March 31, 2026
Foley Viewpoints
Supply Chain Pricing Disputes: Using Commercial Leverage Strategically and Responsibly
Pricing disputes remain a recurring reality across manufacturing and automotive supply chains. Volatility in commodity pricing, labor markets, logistics, and customer demand frequently forces suppliers and OEMs to revisit previously negotiated pricing structures. For companies on both sides of the supply relationship, the central challenge is determining how to assert commercial leverage effectively while preserving critical business relationships and avoiding litigation.