Industrial distributors

Definition

Industrial distributors are companies that purchase products directly from manufacturers and then sell them to businesses, usually for industrial, construction, or business operations. They act as intermediaries in the supply chain, providing access to a wide range of products and often offering additional services such as product customization, technical support, and inventory management.

Related terms

Supply Chain Management:

The coordination and management of all activities involved in sourcing, procurement, conversion, and logistics management activities.

Inventory Management:

The process of ordering, storing, using, and selling a company's inventory which includes both raw materials and finished goods.

Wholesale Trade: The business activity of buying goods in large quantities from producers or manufacturers and then selling them in smaller quantities to retailers or other businesses