Direct stock acquisition
We assess suitable excess, surplus, residual, seasonal and returned non-food stock with a view to agreeing a direct purchase on clear commercial terms.
Confidential B2B stock solutions
A considered route for surplus stock.
Meridian works with businesses, organisations and professional stockholders across a wide range of sectors. We assess each commercially viable non-food stock opportunity individually, with discretion built into the process.
Confidential by defaultClear commercial termsResponsible stock recovery
DIRECT ACQUISITIONCONTROLLED CHANNELSBRAND CONSIDERATIONCOMMERCIAL CLARITY
Stock solutions, handled properly
01 / OVERVIEWRelease value without losing control of the details.
Stock can become surplus for many reasons: range changes, cancelled orders, seasonal demand, customer returns, packaging updates or a shift in commercial priorities. Whatever the cause, the next step should be structured and proportionate.
Meridian provides a direct, business-to-business route. We begin with the facts, assess the opportunity on its own merits and only proceed where the products, quantities, condition, handling requirements and commercial expectations align.
Our services
One accountable route.
Built around your stock.
Our role is to make a potentially complicated stockholding easier to assess and move, while keeping communication direct and expectations realistic.
Brand-sensitive solutions
Where stock requires additional care, we can discuss confidentiality, territory, timing, de-branding and channel requirements before terms are agreed.
Planned stock transitions
From one-off opportunities to recurring stock flows, we coordinate the information, assessment and handover around the practical needs of the stockholder.
Commercial judgement
Useful information leads to better decisions.
Clear manifests, product identifiers, quantities, condition details, location and timing help us form a realistic view quickly. For returned or mixed-condition goods, photographs, testing information and representative samples can also be useful.
- New and sealed consumer products
- Excess, residual and discontinued lines
- Open-box and selected returned stock
- One-off volumes or recurring requirements
A clear process
From first details
to agreed handover.
An enquiry starts a conversation; it does not commit either party. Each stage is confirmed before the next begins.
Share the essentials
Send a stock list with quantities, condition, location, ownership, timing and any known restrictions.
Commercial assessment
We review the product profile, handling requirements, likely demand and operational fit.
Agree the route
If there is a fit, price, payment, delivery arrangements and any brand-protection requirements are set out clearly.
Complete the handover
Once terms are agreed in writing, collection or delivery is coordinated around the agreed timescale.
Discretion & brand protection
Your stock should not create a problem elsewhere.
We treat supplier identities, commercial discussions and stock information with care. We do not publicise a supplier relationship without permission, and brand-sensitive requirements can be discussed before any transaction is agreed.
Depending on the stock and the supplier's objectives, this may include agreed territories, timing, customer type, de-branding, packaging treatment or restrictions on particular channels. Any controls that form part of the transaction should be documented clearly in writing.
01 Confidential conversations02 Appropriate onward channels03 Written restrictions where agreed
Responsible stock recovery
Keep useful products in circulation for longer.
Finding a productive route for viable stock can reduce avoidable disposal, extend product life and recover value that would otherwise be lost. Where practical, we also look to consolidate movements and reuse or recycle suitable packaging.
Extend useful product lifeReduce avoidable wastePlan stock movements efficiently
Part of The Meridian Group
Commercially focused.
Relationship led.
Meridian Stock Solutions is the group's specialist B2B stock acquisition brand, built around practical judgement, direct communication and long-term working relationships.
About Meridian ↗Have stock to discuss?
Start with the essentials.
We'll assess the fit.
Tell us what the products are, their condition, approximate quantity, location, ownership position, timescale and any brand or channel requirements we should understand.