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Meeting Summary: Buyer Discussion for Order Confirmation & Price Negotiation

Meeting Objective:

To finalize order confirmation and negotiate pricing terms for the upcoming apparel shipment.

Date & Time:

[Insert Date] | [Insert Time]
Location: [Insert Meeting Location or Virtual Platform]

Attendees:

  • Buyer: [Buyer's Name & Company]
  • Seller/Merchandiser: [Your Name or Team Name]
  • Supporting Team: [List any other participants, e.g., production, finance]

Agenda:

  1. Review of product specifications and order quantity
  2. Discussion on delivery timeline and production capacity
  3. Price negotiation based on cost breakdown and buyer’s target price
  4. Confirmation of payment terms and Incoterms
  5. Final agreement and next steps

Key Discussion Points:

✅ Order Details:

  • Product: [e.g., Men's Cotton Polo Shirts]
  • Quantity: [e.g., 10,000 pcs]
  • Sizes & Colors: [e.g., S–XXL, 5 color variants]
  • Delivery Window: [e.g., 15 August – 30 August 2025]

💬 Price Negotiation:

  • Initial Quoted Price: $[Insert]
  • Buyer's Target Price: $[Insert]
  • Final Agreed Price: $[Insert] per unit
  • Negotiation Notes:
    • Buyer requested a price reduction due to increased freight costs.
    • Seller offered a revised price based on adjusted fabric sourcing.
    • Agreement reached with a commitment to maintain quality and delivery schedule.

📦 Logistics & Terms:

  • Delivery Terms: FOB Chittagong
  • Payment Terms: LC at sight / 60 days credit (as agreed)
  • Packaging Requirements: Custom branding with eco-friendly materials

Action Items:

TaskResponsibleDeadline
Send revised PI with final priceSeller[Insert Date]
Confirm LC issuanceBuyer[Insert Date]
Begin productionFactory[Insert Date]

Conclusion:

The meeting concluded with mutual agreement on pricing and order terms. Both parties expressed satisfaction with the negotiation outcome and committed to timely execution.


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