Finding a wholesale bedding supplier for your retail business can be a daunting task. The retailer-supplier relationship is one of the most important relationships for your business, and it is critical to get it right. There are many considerations to keep in mind when going into a partnership of this kind. It is essential to partner with a company you can trust, and that can be relied on to supply wholesale bedding when you need it and at the quality level you expect. 

Below, we’ll look at some of the best ways retailers can find the right wholesale bedding company to partner with for their business. 

Use Your Networks

One of the best ways to find reliable and quality suppliers is to ask people you know in your industry for their recommendations. 

While competitors may not want to share their business secrets, it can sometimes be advantageous for everyone to share their contacts. Even if it turns out that their supplier isn’t right for you, they may be able to connect you with someone else who is the right fit. Finding people with a solid reputation in your industry is key. 

Use Professional Directories and Online Research

While not every supplier will have an up-to-date website, most will be listed on industry directories or through industry listings. Most will include hundreds of listings for manufacturers and wholesalers. You will still need to narrow down your search, but it is an excellent place to start. 

Google is also a great place to find wholesaler listings. You may need to be thorough in your search and use different keywords to find exactly what you are looking for. 

Ask Wholesalers Questions Before Making a Decision

Once you’ve narrowed down your search to a shortlist of wholesalers, it is a good idea to continue your research into their operations. Here are some things to consider.

Make Sure They Can Provide What You Need

If you are looking to find a wholesale bedding supplier in North America, it is essential to understand what kind of supplier you need. Do you need them to make your own brand of products for you, or do you need them to supply you with existing brands? Are you looking for a distributor? 

Not all wholesalers are manufacturers and not all manufacturers are wholesalers who make custom products. At Westex, we are happy to work with your company to develop customized solutions to fit your business needs.

Quality Products

Ensure their products are the quality you expect. At Westex, we have an extensive quality control process audited by Bureau Veritas. We proudly stand behind the quality of our products and guarantee them free from all defects resulting from faulty design, material, or workmanship. 

Is the Wholesaler Sustainable and Ethical?

Ask about their environmental policy and workplace conditions. Do they belong to any industry organizations or follow ethical manufacturing standards? How do they source their supplies? By asking these questions, you’ll be able to determine what sustainability measures they have in place.

Reliable and On-Time

Recent global events have shown everyone how a disruption in one part of the world can affect manufacturing and supply worldwide. Ensure your wholesalers have a plan for dealing with supply disruptions and ask about their lead time for manufacturing. 

Products Customers Want

Find out what products are popular with your customers and ensure that your wholesaler can supply these products. Ask about minimum orders, and if you are a retailer looking for a large amount of inventory, can they handle large-scale orders?

Work with a Leading North American Wholesale Bedding Company

Westex is committed to being an industry leader and wants to ensure we can identify with your core values and core consumer. If you are interested in partnering with Westex, contact our team for more information and to discuss how we can meet your needs.