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Wholesale Dollar Merchandise
The two most important decisions you'll make when you're
considering opening a dollar store are the location and the inventory you'll
stock. Furthermore, it's important to realize that these two elements are
intimately related. Of course you'll want to carry the widest possible variety
of merchandise, but the demographics of your particular location will suggest
certain categories you'll want to emphasize, both in terms of quantity and
effective display.
When considering location, don't make the mistake of assuming that dollar stores
are best confined to lower and middle income areas. A recent survey found that
nearly half of all families with an annual income of $70,000 or more shopped at
dollar stores. A major factor in this is convenience: today's busy consumers
don't want to have to search for parking and negotiate a huge megastore to pick
up just a few items. A clean, open store layout is particularly important in
these areas. You might also want to skew your inventory to include more
top-brand names.
In suburban areas where young families are the norm, you might want to consider
stocking maternity clothes, birthday party paraphernalia, baby clothes and
supplies, and toys and craft items. In urban areas, carrying a basic selection
of groceries will bring customers in, and they often buy something else while
they're there.
At Dollar Store Merchandise,
we are glad to help you analyze your needs. We carry everything you need to
stock your shelves and will help you choose the best items and the widest
variety. Browse our catalog online or call for a free print catalog.
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