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Tariff-Buster Negotiation Playbook
Five strategies to cut supply chain costs, negotiate better terms with suppliers, and turn tariff pressure into stronger supplier relationships.
Who it is for
DTC founders and operators who buy from overseas suppliers and need to protect margin when tariffs or costs go up.
What the playbook covers
- Five negotiation strategies, each with steps and a clear goal
- Ready-to-use scripts for supplier conversations
- Implementation templates, tracking sheets and next steps
The five strategies
1. Volume commitments
Lock in bigger buys to earn a lower per-unit price.
2. Raw-material review
Swap in cost-friendly materials without sacrificing quality.
3. Simplified design
Strip out non-essential features to cut labor and material complexity.
4. Payment-terms adjustment
Trade faster cash flow for a price break.
5. Alternative origin or production
Move volume to lower-tariff countries.
Get the full guide
The full playbook adds word-for-word scripts for each strategy, step-by-step guidance and tracking templates.