The goal of these misrepresentations is to convince the buyer that the merchandise and prices being offered are consistent with previous orders, and that prices, quantities, and brand names need not be discussed. It's been a while. When it comes to price, the seller may avoid discussing terms, but may reinforce the notion of an on-going relationship. We haven't gone up in three years. I'll make sure to get it to you at that price.
Some scams even package their products to imitate brand name products.
Others will sell half a carton of merchandise for the price of a full carton. It attempts to establish mistrust between the organization and the employee or volunteer. Then, the seller contacts the employee to mislead him or her to agree to receive a promotional item. When the organization receives a credible invoice and asks the employee whether he or she spoke with the seller, the scam is betting that the employee will feel nervous about having agreed to receive a gift. When the employee recalls talking to someone about supplies, the organization may doubt him when he truthfully denies ordering anything.