subject: Owning and Operating a Dollar Store requires Dollar Store Merchandise Decisions [print this page] Owning and Operating a Dollar Store requires Dollar Store Merchandise Decisions
Owning and operating a dollar store involves almost constant decision making. There are decisions about your location options, decisions about the right dollar store suppliers, and even decisions about what products to carry in your store. Many of these decisions come up time after time as you manage your business. After all, as the marketplace changes you need to alter your merchandise offerings to match. Otherwise you will have a fully stocked store and few sales. In today's marketplace tough times are driving more and more shoppers to dollar stores. They are looking to purchase as many of their core needs as possible at the bargain prices offered.
In this article I present owning and operating a dollar store requires merchandise decisions. One of the decisions to make is associated with carrying soft goods. If soft goods are a fit in your location, then read on. I cover the basic items to include.
1. Towels - Kitchen and tea towels, dishcloths, hand towels and wash clothes.
Don't forget to add matching aprons and assorted tablecloths to add to your total sales.
2. Oven mitts and potholders - Oven mitts and potholders are another must.
Once again carry a good assortment of colors and patterns to maximize sales.
3. Linens and accessories - A huge assortment of dollar store merchandise falls into this category.
Examples include napkins, throws, doilies, cushion covers and pillow cases
4. Clothing and accessories - Start with socks.
Socks sell! Continually be on the lookout for new sources of high quality socks for the whole family. Add in neckties and gloves. In fact with gloves you can follow the seasons by adding in everything from winter gloves and mittens to gardening gloves.
5. Other soft goods and related items - Rugs and door mats, shower curtains and liners and more can also be added to your soft goods department.
Always be looking for other apparel and accessories to add in.
One of the important decisions to make for your store is associated with whether to carry soft goods. In today's market this is a good decision for many store owners. Examine your customer base and location and then make the right decision for your business. Shop carefully; locate vendors offering dependable service, competitive prices and quality products. Sure it is only a dollar store, but your shoppers expect good quality at reasonable prices.
To your success at owning and operating a dollar store!
