Global Supply Chain Network
Pretorius Merchant Bank structures seamless international trade transactions. You can benefit from the experience of our personnel in handling transactions dealing with a number of commodities, coupled with a good understanding of emerging markets.
One of our most fundamental and vital strategies lies in not competing with importers and exporters, but strengthening them by providing flexible and tailor made supply chain solutions.
Ø Pretorius Merchants Bank Global Supply Chain Network
Ø Pretorius Trade Credit Assistance Program
We understand that for buyers and suppliers in many markets, securing extended payments terms can greatly improve your ability to purchase or supply the commodities and or equipment you require.
Pretorius Merchants Bank can assist you to meet those credit needs by arranging extended payment terms as part of your trade financing solution. Pretorius Merchants Bank supplies the commodity and provides the Buyers with extended credit terms.
Seller Advantages
- Financing provided to the Buyer is without recourse to the seller
- Seller receives cash upon shipment of the goods or services
- Lender bears the risk of commercial and political risks
Buyer Advantages
- Buyer obtains favorable extended credit terms at fixed or variable rates
- Buyer receives financing over and above existing local bank and credit facilities
- The loan is secured by a registered lien over the exported goods
Pre-Shipment Financing
In order to purchase material and labor necessary to fulfill the sales order:
- Injects working capital and improves cash flow
- Provides supplemental financing beyond what a current commercial lender may be able or willing to provide
- Enables companies to increase sales and profitability
Post Shipment Financing
In order to generate immediate cash while offering extended terms to buyers:
- Extends credit to your customer for some period of time commonly from 30 to 120 days
- Company receives payment after shipment of goods and submission of requires documents
- Payment schedules are flexible and can be structured to accommodate the Buyers cash flow