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About Nexum Source

A sourcing partner businesses rely on

Since 2016, Nexum Source has helped organizations of every size build supply chains that are dependable, transparent and cost-effective. We sit between you and a vetted world of suppliers — doing the diligence, the negotiation and the coordination so you don’t have to.

3,800+

Suppliers vetted

42

Countries sourced

96%

Client retention

120+

Product categories

Our story

Built from the buyer's side of the table

Nexum Source was founded by procurement leaders who were tired of opaque pricing, unreliable suppliers and supply chains that broke under pressure. They set out to build the partner they always wished they had: rigorous about vetting, honest about cost, and genuinely accountable for delivery.

Today we operate as an extension of our clients’ teams. We bring a vetted network of more than 3,800 suppliers across 42 countries, deep category expertise, and a process designed to remove risk at every step — from the first specification to the final inspection.

The name says it all. Nexum means a binding connection — the trusted link between a business and the supply it depends on.

Our mission

To give every business access to reliable, transparent and cost-effective supply — without the complexity of managing it alone.

Our vision

A world where supply-chain resilience is the norm — where sourcing is a strategic advantage, not a recurring risk.

Our approach

We combine human category expertise with disciplined process and clear data. Every supplier is audited, every quote is benchmarked, and every shipment is tracked — so the right decision is always the easy one to make.

What we stand for

Values that guide every engagement

Reliability

We commit to dates and specifications and we keep those commitments — with redundancy built into every supply plan.

Transparency

No hidden margins, no surprises. You see the suppliers, the pricing and the timelines we work with.

Partnership

We measure success by the longevity of our client relationships, not by single transactions.

Global Reach

A vetted network spanning six regions gives you choice, resilience and competitive pricing.

Our journey

Milestones along the way

  1. 2016

    Founded in Stamford

    Nexum Source opens its doors with a focus on industrial MRO sourcing for the US Northeast.

  2. 2018

    Global supplier network

    Expanded vetting operations into the EU and East Asia, surpassing 500 audited suppliers.

  3. 2020

    Resilience at scale

    Helped clients re-route supply through disruption, formalizing our risk and compliance practice.

  4. 2022

    Quality-first sourcing

    Launched dedicated pre-shipment inspection and acceptance-testing services.

  5. 2024

    3,800+ suppliers vetted

    Reached 42 countries sourced and a 96% client retention rate across 120+ categories.

Leadership

Experienced operators, on your side

Our leadership team has spent decades inside procurement, manufacturing and global logistics — and brings that operator's perspective to every client relationship.

DO

David Okonkwo

Founder & CEO

HB

Helena Brandt

Chief Operating Officer

RM

Rahul Mehta

Head of Global Sourcing

SL

Sophie Laurent

Director, Quality & Compliance

Where we source

A network spanning six regions

North AmericaEuropean UnionUnited KingdomEast & Southeast AsiaSouth AsiaLatin America

Ready to build a more reliable supply chain?

Tell us what you need to source. Our team responds within one business day with a tailored sourcing plan.