Strong supply chains depend on both sides having workable payment terms. Buyers often want longer terms to manage working capital, while suppliers prefer earlier payment. TradeMore reviews qualifying buyer-supplier relationships to identify supply chain finance structures that can help balance those needs.
The focus is the underlying commercial flow, buyer quality, supplier relationship and payment cycle.
What This Solution Is
Supply chain finance is an umbrella term for financing structures linked to trade between buyers and suppliers. In appropriate structures, eligible supplier receivables may be paid earlier while the buyer settles according to agreed terms. The exact model depends on the parties, documentation, financier and programme structure.
Common Business Use Cases
Large buyers seeking to support strategic suppliers
Suppliers serving strong corporate buyers but facing long payment terms
Businesses seeking to optimise payable and receivable timing
Supply chains where payment flexibility can support growth and continuity
How It Works
1. Share the buyer-supplier structure, contracts, invoices/payment terms and transaction volumes.
2. TradeMore reviews counterparties, commercial flow, documentation and programme suitability.
3. A suitable structure is identified where eligibility and economics support it.
4. Implementation and transaction flow are coordinated with the relevant parties.
What We Need to Review
Company and KYC documents
Buyer and supplier details
Underlying contracts or purchase arrangements
Invoice/payment history and expected volumes
Payment terms and settlement process
Relevant financial information if requested
Frequently Asked Questions
Is supply chain finance only for very large companies?
Programme size and eligibility vary. Strong buyer-supplier relationships and transaction quality are important factors.
How is it different from receivables finance?
Receivables finance focuses on eligible receivables; supply chain finance can be structured around a broader buyer-led or supplier payment programme.
Can suppliers receive payment earlier?
That is a common objective in qualifying structures, subject to the programme and financier terms.
Does it change the commercial contract?
The financing structure should work alongside the underlying commercial arrangement; any required assignments or notices depend on the documents.
Discuss Your Requirement
Every transaction is different. TradeMore reviews the commercial requirement, parties, documentation, eligibility and compliance considerations before identifying an appropriate structure. All solutions are subject to assessment, due diligence and applicable financial institution requirements.