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Vendor consolidation gives you complete supply chain visibility
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Rapid 24-hour processing delivers speed-to-market advantages
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Strategic retail consolidation optimizes your transportation costs
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Advanced security protects your high-value retail merchandise
Vendor consolidation gives you complete supply chain visibility
Getting information out of LTL networks can be tricky. GEODIS retail vendor consolidation gives you complete transparency across your vendor supply chain. This helps you to better plan your dock labor and increases efficiency across your distribution network.
- Predictable delivery scheduling replaces unpredictable LTL arrivals with organized, scheduled deliveries that optimize your dock operations
- Complete trailer visibility through advanced shipping notices, showing exactly what cartons are on each trailer before arrival
- Priority freight handling enables hot PO expediting through our consolidation system when urgent merchandise needs to be dealt with quickly
- Real-time shipment tracking provides visibility at every step, unlike traditional LTL networks with limited tracking capabilities
- DC-specific load building creates trailers targeted to specific distribution centers for maximum efficiency
- Integrated reporting gives you comprehensive visibility across your entire vendor network through unified dashboards
We work with major retailers across the U.S. Join them, and get consistent operational excellence through complete supply chain transparency.
Rapid 24-hour processing delivers speed-to-market advantages
Delays kill retail profits. GEODIS vendor consolidation processes your freight in 24 hours from vendor pickup to outbound loading, getting your merchandise to market quickly.
- Multiple shift operations ensure fast processing to meet demanding retail timelines and seasonal requirements
- Immediate flow-through processing minimizes inventory dwell times at consolidation facilities, so that your DCs and stores get products faster
- Vendor pickup coordination helps to manage your shipping windows across our service areas
- Advanced route optimization through our TMS systems maximizes your pickup efficiency and reduces transit times
- Quality verification at vendor locations maximizes accuracy before consolidation
- Same-day processing available for priority clients during peak seasons
- 30+ years of retail expertise serving many of the top 100 U.S. retailers means we understand the seasonal pressures and volume fluctuations that define retail success
With 24x7 container and trailer receiving capabilities, we have the flexibility to meet your most demanding schedule requirements.
Strategic retail consolidation optimizes your transportation costs
Traditional LTL creates unpredictable costs and inefficiencies. GEODIS vendor consolidation enhances your transportation network to give you measurable cost advantages.
- Volume leverage through consolidation creates better transportation rates than individual vendor shipments
- Elimination of LTL accessorials removes unpredictable costs that disrupt transportation budgets
- Better cube utilization through floor loading optimizes trailer space versus vendor-packed pallets
- Blended freight opportunities combine domestic and international shipments for optimal load building
- DC bypass capabilities enable direct-to-store delivery, reducing handling costs and accelerating delivery
- Multiple DC distribution breaks down consolidated shipments for efficient distribution to multiple locations
Our vendor consolidation programs deliver predictable transportation costs while optimizing your entire distribution network.
Advanced security protects your high-value retail merchandise
Valuable retail merchandise demands enhanced security measures. GEODIS vendor consolidation uses advanced security protocols that are designed for high-value retail freight protection.
- Advanced GPS systems provide real-time location tracking throughout the consolidation and delivery process
- In-cab camera systems offer visual monitoring of freight handling and transportation security
- Comprehensive security protocols protect merchandise from pickup through final delivery to your distribution centers
- Driver vetting ensures that your goods are handled by trustworthy personnel
- Rapid response capabilities provide quick communication and issue resolution when challenges arise
Dual relationship management ensures excellent service to both retailers and vendors for smooth operations
Our security focus and customer service excellence means you can trust GEODIS to protect your products and minimize your losses.
Comprehensive vendor consolidation services
FAQs about vendor consolidation
We provide 24-hour turnaround from vendor pickup to outbound loading through our multiple shift operations. Vendors contact us to schedule pickups within retailer-specified ship windows, and our drivers perform count and inspection at vendor locations before transportation.
Our standard vendor pickup coverage extends 150 miles from our consolidation facilities, focusing on high-density vendor areas in core retail markets including Northeast, Southeast, Southern California, and major metro and port areas across the U.S. This radius is expandable based on volume requirements, and we can integrate with partner carriers to extend reach for retailers requiring broader geographic coverage for their vendor networks.
Yes, our DC bypass program enables direct-to-store delivery for store-ready merchandise that doesn't require distribution center processing. We consolidate store-specific merchandise and provide individual carton labeling for retailers with systems capable of store-level allocation. This service minimizes handling costs while accelerating speed-to-market for appropriate retail merchandise.
We maintain comprehensive security protocols specifically designed for retail merchandise protection including advanced GPS systems providing real-time location tracking, in-cab camera systems for visual monitoring of freight handling, and comprehensive security measures from pickup through final delivery. Our dual relationship management ensures excellent service to both retailers and vendors while maintaining security standards.
Our systems integrate with retailer TMS platforms through EDI connectivity supporting ANSI X12 transactions via AS2 communication protocols. We support multiple file formats including XML, JSON, positional or delimited flat files, and various communication methods including SFTP and web services. Our systems provide real-time updates every 15 minutes with comprehensive ASN generation for complete shipment visibility.
Vendor consolidation benefits include eliminating unpredictable LTL accessorial charges while creating volume leverage for better transportation rates. Our consolidation process optimizes cube utilization through floor loading versus vendor-packed pallets, and enables blended freight opportunities combining domestic and international shipments. The predictable scheduling also improves dock labor efficiency at retailer distribution centers.
Volume requirements depend on geographic vendor density within our service radius and the ability to maintain regular outbound trailers to retailer distribution centers. We work with retailers to analyze their vendor networks and determine optimal consolidation opportunities. Our established relationships with major retailers demonstrate successful programs across various volume levels and geographic configurations.
Retailers issue purchase orders to vendors with specified ship windows, and vendors contact GEODIS to schedule pickups within those timeframes. Our TMS systems verify PO details including weights, dimensions, and cube while planning optimal pickup routes. We maintain established vendor relationships that ensure smooth pickup operations through clear communication protocols and proven processes.
Our retail vendor consolidation positions the retailer as the customer and decision-maker, unlike traditional consolidation where vendors control the process. We provide 24-hour turnaround processing, complete shipment visibility through ASNs, and comprehensive security measures including GPS tracking and in-cab cameras. Our established relationships with major retailers spanning over a decade demonstrate consistent operational excellence and reliability in the retail logistics market.
