As of fiscal year 2025, the company sources merchandise for its Retail segment from 347 unrelated third-party suppliers, a decrease from 392 in 2024. In 2025, 10% of purchases come from the Brand Portfolio segment's exclusive and licensed brands, while 24% are from the top three national brand suppliers. Inventory for U.S. stores is primarily shipped directly from suppliers to distribution centers in Columbus, Ohio, and Glendale, Arizona, before being distributed to pool locations and stores. Canadian operations utilize a logistics service provider for inventory distribution. The Brand Portfolio segment is responsible for designing, developing, and sourcing footwear and accessories for wholesale and retail sales. The company employs an order routing optimization system to fulfill online orders from the East Coast Logistics Center in New Jersey, a facility shared with the Brand Portfolio segment. Customers have the option to purchase online and pick up in stores, with returns accepted either by shipment or in-store.
Designer Brands Inc's Comment on Supply Chain
As of fiscal year 2025, the company sources merchandise for its Retail segment from 347 unrelated third-party suppliers, a decrease from 392 in 2024. In 2025, 10% of purchases come from the Brand Portfolio segment's exclusive and licensed brands, while 24% are from the top three national brand suppliers. Inventory for U.S. stores is primarily shipped directly from suppliers to distribution centers in Columbus, Ohio, and Glendale, Arizona, before being distributed to pool locations and stores. Canadian operations utilize a logistics service provider for inventory distribution. The Brand Portfolio segment is responsible for designing, developing, and sourcing footwear and accessories for wholesale and retail sales. The company employs an order routing optimization system to fulfill online orders from the East Coast Logistics Center in New Jersey, a facility shared with the Brand Portfolio segment. Customers have the option to purchase online and pick up in stores, with returns accepted either by shipment or in-store.
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