Boscov’s is a family-owned department store that has been in business for over 100 years. This department store chain has various locations on the East Coast and a more recent but strong online presence. Many vendors are interested in getting their products into this store but find the process to be challenging. Here we have put together a guide to help you in the process of becoming a drop-ship vendor with Boscov’s.
Boscov’s refers to its drop ship program as Supplier Direct Fulfillment. This program allows vendors to list products on their website and then fulfill and ship the orders from their individual warehouses all under the Boscov’s name. To be a part of this program, vendors must follow laid out rules and requirements put in place by Boscov’s. This program is beneficial to all involved, customers get a bigger product selection, vendors gain access to a customer base, and Boscov’s gets to sell products without purchasing inventory in bulk.
Program Requirements
- Terms of business must be agreed upon, and a Vendor Direct To Consumer Trading Agreement must be signed.
- All products must have a unique UPC approved by the GS1
- Vendors must trade with Boscov’s via OpenText
- Vendors must provide accurate and daily inventory feed for all items via OpenText
How To Start Selling On Boscov’s
Now that you know a bit about what will be required of you as a Boscov’s vendor, let’s take a look at how to become a dropship vendor. To become a Boscov’s vendor, you will first need to make their buying team aware of your company and products. Here are a few methods you can utilize in your attempt to reach their buying department.
Call Corporate
Now that you know a bit about what will be required of you as a Boscov’s vendor, let’s take a look at how to become a dropship vendor. To become a Boscov’s vendor, you will first need to make their buying team aware of your company and products. Here are a few methods you can utilize in your attempt to reach their buying department.
Boscov’s Corporate Number: 610-779-2000
If you are able to get the buyer’s name, you can use LinkedIn to find them and send them a message through that platform. You can also use LinkedIn to find individuals in the buying department by searching them through the company and position title. Through this platform, you may be able to make contact with the right individual or get the contact information for the right person you need to reach.
Create a high-quality product catalog and a letter introducing your company; include all relevant information about your brand and your capabilities. Once you have put these things together, you can send them to their buying department at the corporate office. The Boscov’s corporate headquarters office is located in Reading, PA.
Address:
4500 Perkiomen Ave
Reading, PA 19606
Once you have gotten in contact with someone in the Boscov’s buying department, they will want to schedule a call to learn more about your company and capabilities for inventory, shipping, and connections. From here, the buyer will decide whether or not to move forward with you as a buyer.
Setup Process
A very important part of the setup process with Boscov’s is setting up the EDI connection. EDI is a required method for sending and receiving business documents. More information on the EDI Mapping requirements can be found in the EDI Mapping Specifications posted in the vendor section. Boscov’s is currently partnering with OpenText to manage their EDI; help from them can be found on OpenText.com or 1-877-446-6847.
Product Creation
Boscov’s has a team of merchandisers who manage the products and content that goes up on their website. Vendors must first agree with their buyers on the products they want to move forward with and consider the margins. To get products up onto their website, vendors have to complete Boscov’s Assortment Worksheets. Vendors also have to provide high-quality product images for each item.
Vendors can upload their product selection to the GXS Catalogue and then distribute this catalog to Boscov’s and other retailers.
You and the buyer will negotiate the cost of the goods you provide to Boscov’s. The cost of a product should take into account all of the related expenses for making and shipping the items to the end customer.
Right On Tech Support
Once you have finished your registration process and have uploaded your products, you should begin to receive orders. Becoming a vendor for Boscov’s or other big retailers can be challenging and time-consuming, so it is only reasonable that vendors want to make the most of these relationships. At Right On Tech, we have years of experience working with vendors just like you. We have created solutions to fit your needs and help you stay ahead of your competition on this and other selling platforms. Contact Us for more information.
