Weld Your Way to Winning Deals
Expert Manufacturing Negotiation Training
Forge powerful negotiation skills tailored for manufacturing pros. Boost your team’s deals, drive success, and stand out in the industry.
Trusted by the Manufacturing Industry






The manufacturing industry faces a perfect storm of challenges that need urgent action. Labor shortages and a skills gap are hitting hard as older workers retire and new technologies outpace training. Supply chain disruptions and economic uncertainty add more complexity. On top of this, integrating advanced tech and meeting sustainability goals are pressing, with companies striving for net-zero emissions despite high costs and technical obstacles. Manufacturers have no other option but to innovate, train, and protect their operations today to stay competitive and resilient tomorrow.
Negotiation Training Delivers Value
Picture your manufacturing team landing better deals and navigating tricky negotiations with ease. Here’s how honing those skills can transform your team:
- Forge Stronger Supplier Connections: Equip your team to build trust and solid relationships with suppliers for more reliable partnerships.
- Slash Costs: Negotiation isn’t just about talking; it’s about cutting expenses on materials and services to boost your bottom line.
- Resolve Conflicts Smoothly: Give your team the tools to handle disputes quickly and amicably to keep the work environment upbeat and productive.
- Secure Better Contracts: Help your team lock down agreements that protect your interests and align perfectly with your business goals.
- Boost Confidence: A well-trained negotiator walks in with assurance, ready to secure the best possible outcomes.
Negotiation Training for Manufacturing Professionals
The following Life Sciences teams could particularly benefit the most from negotiation training:
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Procurement Teams
Supply Chain Management Teams
Quality Control Teams
Production Planning Teams
Inventory Management Teams
Logistics Teams
Engineering Teams
R&D Teams
Sales Teams
Marketing Teams
Human Resources Teams
Legal Teams
Customer Service Teams
Maintenance Teams
Project Management Teams
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“I highly recommend SNI for negotiation training. SNI really focused on our needs and customized our training so that we got as much out of it as possible. The pre-work was instrumental in engaging our team and fostering learning. We’ve been able to take what we learned and apply it to our daily responsibilities.”
— Senior Manager, Contracts
Collins Aerospace
Shapiro Negotiations Institute: Your Premier Partner for Manufacturing Negotiations Training
Negotiations can get dicey in the manufacturing world. That’s why at Shapiro Negotiations Institute (SNI), we take a highly-customized, interactive, and supportive training approach so you and your team can tackle the unique challenges of the industry.
Here’s why our training hits the mark:
Focused on Manufacturing
We tailor our courses around real manufacturing scenarios, from supplier negotiations to closing client deals.
Hands-On and Engaging
No boring lectures and powerpoint presentations here. Our interactive workshops get your team role-playing real-life situations so the learning sticks.
Ready-to-Use Skills
We teach practical techniques that your team can start using right away. They’ll walk out ready to negotiate their next deal confidently.
Trainers Who Understand
Our trainers bring real manufacturing experience to the table with insights that truly matter. We’ve worked with everyone from Boeing to Under Armour.
Continued Support
We don’t feed you to the wolves. We offer ongoing support to help your team integrate these skills into their daily work.