The thought of negotiating with wholesale suppliers often intimidates online sellers, not just the beginners. According to Skip Mcgrath, author of The Wholesale Buying System, negotiating with wholesale suppliers is not that hard and that most online sellers should not fear it. Below are his simple rules to help you secure the best deals for your online business.

Build a Relationship with your Supplier

Building a relationship with your supplier may seem like a big job but it is not. All you have to do is make it a point to converse with them on the phone and establish rapport. You do not want to be just another email asking for something. You need to establish a kind of relationship with them to earn their trust. If they are just nearby, you may want to pay them a visit; if they have a tradeshow, you may want to attend and meet them in person. In the end, when you've finally talked to them, in person or not, they are more than willing to give  you what you want rather than to a perfect stranger.

Put Yourself in your Wholesaler's Shoes

Keep in mind that your wholesalers also deal with the same customer service issues that you may be dealing with. The only difference with you and your wholesalers is that the customer of your wholesaler is you and the retailer. Try to put yourself in their shoe. Try to think about the land kind of customers you prefer to have business with. Of course, you would want customers who are not rude or demanding and who appreciate all the efforts you are doing. You want the type of customer who follow your policies and procedures and who bring you steady business. Considering yourself in your wholesaler's position will greatly enhance the communication between you and your supplier.

Always Pay on Time

Paying on time may seem cliche but it is very important because not everyone adheres to it. You should know that wholesale suppliers give discounts to it. You should know that wholesale suppliers give discounts when you pay early and if they see you as someone who always pay on time, suppliers will always want to do business with you. Your wholesalers also have bills to pay, payroll to arrange and manufacturers to pay so what they want is a retailer who will pay on time.

Though for new sellers payment ters are up-front, this will soon change once you prove to your wholesalers that you are a good customer who can always pay on time. When wholesalers offer you credit terms, it is essential that you honor them. If you have a good history of consistently paying on time, you will find yourself in a better position to request for extended terms.

When requesting for extended terms, make sure that you have your facts ready in advance. For instance, you shouldn't just tell your suppliers that you have given them a steady business--make sure that you can justify your claims by backing it up with numbers. Doing this will increase your credibility and your chances of getting your request. It is very important that you present facts in a way that is respectful and professional. You may remind your supplier:

• How long you have been doing business with them
• The number of orders you have placed and how often
• Your total number of orders
• How you have been paying on time ever since

After stating these facts in a professional way, ask them to consider your proposal-whether it be an extended credit terms or a per piece price based on your annual quantity.

Bear in mind that when suppliers like you, they will be more than willing to work with you and help you out. Take time to build a lasting relationship with your supplier and to establish you are their best customer--your efforts will always be appreciated and rewarded in the end.

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