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Negotiate Better Terms with Chinese Suppliers

The proven framework I used to help 1000+ brand owners reduce MOQs, improve payment terms, and build profitable supplier relationships in China.

Save 10s of thousands on your orders
Get 60-180 day payment terms
Reduce MOQs by 1000s of units
Unlock exclusivity deals
Build long-term partnerships (NOT transactions)
Lyden Smithers sitting on shipment boxes in a Chinese warehouse
$100M+
Annual Managed Revenue
1000+
Brand Owners Helped
90 Days
Avg Payment Term Result
The Hidden Cost of Bad Sourcing

Are You Leaving Money on the Table with Every Order?

Most brand owners accept whatever terms suppliers offer. They don't realize that pricing, MOQs, and payment terms are all negotiable—if you know how to ask.

Wasting Money

Paying full upfront, accepting inflated prices, and missing out on volume discounts. Every dollar lost to bad terms is profit you'll never see.

Wasting Time

Endless back-and-forth with suppliers who don't take you seriously. Months of delays because you didn't know how to build the right relationship.

Missing Opportunities

While you're stuck with high MOQs and bad terms, your competitors are getting exclusivity deals and priority production slots.

Slow Growth from Cashflow Constraints

100% upfront payments drain your capital. Without payment terms, you can't scale—you're always waiting for cash to free up.

The good news? All of this is avoidable.

Lyden being interviewed at Canton Fair
Lyden building relationships over dinner with suppliers
Lyden with supplier partner in factory
Meet Your Guide

Hi, I'm Lyden Smithers

I'm the President and Co-Founder of Titan Network, where I oversee $100M+ in annual Amazon sales. But I didn't start there.

I've spent over a decade building brands and selling products sourced from China—walking factory floors, sitting across from suppliers, and learning the art of negotiation the hard way. I've made every mistake so you don't have to.

Now I help entrepreneurs leverage their supplier relationships for long-term profitable success. Not through tricks or tactics, but through genuine relationship building and smart negotiation.

1000s
Brand Owners Helped
100s
Factory Relationships
Award
Canton Fair Winner

MY NEGOTIATION PHILOSOPHY

Relationship First
Know Your Numbers
Face-to-Face Matters
Win-Win Outcomes

10+ Years On The Ground in China

From factory floors to supplier dinners, I've built real relationships that translate into better deals for my clients.

Lyden hands-on polishing products at factory
Hands-On Quality Control
Lyden working alongside suppliers at machinery
Working With Suppliers
Lyden at sewing machine in textile factory
Understanding Production
Lyden inspecting products on factory floor with supplier
Factory Floor Inspections
Lyden at factory entrance in Yongkang
Visiting Suppliers
Building relationships over dinner with suppliers
Relationship Building
Lyden working at textile factory sewing machine
Textile Manufacturing
Lyden in shipping container with products
Shipping & Logistics
Lyden with partner at traditional Chinese market
Cultural Immersion
Real Results from Real Entrepreneurs

Don't Take My Word For It

Here's what entrepreneurs say after working with me and implementing these negotiation strategies.

90 Day payment terms to unlock exponential growth

Yvonne Deng
E-commerce Business Owner, 6 Years

Unlocked 90 day payment terms to free up $500k in Cashflow

Luke Hanvey
8 Figure Amazon Seller
Justin Ray - 30% down with 70% due after production, then 10/40/50% payment terms
Monica Perez - Negotiated 100% 45 days after production using 6-step process
Paul Nicoll - Before: 30% deposit, 70% at shipping. After: 30/40/30 payment terms
Chris Schreiber - Negotiated 30% down, 70% 30 days after shipping
Sebastian - Negotiated 25-30-45% payment terms, cash flow enabled Titan membership
Milos R - Negotiated 10% deposit + 20% 30 days after shipping + 70% B/L
Steven Atkinson - Negotiated 30% down, 20% 10 days after shipping, 50% 60 days after
Before: 20% down, 80% ship. After: 20% down, 40% ship, 40% within 10 days of arrival
Tanisha Morgan - Negotiated 20/35/45% shipping terms on 3rd order
Secured 30% down on order, 70% 60 days after shipping

Choose Your Path to Better Deals

Whether you're just getting started or ready for hands-on execution, I have options to help you negotiate like a pro.

FREE
FREE STRATEGY CALL
Supply Chain Review
Free

Get a top-level review of your supply chain, identify immediate areas for improvement, and walk away with an actionable plan.

  • 20-minute strategy call
  • Supply chain assessment
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities
  • Immediate action plan
  • No commitment required
MOST POPULAR
NEGOTIATION PACKAGE
Custom Negotiation Blueprint
From $2,500

Get a comprehensive negotiation strategy tailored to your suppliers, complete with custom playbook and ongoing support.

  • 3 strategy calls
  • Full supplier relationship audit
  • Custom negotiation playbook & pitch deck
  • 30-day email support
  • Continued negotiation guidance
BEST RESULTS
DONE-FOR-YOU SERVICE
White Glove Service
Pricing on Application

Let me personally execute your negotiation strategy leveraging my 10+ years in China, factory network, and existing relationships for maximum results.

  • Everything in Custom Blueprint
  • Personal execution by Lyden
  • 10+ years of China relationships
  • Vetted factory network access
  • Virtual or in-person in China
START HERE

Have a Great Idea But Don't Know Where to Start?

Tap into my network of 100+ vetted factories and on-ground team in China. Save months (or years) of trial and error finding the right manufacturing partner. Speed to market is crucial—don't lose opportunities to competitors while you're still searching.

Official Alibaba.com Ambassador
Network of 100+ vetted factories
On-ground team in China for quality control
Product development expertise
Factory finding, vetting & management
End-to-end sourcing + negotiation
Ready to Find Your Perfect Supplier?
Signature Experience

China Magic Trip

There's no substitute for being on the ground in China. Join me for an immersive experience at Canton Fair where you'll meet suppliers, watch live negotiations, and transform your sourcing game.

China Magic Trip group photo with Canton Tower in Guangzhou

China Magic Trip attendees in Guangzhou with the iconic Canton Tower

Lyden leading group at Canton Fair floor map orientation
Lyden pointing out suppliers at Canton Fair with China Scouting Trip attendee
Lyden speaking at China Magic orientation
Lyden teaching students at Canton Fair orientation
Lyden negotiating with supplier at Canton Fair booth
Lyden inspecting products with supplier on factory floor
China Magic Trip group at Canton Fair

China Magic Trip group at Canton Fair

What You'll Experience

This isn't a tourist trip. It's a business-building experience designed for serious entrepreneurs who want to transform their sourcing game.

  • →Pre-event training so you hit the fair running and prepared for factory visits
  • →Canton Fair orientation and watch me negotiate live
  • →Live support at the fair from myself and experienced mentorship team
  • →In-depth mastermind and one-to-one conversations every evening
  • →Meet high-quality vetted suppliers you cannot find online
  • →Connect with like-minded brand owners

You'll leave with supplier relationships, negotiation skills, and a network of fellow entrepreneurs.

Dates
23 Apr - 4 May 2026
Location
Guangzhou
Fair Phase
Phase 2 or 3
Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about working with me and improving your China sourcing game.

Ready to Improve Your Supply Chain?

Book a free 20-minute strategy call. Get a top-level review of your supply chain, identify immediate areas for improvement, and walk away with an actionable plan.

No commitment. No pressure. Just actionable advice.