Business Info Help

October 9, 2008

Where to Buy Wholesale Items

Filed under: Information, Services, Products — The CEO @ 3:51 pm


If you are planning to open a retail shop, you will need to establish a relationship with a supplier who will provide the merchandise.  There are a myriad of suppliers to choose from:

 

Importers – Given the widespread globalization of today’s world economy, importing products and buying overseas is easier than ever.  You can purchase directly from a foreign company or importers; however, make sure you understand the requisites of doing so – the required paperwork, shipping time, costs, etc.

 

Manufacturers – Many retailers are able to purchase wholesale clothing and other goods directly from the manufacturer.  However, many will only sell their goods in bulk or set a minimum number that must be purchased.  If there is a particular product or line you want to sell, see if the manufacturer will sell directly to dealers – if not, find out where you can purchase the product.

 

Distributors – A distributor is one who sells products within a certain classification, such as distributors of Apple products.  Their prices will be slightly higher than the manufacturer but the advantage of purchasing through a distributor is there’s generally no minimum amount requirement.

 

Liquidators – There are also a myriad of wholesalers who don’t sell just one type of product by actually a myriad of products – closeouts, pallets, or truckloads of merchandise that are often quite cheap.  Make sure you know the terms and conditions of purchasing such items.

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