Bookstore Management | General Merchandise |
Service & Selection
Follett’s expert merchandising team meets with hundreds
of vendors each year to ensure that our stores have the widest
and best selection of products available at the most competitive
prices. Our buyers use their knowledge of national, regional
and local trends to respond quickly to the market’s
buying patterns.
Effective inventory control
Follett knows that at times, your institution will gain
national attention and that has a direct effect on your emblematic
and branded merchandise. Because we have strong relationships
with key vendors, we are able to get the merchandise in your
store and online at efollet.com when you need it. Additionally,
we are the only bookstore management company to own a distribution
and warehouse facility, ensuring fully stocked stores and
rapid replenishment of general supplies.
Special services and programs
Follett provides an array of services to guarantee the best
service to your bookstore.
Specifically, our team:
- Offers on-site assistance to ensure that proper merchandise
mix is implemented and maintained
- Negotiates exclusive promotions with a variety of suppliers
- Conducts monthly visits by trained visual merchandisers
to assist in merchandising presentation and staff training
- Attends frequent market trade shows to stay abreast
of trends
- Provide cap and gown rentals or sales to seniors’ graduation
from America’s colleges and universities, as well
as faculty and administrators involved with commencement
activities
Other offerings may include, but are not limited to:
- Gift certificates
- Postage stamps
- Long distance phone cards
- Athletic concessions
- Gift wrapping
- Parking cards
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