How to find wholesale suppliers and Import Direct?
How to find wholesale suppliers and Import Direct?
Finding a dependable wholesale supplier is a crucial step in starting a successful ecommerce business. So I put together a comprehensive package of resources that will help you find great suppliers (foreign and domestic) and launch your own online store from complete scratch. Be sure to grab it before you leave!
How to approach a new wholesale vendor or supplier?
(The minimum order requirements will vary from vendor to vendor). Overall, going the wholesale route is super easy. Because you are buying the product outright, the vendor generally won’t care whether you are an established business or not because they get paid no matter what.
What should be included in out of stock email?
It may seem obvious, but not every retailer email our test shoppers received had clearly stated customer service contact details and hours of operation. This is a huge miss on keeping customers coming back and enjoying your business.
How long does it take for out of stock email to arrive?
Data from multiple Journey IQ shoppers said they waited on average 9 to 10 days for the out of stock email to arrive. After receiving a response, the shoppers were then forced to call the retailer only to discover the product was out of stock and the order was cancelled. However, it was the quick-responding retailers that stood apart in the test.
How can I find out which wholesaler is stocking my product?
1. Find a product you want to stock then do a Google reverse image search. Many people use the manufacturers images, this means you can also see which wholesaler is stocking the line. 2. See a brand you like? Go to the website footer and see if they have a wholesale/drop-ship/affiliate link. Don’t find anything?
Finding a dependable wholesale supplier is a crucial step in starting a successful ecommerce business. So I put together a comprehensive package of resources that will help you find great suppliers (foreign and domestic) and launch your own online store from complete scratch. Be sure to grab it before you leave!
(The minimum order requirements will vary from vendor to vendor). Overall, going the wholesale route is super easy. Because you are buying the product outright, the vendor generally won’t care whether you are an established business or not because they get paid no matter what.
What’s the best way to find a supplier?
Both Alibaba and Global Sources vet all of their suppliers and provide you with useful information so you can quickly evaluate each vendor. In addition, with a click of a button, you can easily contact a Chinese supplier directly and ask for quotes, minimum order quantities and lead times.