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BUYING & SELLING

A practical approach to seasonal closeout inventory

A practical guide from the MRT closeout notebook.

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Seasonal merchandise has a selling window. Timing, storage and the customer’s next occasion all matter when deciding what to buy or when to sell.

For buyers: plan the full selling window

Consider when merchandise can arrive, how long it will take to merchandise it and when customer demand peaks. A low unit cost may not compensate for an assortment that reaches your shelves too late.

For sellers: share dates early

Include your desired movement date and any warehouse constraints when submitting a seasonal lot. State whether the packaging references a particular year, event or promotion so buyers understand the selling context.

Evaluate carryover inventory carefully

Some seasonal goods can be stored for a later period; others lose usefulness because of packaging, dates or trends. Review storage conditions, product durability and shelf life before planning to carry merchandise forward.

Give the quote context

Tell MRT which season, region or sales event you are preparing for. Include delivery requirements and how much inventory you can handle. Those details help focus the conversation on merchandise that fits.

Put the next step in motion.

Explore merchandise or send MRT the inventory you’re ready to sell.

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