Saving on Outlet Ordering: Is Consolidating Orders Worth it?

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the logistics and implications of consolidating outlet orders for a host who does not have a personal website. Participants share their experiences and thoughts on whether it's appropriate to submit these orders under the host's name or the consultant's name, and how it affects commissions and shipping costs.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, mentions that outlet orders do not count toward the host's show sales and suggests submitting the orders under the host's name for delivery.
  • Another participant shares their experience of submitting outlet orders under the host's name to help friends and family while ensuring they understand it won't count towards the show sales.
  • Several users express concerns about mixing business with friendship, noting that it can complicate relationships.
  • One participant highlights the potential for earning a discount and building a customer base by charging a price above the outlet cost, while another points out the lack of commission on outlet orders.
  • Some participants discuss the challenges of ordering outlet items through the consultant's system and clarify that these items are non-commissionable.
  • One participant mentions using outlet orders to increase their sales and expresses satisfaction with the process, while another emphasizes the importance of verifying contents to avoid issues.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the appropriateness of submitting outlet orders under the consultant's name versus the host's name, and whether to prioritize personal gain or support for the host. No clear consensus emerges regarding the best approach to handling these orders.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences related to outlet ordering, emphasizing the nuances of working with friends and family in a sales context.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants navigating outlet ordering logistics and those considering how to manage orders for hosts without personal websites may find the shared experiences relevant.

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shelly.nurse
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I have a host whose show is June 20. She keeps e-mailing me questions about outlet ordering and specials. I don't have the website yet (I can't justify the expense yet, I haven't had much success yet).

Anyways, I know that there is no guarantee on the products anyways, so what if I took all the outlet orders and compiled them on one order to save on shipping and ordered as a consultant? Is it okay to do that?
 
Outlet orders won't count toward her show. Make sure she knows that. But, yes, you could submit the orders as one big order. I'd do it under the host's name and have it delivered to her, since it sounds like it's her friends and family who want to order.
 
chefann said:
I'd do it under the host's name and have it delivered to her, since it sounds like it's her friends and family who want to order.
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Since she doesn't have a website, can she do that through CC?
 
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I have made sure to tell her that it will not count towards her party sales, but she said she had some family and friends who wanted to order.

I thought of submitting it through CC under my name (I see her every day at work), getting the 15% discount and charging them the price as listed under the customer web site, offering "free shipping". At least that way, I will be adding to my customer base, and getting a little something for my efforts? Is this okay?
 
but no commission.....
 
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Yeah, I know, but they are insistent. This is the party I previously posted about being a combined party with another in home direct sales consultant, not by my choice. This is a friend, so I could not say no.

However, after my first "real" show, and having a hard time to get the host to close (also a friend), I really don't like mixing business with friendship!!!
 
friends are the hardest to work with. kind of changes the relationship sometimes. I try to stay away from the outlet as much as I can. No guarantee, no returns, insane shipping costs and if the customer is not happy with her purchase, that's what she'll remember about me.
 
I would not put it under your name for your discount. I would get the 20% commission and the amount towards career sales! I have a feeling even though she tells you she "knows" it doesn't count on her Show sales, she doesn't "know" it doesn't count on her Show sales! I would also have it delivered to you to verify the contents. Sometimes they mess up on the Outlet sales and then she would be nuts!
 
The issue is she can't order for a commission b/c she doesn't have a website. Order it through cc and sell it at the price you decide. Be sure that you are making something after tax and shipping. You will still have shipping. Plus, add a couple things for you if you ｗａｎｔ．　Ｕｓｅ　ｔｈｅｍ　ｆｏｒ　ｉｎｃｅｎｔｉｖｅｓ　ｏｒ　ｂｏｏｔｈｓ．Ｉ　ｌｏｖｅ　ｔｈｅ　ｏｕｔｌｅｔ．　It increases my sales a ton and　Ｉ’ｖｅ　ｎｅｖｅｒ　ｈａｄ　ｉｓｓｕｅｓ　ｗｉｔｈ　ｉｎｃｏｒｒｅｃｔ　ｉｔｅｍｓ　ｏｒ　ｕｎｈａｐｐｙ　ｐｅｏｐｌｅ．　　Ｉｎ　ｆａｃｔ，　Ｉput in one or two joint orders per month. B/c I do have a website, I tend to tell hosts that I'll even give them some credit if it makes a difference in their show.Sorry about crazy font. Using a little netbook and it started going crazy!
 
Jules711 said:
The issue is she can't order for a commission b/c she doesn't have a website. Order it through cc and sell it at the price you decide. Be sure that you are making something after tax and shipping. You will still have shipping. Plus, add a couple things for you if you ｗａｎｔ．　Ｕｓｅ　ｔｈｅｍ　ｆｏｒ　ｉｎｃｅｎｔｉｖｅｓ　ｏｒ　ｂｏｏｔｈｓ．

Ｉ　ｌｏｖｅ　ｔｈｅ　ｏｕｔｌｅｔ．　It increases my sales a ton and　Ｉ’ｖｅ　ｎｅｖｅｒ　ｈａｄ　ｉｓｓｕｅｓ　ｗｉｔｈ　ｉｎｃｏｒｒｅｃｔ　ｉｔｅｍｓ　ｏｒ　ｕｎｈａｐｐｙ　ｐｅｏｐｌｅ．　　Ｉｎ　ｆａｃｔ，　Ｉput in one or two joint orders per month. B/c I do have a website, I tend to tell hosts that I'll even give them some credit if it makes a difference in their show.

Sorry about crazy font. Using a little netbook and it started going crazy!
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I thought you were REALLY trying to stress your point *lol* :D
 
NooraK said:
Since she doesn't have a website, can she do that through CC?
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Do you mean ordering through P3? If you can actually order outlet items through CC, how do you do it?
 
If you order outlet items through CC, they're non-commissionable. Go to Managing your business > Samples and supplies > order product samples. One of the options there will be the outlet. We get a discount off the outlet prices, but no commission.There is no way to order outlet items through P3.
 
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I came up with a order form for the outlet ordering. See the attached:
 

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Oh, I borrowed it from someone on this site, thanks to whoever initially designed this form, I was able to tweak it to fit my needs!!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is order consolidation in the context of Pampered Chef outlet ordering?

Order consolidation refers to the practice of combining multiple individual orders into a single larger order. This can help customers save on shipping costs and take advantage of bulk discounts when ordering from the Pampered Chef outlet.

How can I save money by consolidating my orders?

By consolidating your orders, you can reduce the overall shipping fees since many companies, including Pampered Chef, often charge a flat rate for shipping. Additionally, larger orders may qualify for discounts or promotions that smaller orders do not.

Are there any downsides to consolidating orders?

While consolidating orders can save money, it may also lead to longer wait times for delivery, as the entire order will be shipped once all items are available. Additionally, if some items are on backorder, it could delay the entire shipment.

Is there a minimum order amount required for consolidation to be beneficial?

There isn't a specific minimum order amount, but generally, the more items you include in a consolidated order, the greater the potential savings on shipping. It's advisable to calculate the shipping costs for both individual and consolidated orders to determine the best option.

Can I consolidate orders with friends or family to maximize savings?

Yes, consolidating orders with friends or family is a great way to maximize savings. By pooling together orders, you can increase the total order size, which can lead to reduced shipping costs and potentially access to discounts that may not be available for smaller individual orders.

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