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Supply chain roles & networks · Working

Tier-two supplier

Also called: Tier 2 supplier

ELI5

A supplier serving a tier-one supplier rather than the focal company directly.

Used in conversation

“Can we show the capacity constraint behind tier-two supplier?”

Pitch context

You will see “Tier-two supplier” in operating plans, procurement packs, supplier reviews and supply-chain reports when the discussion reaches supply chain roles & networks.

Why it matters: In supply chain roles & networks, the definition can change ownership, capacity, process, cost or safety decisions.

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