturing without the layers, the markups, and the lack of accountability that has defined traditional importing. Gavin's focus is on strategy, supplier relationships, and commercial outcomes — working to build a supply platform that gives builders, retailers, developers, and commercial buyers the same factory-direct advantages previously only available to large multinationals.
Jono thrives on solving problems and keeping the business running smoothly. Bringing strong operational discipline and leadership experience, he ensures projects move efficiently from supplier to site — focused on logistics, systems, and day-to-day execution that maintains the standards NZ Imports is known for.
Joint venture partner — Williams Corporation
NZ Imports operates as a joint venture with Williams Corporation — one of New Zealand's leading residential property developers, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality homes at scale across Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Tauranga.
This partnership gives NZ Imports deep commercial credibility, real-world volume requirements, and direct insight into what the NZ construction and development sector actually needs from a supply partner.
Visit Williams CorporationIn-country presence across Asia.
NZ Imports is supported by dedicated in-market teams based in Taiwan and mainland China — our eyes and ears on the ground, working directly with manufacturers throughout the sourcing and production process.
- Identifying and vetting factories based on capability, scale, and export performance
- Verifying specifications, materials, finishes, and packaging before production begins
- Monitoring production progress and addressing issues early — before they become costly delays
- Coordinating pre-shipment quality checks and export documentation
- Acting as a direct communication bridge between manufacturers and our NZ team
- Conducting factory visits and audits where required before orders are placed
Why in-country presence matters
By maintaining in-market presence in China and Taiwan, NZ Imports reduces reliance on remote assurances. This allows us to move faster, apply practical quality controls, and ensure products leaving the factory align with New Zealand requirements and project expectations.
All offshore activity is managed and directed by our New Zealand leadership team — ensuring decisions remain commercially aligned, accountable, and focused on delivering reliable landed supply into New Zealand.
Had a bad experience with a China supplier?
Substandard product, wrong specs, no documentation, a supplier who disappeared — we hear this regularly. Our in-country team exists specifically to prevent this from happening to you.
Ready to work with us?
Tell us about your project, your volumes, and your timeline. We'll come back with a clear sourcing plan and pricing you can build with confidence.
Your NZ partner for global sourcing.
NZ Imports was built on a joint vision — to solve a real problem in the New Zealand market where too many businesses were paying inflated prices through layers of agents and middlemen, receiving substandard product, or being let down by offshore suppliers with no local accountability.
We work with builders, developers, merchants, retailers, and commercial buyers across any sector that needs dependable supply at scale. Our role is to remove the guesswork from offshore procurement — vetting suppliers, applying clear quality checkpoints, managing compliance, and coordinating the full import process from factory selection through to delivery in New Zealand.
Christchurch-based with warehousing capability and nationwide delivery, we provide a straightforward, accountable pathway to global sourcing with NZ-level communication and follow-through at every step.
Not a broker. Not a marketplace. A proper supply partner.
Most importing options in New Zealand fall into one of two categories — a broker who takes a margin and outsources everything, or a DIY approach that exposes you to real commercial risk. NZ Imports is neither. We exist to give New Zealand businesses a genuine alternative — direct access to verified international manufacturers, managed by a team that is accountable from start to finish.
In-country presence
Our China-based team is on the ground at factories — not managing relationships by email from New Zealand. That's a fundamental difference in how we manage quality, timing, and supplier accountability.
Compliance built in
NZ market suitability, testing, documentation, and certification are assessed and coordinated before production is approved — not scrambled for after the goods arrive.
End-to-end coordination
One point of contact from enquiry to delivery. We coordinate factory selection, QA, compliance, freight, customs, MPI clearance, and NZ delivery — so nothing falls through the gap.
Christchurch-based
Our NZ operations, warehouse, and customer team are based in Christchurch. You're dealing with a real New Zealand business — not an offshore desk or an agent who can't be held accountable.
Transparent process
You know exactly what's happening at every step — factory selection, production status, QA outcomes, freight milestones, and delivery timing. No black boxes, no vague updates.
Commercial pricing
Factory-direct at commercial volumes. We structure pricing to deliver genuine value — not a margin layered on top of a margin. Over $3M in verified project savings delivered to NZ businesses in under 12 months.
Led by people who are answerable to you.
Our NZ-based leadership team brings deep experience in sourcing, supply chain management, and commercial operations. We stay hands-on from the first enquiry through to landed supply — direct communication, clear decisions, and no outsourcing of accountability.
NZ Imports was founded as a joint venture built on a disruptive idea — that New Zealand businesses of all sizes deserve direct access to international manufacturing without the layers, the markups, and the lack of accountability that has defined traditional importing. Gavin's focus is on strategy, supplier relationships, and commercial outcomes — working to build a supply platform that gives builders, retailers, developers, and commercial buyers the same factory-direct advantages previously only available to large multinationals.
Jono thrives on solving problems and keeping the business running smoothly. Bringing strong operational discipline and leadership experience, he ensures projects move efficiently from supplier to site — focused on logistics, systems, and day-to-day execution that maintains the standards NZ Imports is known for.
Joint venture partner — Williams Corporation
NZ Imports operates as a joint venture with Williams Corporation — one of New Zealand's leading residential property developers, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality homes at scale across Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Tauranga.
This partnership gives NZ Imports deep commercial credibility, real-world volume requirements, and direct insight into what the NZ construction and development sector actually needs from a supply partner.
Visit Williams CorporationIn-country presence across Asia.
NZ Imports is supported by dedicated in-market teams based in Taiwan and mainland China — our eyes and ears on the ground, working directly with manufacturers throughout the sourcing and production process.
- Identifying and vetting factories based on capability, scale, and export performance
- Verifying specifications, materials, finishes, and packaging before production begins
- Monitoring production progress and addressing issues early — before they become costly delays
- Coordinating pre-shipment quality checks and export documentation
- Acting as a direct communication bridge between manufacturers and our NZ team
- Conducting factory visits and audits where required before orders are placed
Why in-country presence matters
By maintaining in-market presence in China and Taiwan, NZ Imports reduces reliance on remote assurances. This allows us to move faster, apply practical quality controls, and ensure products leaving the factory align with New Zealand requirements and project expectations.
All offshore activity is managed and directed by our New Zealand leadership team — ensuring decisions remain commercially aligned, accountable, and focused on delivering reliable landed supply into New Zealand.
Had a bad experience with a China supplier?
Substandard product, wrong specs, no documentation, a supplier who disappeared — we hear this regularly. Our in-country team exists specifically to prevent this from happening to you.
Ready to work with us?
Tell us about your project, your volumes, and your timeline. We'll come back with a clear sourcing plan and pricing you can build with confidence.