Supplier Comparison Sheet
Compare suppliers across the full sourcing flow: product fit, MOQ, samples, quality control, first order details, trade terms, freight questions, landed cost, and communication quality.
Supplier Comparison Score
44%- Product specification written
- Target quantity defined
- Sample criteria prepared
Record the same details for every supplier
| Field | What to record |
|---|---|
| Supplier name | Company name, contact person, booth number, or platform profile. |
| Product match | How closely the product fits your specification. |
| MOQ and price | Minimum order quantity, unit price, and quantity breaks. |
| Sample details | Sample cost, sample lead time, and shipping method. |
| Trade terms | EXW, FOB, included packaging, and any excluded costs. |
| Freight questions | Shipping method, included costs, excluded costs, delivery address, and who handles customs support. |
| Landed cost notes | Packaging, freight, duties, taxes, destination charges, inspection, and buffer assumptions to confirm in writing. |
| Quality notes | Certificates, test reports, inspection options, and known risks. |
Copyable Supplier Note
Supplier comparison: - Supplier: - Contact: - Product: - MOQ: - Unit price: - Sample cost and lead time: - Production lead time: - Trade terms: - Packaging: - Certificates or tests: - Communication notes: - Next action:
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Ask about shipping method, included costs, documents, customs support, duties and taxes, insurance, timeline, and final delivery.
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