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Sourcing & supplier management · Dortmund, Germany

Reliable textile and customized product sourcing for Europe.

Deutsche Sterne supports companies in identifying suitable manufacturers, developing products, coordinating suppliers and managing structured sourcing processes. Our focus includes textiles, apparel, private label and individually developed products.

  • Based in Germany
  • International Supplier Networks
  • Customized Sourcing
  • B2B Partnerships
Editorial composition of denim texture, fabric samples, colour cards and sourcing documentation

Material selection, sample cards and product specifications – the basis of every dependable sourcing process.

International Sourcing. Reliable Partnerships. Quality for Europe.

Services

From product concept to supply coordination

We support business customers across the entire sourcing process – structured, documented and traceable.

Supplier Identification

Identification and pre-selection of suitable manufacturers according to product, quantity, target price and quality requirements.

Product Development

Support with product specifications, material selection, sampling, sizing, colours, workmanship and packaging.

Private Label & OEM

Sourcing of customized products with private labels, branding, packaging and agreed specifications.

Supplier Coordination

Coordination of enquiries, samples, production information, documentation and delivery communication.

Quality Orientation

Traceable specifications, sample approval and agreed quality criteria form the basis of every cooperation.

European-Market Sourcing

Sourcing focused on the business, documentation and product requirements of European customers.

Product Areas

Our Sourcing Focus

Our current focus is textiles and apparel. Further legally permitted product categories can be added at any time.

Kidswear

Children’s apparel across defined size ranges, with attention to material selection, workmanship and age-appropriate construction.

Customization Size ranges, colours, prints, labels, packaging

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Denim

Jeans and denim articles in different weights, washes and fits for retailers and brands.

Customization Wash, weight, fit, rivets, embroidery

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Fashion Apparel

Outerwear, knitwear, shirts and seasonal articles aligned with your collection planning.

Customization Cut, fabric, colour card, collection structure

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Sportswear

Function-oriented articles for clubs, teams and retail customers – from jerseys to full training lines.

Customization Performance fabrics, numbering, team names, sponsor printing

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Workwear

Durable apparel for operational use, with hard-wearing materials and practical construction.

Customization Company logo, colour concept, pocket solutions, reflective elements

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Promotional Textiles

Textile promotional items for campaigns, trade fairs, events and staff equipment.

Customization Print methods, embroidery, labels, quantity tiers

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Private-Label Collections

Sourcing of complete article lines under your own brand and to your specifications.

Customization Brand labels, hangtags, size sets, packaging concept

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Customized Corporate Products

Company-specific products and equipment developed and sourced to your requirements.

Customization Corporate design, special versions, sets

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Packaging & Labelling

Packaging solutions, labels and marking materials matched to your product and distribution channel.

Customization Polybag, carton, labels, barcodes, inlays

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Other Product Enquiries

Looking for a product outside these areas? Describe your requirement and we will assess feasibility.

Customization Individual assessment based on your specifications

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About Us

Why Deutsche Sterne?

Deutsche Sterne is a Germany-based sole proprietorship with an international outlook. We support business customers in the structured identification, alignment and coordination of products and supply partners. Our objective is transparent, documented and sustainable long-term cooperation between European buyers and international manufacturers.

We act as a sourcing partner, supplier, trading partner and procurement coordinator – not as a manufacturer.

Discuss Product Opportunities

  • Reliability Clear agreements, traceable steps and dependable communication.
  • Transparency Documented specifications and open information on project status.
  • Flexibility Solutions aligned with your product, your volume and your market.
  • Long-Term Partnership Cooperation designed for repeat business and mutual trust.

Process

How Cooperation Works

Five clearly defined steps – from the first enquiry to the intended handover.

  1. 01

    Understand Requirements

    Product type, material, quantity, target market, required quality, budget framework and delivery requirements are aligned.

  2. 02

    Assess Supply Options

    Suitable manufacturing and sourcing options are assessed based on the submitted requirements.

  3. 03

    Samples and Specifications

    Product details, samples, materials, sizes, colours, branding and packaging are aligned.

  4. 04

    Quotation and Agreement

    Once requirements are clarified, business customers receive an individual quotation containing the scope and commercial conditions.

  5. 05

    Coordination and Delivery

    Deutsche Sterne coordinates the agreed sourcing and communication steps through to the intended handover.

Who We Serve

Who We Work With

We work exclusively with business customers and organizations.

  • Brands and Fashion Labels
  • Importers
  • Wholesalers
  • Retailers
  • Online Sellers
  • Marketplace Sellers
  • Sports Clubs
  • Companies and Organizations
  • Promotional Product Providers
  • Start-ups

Product Requirements

Textile Products for the European Market

For textile products, we consider the agreed product specifications and relevant labelling and documentation requirements. The specific scope is defined individually for each project. Required tests, certificates or conformity evidence must be expressly agreed before commissioning.

  • Agreed product specifications as the binding basis
  • Labelling and documentation requirements defined per project
  • Tests and evidence only upon express agreement
  • No automatic entitlement to certifications

Your next product project begins with a clear enquiry.

Tell us the product type, quantity, target market and specific requirements. We will assess the appropriate next steps for potential cooperation.

Contact

Sourcing Enquiry

Tell us the product type, quantity, target market and specific requirements. We will assess the appropriate next steps for potential cooperation.

Enquiry form in preparation

The structured sourcing form with file upload is currently being finalised. Until then you can reach us directly by email or telephone.

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Address
Deutsche Sterne
Schubertstr. 3
44145 Dortmund
Germany
Telephone
+49 176 72714681
Business customers
We operate exclusively on a B2B basis.