Wholesale & distribution inventory management

Wholesale Inventory Management Software That Connects Your Distribution Network

Cin7 is wholesale inventory management software that puts your stock, B2B orders, warehouses, and accounting in one place, so you always know what you’ve got and where it’s going. Managing wholesale inventory across multiple locations and channels doesn’t have to be complicated.

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Key IMS Features for Wholesale & Distribution

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Give B2B buyers a self-service portal with custom catalogs and customer-specific pricing.

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See live stock levels across every warehouse, location, and 3PL in one system.

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Automate purchasing and reordering, with AI-powered demand forecasting to stay ahead.

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Sync sales and COGS with Xero and QuickBooks so your books stay accurate.

Simplify wholesale orders

A Seamless B2B Buying Experience

Cin7’s B2B portal transforms the wholesale ordering process with an intuitive, self-service platform for browsing custom catalogs, placing orders, and tracking deliveries. Eliminate manual order entry, reduce errors, and enhance customer satisfaction with streamlined workflows that make reordering fast and effortless. Set customer-specific price tiers and handle wholesale and DTC orders side by side in one system with multichannel selling.

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What to Look for in Wholesale Inventory Management Software

Not every inventory tool is built for wholesale. Here’s what to check before you commit, and where Cin7 covers each one. If a tool misses more than one or two of these, you’ll feel it the first time a big order lands.

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Multi-Warehouse Visibility

Cin7 shows live stock levels across every warehouse, location, and 3PL in one system.

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B2B Ordering

Cin7’s B2B portal gives each buyer their own catalog and price tier.

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Purchasing Automation

Cin7 automates purchase orders, tracks supplier performance, and keeps an eye on stock levels for you.

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Channel Integrations

Cin7 connects natively with Xero, QuickBooks, Amazon, Shopify, and more.

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Batch, Serial, and Expiry Tracking

Cin7 tracks every batch and serial number, so recalls don’t turn into fire drills.

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Demand Forecasting

Cin7 uses AI to spot demand patterns and automate reordering before shelves run low.

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Room to Scale

Cin7 grows with you as you add warehouses, channels, and customers, so you won’t need to switch systems.

Smarter warehousing

Make Every Square Foot Count

Cin7’s Warehouse Management System (WMS) streamlines your operations with precision. Use guided picking paths and wave-based picking to cut walking time by up to 40%. The Cin7 WMS app keeps stock movements, availability, and reorder needs at your fingertips for seamless inventory management.

Running more than one warehouse or working with a 3PL? Keep stock in sync across multiple warehouses and your logistics partners with Cin7 3PL Connect.

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CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS

Celebrating Customer Success

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There was a list of about 100 things we needed to operate; Cin7 was ticking boxes.

Kashi Leuchs

Black Seal

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It’s much easier to utilize than any other inventory system that we’ve seen. And because it’s in the cloud, we’re no longer tied to a software server. We can do our business on the road and still have full visibility no matter where we are.

Paul Kao

Playtech

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It’s streamlined everything we’re doing...we’re running all on one system. We didn’t know that could happen.

Luke Faithfull

Step Up Industries

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Master Every Step of Your Inventory

Cin7’s distribution management software brings clarity to complex operations. Track serial numbers, batches, and expirations in one system, so you can keep your inventory and shipping in perfect sync.

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Simplify Purchasing and Supplier Management

Streamline your sourcing process with tools to automate purchase orders, track supplier performance, and monitor stock levels in real time. Ensure your shelves stay stocked and your business ready to meet customer demand effortlessly.

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Optimize Your Warehouse Operations

Cin7’s warehouse management tools keep your inventory organized and your operations running smoothly. Track stock across multiple locations, streamline picking and packing, and ensure faster, more accurate order fulfillment every time.

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Connect and Collaborate Effortlessly

Streamline purchase orders, invoices, and shipping details with Cin7’s seamless integrations. Connect directly with major retailers and partners from a single platform to reduce manual data entry, minimize errors, and accelerate fulfillment. Selling to big-box retailers? Cin7 EDI handles their purchase orders, invoices, and shipping details, so you can keep up without retyping a thing.

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Simplify Finances Across Borders

Stay informed and organized with Cin7’s finance management tools. Direct integrations with Xero and QuickBooks ensure accurate reporting, while real-time COGS analysis and built-in currency conversion help you manage finances seamlessly across regions.

Report

Track Orders, Dollars, and Performance

The right distribution management software knows whether your business meets or exceeds KPIs. Cin7 offers a roster of reports showing live insights and opportunities to optimize operations, streamline workflows, and improve shipping efficiency for smoother order fulfillment.

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Predict Demand in Cities and Countries Alike

Anticipating order trends across regions can be challenging. Cin7’s forecasting tools use AI to identify emerging patterns and help you stay ahead of demand, ensuring your wholesale inventory management is always aligned with market trends, even across borders.

How Cin7 Compares for Wholesale Distributors

Most wholesalers start on spreadsheets, move to a basic inventory app, and then outgrow both once B2B orders and warehouses multiply. Here’s how the options stack up.

Capability Spreadsheets Basic inventory apps Cin7
B2B portal Orders arrive by email or phone and get keyed in by hand Often limited or missing Built-in B2B portal with custom catalogs and customer-specific pricing
Multi-warehouse Separate tabs that drift out of sync Often limited to one or a few locations Live stock across your warehouses and 3PLs in one system
EDI Not supported Usually needs a separate provider EDI for retailer purchase orders, invoices, and shipping details
Forecasting Manual formulas and best guesses Basic reorder points AI-powered demand forecasting and automated reordering
Integrations Manual exports and imports A small set of connectors Native integrations with QuickBooks, Xero, Amazon, Shopify, and more

Wholesale Inventory Management Software FAQs

How does Cin7’s B2B portal benefit wholesalers and distributors?

Our B2B portal makes buying between companies as simple as ordering consumer products. Browsing custom catalogs, placing orders, and managing deliveries all happen in Cin7, freeing up time for your team.

Does Cin7 manage inventory across warehouses and locations?

Yes. Our platform specializes in warehouse and distribution inventory management. From one warehouse to the next, whether across town or across oceans, stock levels stay accurate, replenishment is managed easily, and everything flows smoothly, no matter where your products are stored.

Can Cin7 streamline my order fulfillment process?

Yes. Automate everything from receiving to fulfillment with end-to-end distribution management software, reducing errors and speeding up delivery times. Whether bundling products or shipping across regions, orders will get where they need to go.

How does Cin7 handle product bundling for wholesale orders?

Cin7 lets you create product bundles in a snap. Auto-assemble bundles for wholesale customers through customized catalogs and keep inventory totals on track while easily meeting customer demand.

Can Cin7 improve warehouse efficiency?

Yes. Using Cin7’s advanced WMS optimizes efficiency with features like guided walk paths and wave-based picking. Cut walking time by up to 40% and reduce cost per order to ensure your warehouse operates at peak performance.

Can Cin7 handle multi-currency transactions for global wholesalers?

Yes. Everything from euros to yen: Cin7 keeps your financials accurate and in sync so you can sell around the world and keep your accountants happy.

How does Cin7 automate order processing for distributors?

Cin7 offers advanced automation capabilities like Salesforce automation, automated order routing, and splitting. These features reduce manual intervention, speed up delivery times, and ensure efficient order fulfillment.

Can Cin7 help prevent stockouts?

Yes. With demand forecasting and automated reordering, Cin7 ensures products are available when needed, minimizing stockouts and keeping operations running smoothly.

What integrations are available in Cin7 for distribution management?

Cin7 integrates with major platforms like Amazon, Shopify, QuickBooks, and Xero, synchronizing inventory levels, order fulfillment, and distribution channels to streamline operations and reduce costs.

Does Cin7 offer batch and expiration tracking?

Yes, Cin7 provides batch and expiration tracking to manage recalls and compliance while maintaining product quality and customer trust.

What should I look for in wholesale inventory management software?

Look for live stock across every warehouse, a B2B portal with customer-specific pricing, purchasing automation, and accounting integrations. Batch, serial, and expiry tracking, plus demand forecasting, round out the list. Cin7 covers all of these in one IMS, so you won’t need to stitch tools together.

Does Cin7 integrate with QuickBooks and Xero?

Yes. Cin7 has direct integrations with QuickBooks and Xero, plus real-time COGS analysis. Your sales and purchasing data flows into your accounting software, so your books and your stock tell the same story.

What is wholesale inventory management?

Wholesale inventory management is how you track, store, and move stock you sell in bulk to retailers and other businesses. It covers purchasing from suppliers, keeping counts accurate across warehouses, and fulfilling large B2B orders on time. Done well, you always know what’s on the shelf and what’s already promised to a customer.

Can I use Excel for wholesale inventory management?

You can, but only while your catalog is very small. Spreadsheets don’t update in real time, so stock counts drift the moment orders come in from more than one place. They also can’t forecast demand for you, which means a lot of manual formulas and best guesses.

Is cloud-based inventory software better than on-premise?

For most wholesalers, yes. Cloud software like Cin7 lets you check stock, orders, and reports from anywhere, without maintaining your own servers. Updates happen automatically, and adding a new warehouse or sales channel doesn’t mean buying new hardware.

What reports can wholesale inventory management software generate?

Good software reports on stock levels, cost of goods sold (COGS), sales, and product performance, so you can spot your winners and losers quickly. Cin7’s advanced reporting and analytics show live insights across locations and channels. That means fewer end-of-month surprises and more time acting on what the numbers tell you.

What is the 80/20 rule in inventory?

The 80/20 rule, also called the Pareto principle, says a small share of your products usually drives most of your revenue. Inventory teams apply it through ABC analysis, grouping SKUs by how much they contribute so the top sellers get the closest attention. In practice, you keep your best movers well stocked and avoid tying up cash in slow ones.

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Your business doesn’t need to manage everything on its own. Kick off a journey to connecting your inventory, sales, finances, and more with wholesale inventory management software that’s ready to grow with you.

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