A Stackelberg game on production planning of make-to-order manufacturing supply chain with fuzzy parameters

This paper considers a game-theoretic approach in analyzing a single manufacturer-multiple supplier make-to-order supply chain with fuzzy parameters involved. Under the supply chain exists an exclusive supplier for every component required by the manufacturer. The manufacturer may also opt for a third-party subcontractor to produce a portion of its demand. The interactions and decisions between the manufacturer and its suppliers are determined in multiple time periods. We assume that the supply chain faces a price and lead time-sensitive demand.