An automated sourcing assistant that identifies, evaluates, and shortlists manufacturers and fulfillment partners based on specific business constraints.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install find-vendors
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install find-vendors using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
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Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is Find Vendors?
The Find Vendors skill is a specialized tool designed to transform the way businesses approach procurement and supply chain management. By leveraging the power of Openclaw Skills, this agent goes beyond simple search results to provide a strategic analysis of suppliers, manufacturers, and service providers. It acts as a dedicated sourcing agent that understands the nuances of production capacity, Minimum Order Quantities (MOQ), and regional logistics.
This skill is particularly valuable for e-commerce operators and product managers who need to move from a broad idea to a verified shortlist of partners. It filters out the noise of directory dumps, focusing instead on practical, high-fit sourcing options that align with a user's specific budget and quality requirements.
Find Vendors Use Cases
- Sourcing new manufacturers or factories for private label products.
- Finding local fulfillment partners to reduce shipping lead times.
- Comparing global suppliers based on capacity, MOQ, and certification standards.
- Identifying specialized service providers for niche e-commerce operations.
- Narrowing down vendor options to a manageable shortlist prior to formal outreach.
How Find Vendors Works
- Requirement Analysis: The agent clarifies the exact vendor needs, including product type, geography, and operating constraints.
- Signal Aggregation: It scans public vendor databases and sourcing signals to identify potential candidates.
- Comparative Evaluation: Options are compared based on fit, apparent capability, risk factors, and practical match to requirements.
- Refinement: The skill removes duplicate entries and filters out weak-fit results to ensure high-quality leads.
- Reporting: It delivers a prioritized shortlist complete with trade-offs and recommended next steps for outreach.
Find Vendors Setup
To integrate Find Vendors into your workflow using Openclaw Skills, ensure your environment is configured for agentic task execution.
# Install the Openclaw CLI if not already present
npm install -g @openclaw/cli
# Add the Find Vendors skill to your agent profile
openclaw skill add find-vendors
# Initialize the sourcing workflow
openclaw run find-vendors --input "product: eco-friendly packaging, region: EU"
Find Vendors Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill organizes sourcing data into a structured format to facilitate quick decision-making:
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Vendor Name | The legal or trade name of the supplier. |
| Service Profile | Detailed breakdown of what the vendor offers (e.g., OEM, ODM). |
| Fit Score | A qualitative assessment of how well the vendor meets user constraints. |
| Risk Assessment | Identified gaps, missing data, or potential supply chain risks. |
| Outreach Logic | Specific questions tailored to the vendor to ask during initial contact. |
Find Vendors Advanced Features
- Multi-Constraint Filtering: Apply complex filters for certifications (ISO, Fair Trade) and specific lead time windows.
- Risk Flagging: Automatically identifies and highlights uncertainty in vendor data to prevent sourcing errors.
- Operational Integration: Designed to feed directly into procurement workflows and CRM systems via Openclaw Skills protocols.
- Geographic Optimization: Prioritizes sourcing partners based on proximity to distribution hubs to optimize logistics.
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