When preparing end-of-line stock for wholesale sale, show exactly which models and variants remain and how many units of each you can offer. Separate current stock from the collection's former catalogue. A clear inventory lets a B2B buyer assess how the lot fits their sales model without having to guess whether missing sizes or colours will become available again.
End-of-collection stock is not a full collection offer
Stock may come from one collection but include only selected variants. The collection name does not confirm a full size range, every colour or the possibility of replenishment later. Being end-of-line stock does not describe its condition either: state packaging condition, damage and any signs of use separately.
If your submission uses a catalogue photo of the entire range, clearly separate it from photos of the lot for sale and identify variants you are not offering. The buyer should be able to see whether they will receive several repeated items or a wide selection of models with single units of each.
Use one row for each clearly defined variant
Prepare an inventory with the collection name, model code, variant, unit count, condition description and location. The variant depends on the category: for clothing it means size and colour; for other products it may also mean dimensions, finish or equipment version. Retain the manufacturer's identifiers and existing SKUs so that different products are not merged under one name.
| Collection / model | Variant | Unit count | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-1 / C-1 | S, black | 6 | Included in the submitted lot. |
| K-1 / C-1 | M, black | 0 | This variant is unavailable and is not included in the offer. |
| K-1 / C-1 | L, black | 3 | Included in the submitted lot. |
| K-1 / C-1 | M, navy | 4 | A different colour; it does not fill the gap for black size M. |
In the example, 13 units are for sale, but there is no full size range in each colour. The zero-quantity row shows a significant gap and does not increase the number of available products. In a larger inventory, you can move gaps to a separate list; keep a clear distinction between actual stock and the list of catalogue variants.
Keep useful sets together and show the remaining gaps
Do not automatically split original manufacturer sets into individual units simply to equalise box quantities. If the components form one product, show whether it is complete. If they are independent products previously sold together in a promotion, describe their separate codes and quantities. Do not call an arbitrary combination of variants a manufacturer's set.
Also state whether the lot contains variants that require a specific companion product that is no longer available. Information about a missing part of the collection may matter more to a buyer than the collection name alone. Do not replace that information with an assurance that the rest can easily be bought elsewhere unless you have confirmation.
Agree the lot's scope and inventory date
- Identify which collections, models and variants are included in the submission and which are excluded.
- Give the inventory date and state whether sales through other channels are continuing at the same time.
- Distinguish physically held quantities from units that are reserved, damaged or unavailable for release.
- Assign boxes or pallets numbers matching the inventory and take photos of the actual goods.
- Record whether you propose selling the whole lot or allow agreed smaller lots; do not promise a complete collection after part of it has been separated out.
If stock is changing, confirm current quantities before agreeing a transaction. An archived inventory may explain the range's origin but does not replace a list of goods prepared for release. Illustrative photos and catalogue values do not replace the breakdown of variants either.
What to provide for an individual assessment
Attach the inventory, photos, a condition description, the number of outer packages and the goods' location. State any restrictions on splitting the lot and a possible collection date. A separate guide explains how to submit surplus stock; here the priority is clarity about what remains of the range.
PALLEXA assesses the possibility of directly purchasing a lot on the basis of a specific submission. Sending a list of end-of-line stock does not mean that the goods have been accepted or a purchase price agreed. Describe the actual scope of your offer so that further terms can be established individually.