Supplier Growth & Incentives

At Trustbridge, we believe the best supplier relationships are partnerships — not transactions. That’s why we’ve created a supplier engagement model that rewards consistency, excellence, and contribution to the broader growth of our platform.

If you’re looking for more than just short-term work, and want to grow alongside a sourcing partner who values your role in the ecosystem, our Supplier Growth & Incentive Programs are built for you.

We don’t just talk about long-term alignment — we back it up with real opportunity, including access to premium projects, deeper customer relationships, and even phantom equity participation in the future growth of Trustbridge.

What Supplier Growth Looks Like at Trustbridge

Consistent Job Flow

We monitor supplier performance and customer feedback on every project. Shops that deliver high-quality parts, communicate well, and hit deadlines are prioritized for future projects — especially for repeat customers and high-value accounts.

More matches with projects in your specialty
Faster access to RFQs with shorter timelines
Early inclusion in pilot production and NPI builds
Preference for complex or multi-part assemblies

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Preferred Supplier Status

Top-performing suppliers can be added to customer-specific approved vendor lists managed by Trustbridge. These relationships often yield steady workstreams, improved forecasting, and the opportunity to become a de facto production partner.

Embedded in customer workflow through Trustbridge
Option to receive blanket POs or volume forecasts
Co-branded case studies or project spotlights (optional)
Strategic alignment with Trustbridge account managers

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Access to Premium Projects

As we grow, so does the quality and scale of projects we handle — from multi-thousand-unit production runs to multi-process subassemblies with tight tolerance and regulatory requirements.

High-performing suppliers may be invited to:

Join closed RFQ cycles for enterprise accounts
Participate in large BOM project bids
Serve as an anchor supplier in regional sourcing strategies
Offer integrated services (e.g., machining + finishing + kitting)

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Phantom Equity Participation (Incentive Pool)

Select suppliers may be invited to participate in our phantom equity incentive program — a way to share in the upside of the Trustbridge platform as it grows.

Here’s how it works:

Phantom equity grants are awarded based on contribution to platform growth
– This may include: project volume, referral of other qualified suppliers, technical collaboration, customer retention, or service expansion
Phantom equity holders do not own shares, but are entitled to a share of the proceeds in the event of:
– A sale of the Trustbridge business
– A dividend distribution from profits
– Other liquidity events tied to business performance
Grants vest over time and are performance-based
Grants are awarded at the discretion of the Trustbridge leadership team to a select group of partners demonstrating exceptional alignment and value

This structure enables our most engaged partners to benefit not just from job flow — but from the long-term value they help us create.

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Supplier Referral Program

Do you know other shops that deliver like you do? We offer bonuses to suppliers who introduce high-quality vendors who get approved and successfully complete projects.

Cash bonuses or project credits for successful referrals
Ability to build your own ecosystem within Trustbridge (e.g., trusted finishers, material providers, etc.)
Shared opportunities for integrated quoting on multi-step projects

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How to Qualify for Incentives

We evaluate supplier contribution based on a mix of:

Volume Contribution → Number and size of projects successfully completed

On-Time Delivery → Meeting lead times and milestone updates

Quality Performance → Low rejection rates and strong customer feedback

Responsiveness → Fast, clear communication throughout project lifecycle

Collaboration → Willingness to co-develop solutions and share feedback

Platform Advocacy → Referring new customers or suppliers, co-marketing, etc

You don’t need to check every box to qualify — but we’re always looking for signs that a supplier is invested in our mutual success.

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