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How to Choose an OEM Watches Supplier

Every original equipment manufacturer (OEM) has found themselves in the process of selecting a supplier at some point in time. Some struggle to find the right match, and find themselves in this position more often, while others are lucky enough to form a great partnership and go decades without making a switch. Either way, if you do find yourself in this position, how do you know where to start? How do you make sure you make the right choice in the end?

Identify possible candidates from the trade guides.

A good guide gives an overview of a company’s products and some product details, along with the all-important contact details.

Of course, a recommendation from within the industry can be also very valuable. ‘Can be’, since there are a number of factors underlying a successful business relationship.

Most relevant is that the scale and scope of business that suits you at a particular stage in your development will limit the number of potential partners that make a good fit for you. You will find that many businesses can supply what you need. Important questions that arise here include minimum quantity. If you are small, then a smaller supplier with a smaller minimum quantity will be more relevant to you. The size issue is important. Many of these enduring relationships are between businesses at a similar stage in their development–the mutual fit is good.

An additional question here is what are the merits of approaching and dealing with a number of suppliers at the same time?If you are large then you may have the luxury of being able to do this. Later on then approaching different suppliers will become essential in order for you to negotiate a better price, as your purchasing power, and therefore your negotiating power, increases. If you are small, make contact and assess the nature of the contact. Be patient and make a balanced assessment. If you make approaches to several suppliers, assess the feedback according to the steps below. However, I think patiently working on bilateral relationships rather than working on many fronts ‘multilaterally’ will yield a quality outcome.

Identify what you’re looking for in an OEM supplier.

As you’re mapping out the quotes you’ve been given, remember choosing a supplier should be more than a numbers decision. Saving a few bucks on a certain part may not be worth it if the supplier fails to measure up in other areas. Total cost of ownership is a more important measure. This includes competitive pricing, quality, transactions and relationship.

Strive for balance between price and quality, as you often get what you pay for. Quality products are a must. However, when quality is largely equal, how does that help you make your decision? You’ll likely find yourself narrowing down your options to a few suppliers that all have similar prices and a promise for quality. If that’s the case, then consider another very important factor: the people.

It is very important to have a certain scale of OEM, which shows that their use of people is unique.

 Consider the Commitment

Your Watches OEM supplier should be looked at as a partner and an asset to your team. However, that will only be the case if you factor in the people when making your decision. When evaluating potential suitors, consider the culture. Do they operate under certain procedures or beliefs? What level of service do they strive for? You’ll want to make sure these elements align with your own beliefs and expectations.

Be on the lookout for any added features or expertise a new supplier can offer. Only a select few suppliers can do vendor management well. If this is important to you, make sure the supplier you choose is seasoned in this area.

Get to Know the People

Once you have it narrowed down to a few options, go out and kick the tires. Visit each OEM supplier and get to know some of the people there. Get a feel for what kind of relationship you might be able to build, even early on. In order to have a healthy supplier relationship, you’ll need to place a high level of trust in those you are working with.

Being able to peek behind the curtain will also allow you to gauge just how well the supplier will be able to deliver on their promises. For instance, they may have a fancy presentation to wow in the boardroom and still be lacking the expertise and resources to deliver. You need a supplier that is focused on helping you win on the production floor, not just in the office.

There are many good ways to get to know the supplier. In the digital world, we have many ways to find their information. Such as social media homepages such as Facebook, and Google search, these are good ways to understand their products and influence.

Find a long-term Watches OEM Partner

The right OEM supplier is one that you know can deliver quality parts to the right place, at the right time, all the time. At Skmei, we have a tried and true process that allows us to deliver on this. Our focus is on both products and people. While quality products are vital, it’s even more important to us that we build the right relationships. Our account managers will feel like an extension of your procurement team, which is how it should be. Ultimately, people do business with people — not businesses. So, give us a chance to learn about your unique business needs and spend some time learning about us. It will be time well invested.

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• 12-year experience of watch production and service for OEM/ODM orders.
• 260 Professional team members
• 8000 Factory area
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