The Andrew Faris Podcast What Smart Brands Are Doing About Tariffs (And You Should Too)
Apr 18, 2025
Lara Guevara, CEO of Move Supply Chain and More Staffing, shares her expertise on navigating the complexities of tariffs affecting e-commerce. She discusses innovative sourcing strategies beyond China, highlighting the benefits and challenges of shifting to Vietnam. Lara emphasizes the importance of proactive inventory management and diversifying supplier relationships to mitigate risks. The conversation touches on how tariffs might even present unexpected opportunities for brands willing to adapt and optimize their supply chains.
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Vietnam Trade-Offs Explained
- Vietnam offers lower unit costs and better payment terms than China but has higher MOQ and longer lead times.
- Trade-offs include quality, cost, financing terms, and inventory management requiring strategic decisions by brands.
Use Blanket POs for Vietnam
- Use blanket purchase orders in Vietnam for staggered production and delivery to improve cash flow.
- Produce smaller batches on schedule to maintain just-in-time inventory and reduce holding costs.
Stagger Production, Manage Inventory
- Stagger production from large blanket POs in Vietnam to deliver inventory just-in-time.
- Keep raw materials stocked at the factory to avoid order delays and manage inventory efficiently.