Supplier Benefits

SSL preferred suppliers enjoy a wide range of benefits – unique access to the best winter sports shops, critical retail market intelligence, and the opportunity to access buyers before competitors.

As an SSL Supplier…

Gain access to 60+ specialty retailers while working closely with knowledgeable merchandisers to ensure mutual success. Explore further benefits below.

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Create Partnerships

Create Partnerships

Work with seasoned merchandisers to develop unique preseason programs, connect to members, and gain access to SSL’s buying committees.

Centralized Billing & Payments

Centralized Billing & Payments

SSL offers centralized billing with strong credit and financial services. SSL has built a strong credit position based on a history of reliable payment of invoices for over 50 years.

Communicate Quickly & Efficiently

Communicate Quickly & Efficiently

SSL provides the central link for suppliers to efficiently communicate with retailers regarding product, marketing, merchandising, ordering, and billing.

Credit Status Updates

Credit Status Updates

Throughout the year, SSL evaluates our retailers’ credit data and creates a list indicating levels of shipping approval. This helps protect both preferred suppliers and retailers.

Winter Sports Market

Winter Sports Market

WSM is a private, invitation-only trade show held every January. Tap into this group of leading retailers to better determine forecasting, product development, inventory, and marketing.

Streamlined Business Model

Streamlined Business Model

SSL is the connector, helping bridge the gap between suppliers and members.  Offering centralized billing, order management, and an invite-only trade show, SSL keeps the process streamlined and easy.

Winter Sports Market

Winter Sports Market

This exclusive annual trade show connects our member store owners and buyers with SSL’s preferred suppliers to review new products, discuss new strategies for success, and share best business practices.

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