Small businesses in Kenya often pay suppliers immediately while waiting days or weeks to recover money from sales. Before asking for credit, prepare a clear order history, payment record, expected buying volume, and realistic repayment date. A supplier is more likely to consider better terms when the request is specific and supported by reliable behaviour.
Start with a small limit and a short period. Agree on the deposit, balance date, late-payment action, delivery responsibility, and process for damaged goods in writing. Do not accept more stock than the business can sell. Compare the total cost of credit with the value of holding the stock earlier. A cheaper unit price may not help if the minimum order is too high.
KobStore can help a seller present products and monitor customer demand before negotiating a larger supplier order. Clear listings and enquiry patterns provide useful evidence about what buyers want. Use the platform to improve sales visibility, but keep supplier commitments based on records and actual cash flow.
