Supply Chain Finance for FMCG Companies
FMCG companies often operate with tight margins and high working capital needs. Delays in customer payments and pressure from suppliers for early settlement can create a mismatch. Supply chain finance (SCF) helps resolve this by allowing suppliers to get paid early through third-party funding while buyers extend their own payment terms. Financely designs SCF programs for businesses in fast-moving sectors that rely on predictable product movement and consistent vendor delivery.
Why SCF Is Common in FMCG
In this segment, liquidity tends to move slowly while production costs remain constant. Retail chains typically offer slow remittance schedules, while raw material and packaging suppliers often seek upfront or early-stage payments. SCF closes the gap:
- Retailers often pay in 45–90 days
- Suppliers prefer payment within 15–30 days
- Companies face cash drag during production and logistics
Basic SCF Mechanics
The buyer approves an invoice from the supplier. A funder (bank, fintech, or trade finance fund) pays the supplier early at a small discount. The buyer settles the full invoice value later, typically at an extended due date.
| Step |
Action |
Typical Timing |
| 1 |
Supplier ships goods and issues invoice |
Day 0 |
| 2 |
Buyer confirms invoice |
Day 3–7 |
| 3 |
Funder pays supplier early |
Day 5–10 |
| 4 |
Buyer repays funder at maturity |
Day 60–90 |
Where It Applies
- Procurement of packaging and ingredients
- Seasonal inventory build-up
- New product launches requiring volume prep
- Support for informal or rural suppliers
What Financely Does
Financely structures SCF arrangements based on actual transaction volume and vendor profile. We match you with funders who can work within your operational and geographic context, without requiring a full platform overhaul or new ERP.
- Review supplier payment cycles and volume
- Define which vendors qualify for early payment
- Present structure to trade-focused lenders
- Handle negotiation, onboarding, and execution
Common SCF Structures
| Type |
Best For |
Funding Range |
Repayment Window |
| Reverse Factoring |
Tier 1 suppliers |
USD 2M–100M |
30–180 days |
| Dynamic Discounting |
Mid-size vendors |
USD 1M–25M |
15–90 days |
| PO-Based Finance |
Advance payment to producers |
USD 500K–20M |
30–90 days |
Why Work with Financely
- We focus on companies with physical goods turnover and regular vendor activity
- We work with funders who issue real capital—not term sheets without follow-through
- We offer hands-on support during negotiation and legal review
- We deliver structures built around actual cash flow, not platform demos
If you’re looking to extend payment terms, improve supplier retention, or reduce cash stress during your operating cycle—supply chain finance may be a fit. Financely sets up SCF programs for FMCG companies with real trade flows and verified vendor obligations.
Start Your SCF Mandate
Financely arranges SCF structures for mid-sized and large FMCG companies with monthly volumes above USD 1 million. Final approval depends on credit strength, vendor structure, and jurisdiction.