Product Sourcing

Your Ultimate Overstock Partner

  • Looking for a specific item?
  • Looking to enhance a product category?
  • Looking for an assortment of merchandise to stock shelves?
  • Look no further….

With years of experience in the industry, we have built strong relationships with a diverse range of suppliers, including manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers. These connections allow us to offer a vast selection of overstock products across various categories, including electronics, home goods, fashion, sporting goods, and much more.

What sets us apart from the competition is our commitment to transparency, integrity, and exceptional customer service. We believe that open communication is the cornerstone of successful partnerships, and we strive to foster long-term relationships with both our suppliers and buyers. Whether you’re a supplier looking to move excess inventory or a buyer seeking incredible deals, we are here to assist you every step of the way.

Why Buy Inventory Closeouts?

Lower Cost

Overstock products are typically sold at a lower cost than their original retail price. This can help you save money on inventory and increase your profit margins.

Diverse Inventory

Overstock products can provide a diverse range of products for your business to sell, which can attract new customers and increase your revenue streams.

Limited-Edition or Rare Items

Sometimes, overstock products can include limited edition or rare items that are no longer available in stores. This can attract collectors and enthusiasts to your business.

Large Quantities Available

Buying overstock products can give you access to large quantities of inventory, which can be useful if you have a high demand for certain products or if you want to offer bulk discounts to customers.

Quick Turnaround Time

Overstock products are typically available for immediate purchase and delivery, which can help you quickly replenish your inventory and keep your business running smoothly.

Reduced Risk

Since overstock products are already produced and in stock, there is less risk involved in buying them compared to investing in new products that have not yet been tested in the market.

Environmentally Friendly

Buying overstock products can help reduce waste by preventing excess inventory from going to waste or being disposed of in landfills.

Environmentally Friendly

Buying overstock products can help reduce waste by preventing excess inventory from going to waste or being disposed of in landfills.

Want to know the value of your inventory?

What Makes Us Different?

Integrity
Global Network
Transparency
Reliability

“Overstock Trader is a valuable resource to our team. They always deliver, helping us sell our slow-moving inventory quickly. They get us fair pricing on our merchandise.”

Blake, Beauty Manufacturer

“Overstock Trader is easy to work with.  They have a good pulse on the market, and know the major players.  We are happy to have them as part of the team.”

Janet, Warehouse Manager

“Overstock Trader gets the job done. They have helped us many times sell inventory we needed to move quickly.  They have relationships with the right excess inventory buyers for optimal results.”

Cameron, Warehouse manager, distributor

Why Our Clients Work with Us

Industry Knowledge

We have extensive knowledge of our industry including market trends and major players. This knowledge helps us understand the value of the products and how to market them effectively.

Vast Network

We have a strong network of contacts in the industry, which includes our industry leading LinkedIn group with over 7,000 global members. This network should include manufacturers, distributors, and retailers.

Marketing Skills

We possess the marketing skills to help promote the products to potential buyers. We excel in creating effective marketing strategies that generate interest in the products.

Negotiation Skills

We have the negotiation skills to secure the best deals for their clients. A partner should be able to negotiate favorable terms and conditions that benefit both the buyer and the seller, especially in this industry.

Problem-Solving Skills

We think creatively and develop solutions to complex problems. This can include finding alternative sellers or products when a deal doesn’t go as hoped.

Communication Skills

We have excellent communication skills to build relationships with our clients and negotiate effectively.  This is extremely important ,as our global industry has people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Attention to Detail

We are meticulous in our work and pay close attention to details. This is especially true when comparing product options, where the differences can be small. 

Trustworthiness

We are trustworthy and have a strong reputation in the industry. We are transparent in our dealings and prioritize our client’s interests above our own.  We believe in relationships over transactions.

Types of Overstock we support

Seasonal inventory

This is inventory that is specific to a particular season or holiday, such as holiday decorations or summer clothing, but were not sold during that season.

Discontinued products

These are products that are no longer being produced, and may become overstocked if they don’t sell out before production stops.

Excess inventory

This is inventory that a company has ordered in excess of its needs, which can happen due to inaccurate demand forecasting or order placement.

Closeouts

These are products that a retailer is trying to clear out to make room for new inventory, usually at a deep discount.

Shelf pulls

These are items that were once displayed on store shelves but were not sold, usually due to a defect in packaging or minor damage.

Liquidation inventory

These are items that are being sold at a deep discount due to a company’s financial difficulties or bankruptcy.

Slow-moving inventory

Items that are not selling as quickly as expected and may become overstocked over time.

Packaging or labeling changes

If a manufacturer makes changes to the packaging or labeling of a food product, it can result in excess inventory of the old packaging or labeling.

Retailer cancellation

Sometimes retailers may cancel orders last minute, leaving the manufacturer with excess inventory.

Short-Dated Products

This is inventory that has a relatively shelf life or expiration date. Short-dated inventory can be a challenge for businesses, as it requires careful management to avoid spoilage, waste, or obsolescence.

And Much More!