Retailer Expertise
SVI is built on 20 years of experience of team members who have served as vendors to major retailer. Composed of former executive buyers and vendors, SVI Global’s consumer goods experts know what it takes to be successful with your brand, retailers’ owned brands, or licensed products.
Our Retailer Experience
Are you new to doing business with major retailers (Target, Walmart, Home Depot, Costco etc.) and struggling with their complicated requirements and processes? SVI has acquired the know-how in working with various retailers since 2003.
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Our Retailer Partners Include
What We Have
How to sell to retailers? At SVI Global, we boast years of unparalleled experience in navigating the complex world of retail. Whether you’re a seasoned supplier or just starting out, our expertise ensures your products meet the stringent standards demanded by retailers.
Extensive Retail Network
Delivering goods to more than 50 major retailers and over 100,000 outlets worldwide
Tailored Team Expertise
Composed of former executive buyers and vendors, they can handle the complexity and stringent quality control demanded by top retailers
Comprehensive Testing and Inspection
In-house CPSC-certified lab for pre-production testing, contracts with reputable third-party labs, and thorough in-line and final inspections
Manufacturing Timeline Control
Manage factory auditing, production capacity, timeline management, and consistent communication for seamless project launch and efficient production processes
Beyond Low Cost
More than just competitive pricing. We also focus on quality, efficiency, compliance and right-sizing factories
Factory Assessments Aligned with Retailer and Licensor Benchmarks
Whether you need to source certified suppliers or get your current suppliers up to snuff with any retailer’s standards, we’ve got the expertise you need.
We can source certified suppliers who meet the stringent standards required by major retailers.
If your existing suppliers do not yet meet these standards, our skilled audit team can collaborate with them to make the necessary corrections.
Maximize Benefits with Our Audit Team for Your Retail Business
Retailer Process
Navigate the retail landscape with confidence. Our experienced merchandising team will partner with local retailer offices to manage timelines and ensure a seamless integration with top retailers. We meticulously handle quality control and compliance, freeing you to focus on innovation and business growth.
1. Factory Evaluation
Audit sourced or customer nominated factories to ensure they meet retailer requirements, including social compliance, quality systems, C-TPAT, and production capacity evaluations based on projected order quantities.
2. Sample Approval
Coordinate with factories and retailer local offices in China to ensure samples meet retailer requirements and approval processes.
3. Pre-Production Preparation
Ensure all compliance and certification documents are in order.
Review and confirm all material specifications and production plans with the retailer.
Adhere to the agreed production timeline and quality standards.
Conduct regular quality checks and immediately report any deviations to the retailer.
Conduct SVI quality inspections prior to retailer inspections.
Perform in-house testing for samples, pre-production samples, and in-line samples before third-party lab testing.
6. Shipping and Documentation
Prepare all necessary shipping documents and certifications.
Coordinate with the retailer’s logistics team to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
7. Post-Delivery Review
Review delivery performance and quality with the client.
Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
