Buying surplus stock: the complete guide for retailers and online shops

The best-value way to buy surplus stock is from a specialist stock lot wholesaler. At Kooistra.com in Leeuwarden, retailers, market traders and online shops buy branded products from excess stock, end-of-line ranges and bankruptcy lots at sharp prices. You can start from a minimum order value of €150 excl. VAT: by the outer carton, as a mixed pallet or as a whole lot. In the Netherlands we deliver free from €500, and you can also collect your order yourself in Leeuwarden.

What exactly is surplus stock?

Surplus stock is goods left over at a manufacturer, importer or retail chain: excess stock, end-of-line ranges, seasonal items, B-grade or stock from a bankruptcy. There is usually nothing wrong with the products themselves. They simply no longer fit the original owner’s range or planning. A stock buyer such as Kooistra.com takes over lots like these in one go and sells them on to traders. Because the purchase price is well below the regular wholesale price, you as a buyer benefit from the same discount.

Why buy surplus stock?

• Higher margin: you buy branded and fast-moving consumer goods well below the regular purchase price, which leaves more margin, even if you sell at sharp prices yourself.
• A range that keeps changing: the offer changes constantly. That is why regular customers check our new arrivals often for the best deals.
• Low entry point: you don’t have to take a container. At Kooistra.com you can order from €150 excl. VAT and easily put together your own pallet.
• Well-known brands: we buy lots from large chains and importers, including, for example, Blokker.

How to buy surplus stock at Kooistra.com

1. Create a free business account

Kooistra.com sells to business customers. Once registered, you see all prices and can order straight away.

2. Choose: outer carton, pallet or whole lot

You order by the outer carton (the manufacturer’s pack size), put together your own pallet from the changing range, or request the take-all price for the whole lot of an item. Every product page has a button for the take-all price. Want price information first? Add items to the quote list and send it, and we will send you a tailored quote.

3. Pay securely

You can pay with iDeal, Mastercard, VISA, American Express, PayPal, Bancontact or by bank transfer against a pro forma invoice.

4. Shipping or collection

After payment, orders are usually shipped within two working days, mostly with track & trace. In the Netherlands, delivery is free from €500. Prefer to collect? You can do so at our wholesale warehouse in Leeuwarden. We also ship to Belgium, Germany and many other European countries.

What should you look out for when buying surplus stock?

• Condition of the goods: is it A-grade or B-grade? At Kooistra.com this is stated clearly, so you know what you are buying.
• Pack size: check the minimum pack size (outer carton) and work out your unit price.
• Season: seasonal items are best bought before the season starts. That gives you the longest selling window.
• Speed: surplus stock is finite by definition. Once a lot is sold out, it usually doesn’t come back. Reservations are not possible, so be quick.
• Reliability of the supplier: buy from a company with a track record. Kooistra.com has existed since 1979, works with well-known European retailers, and you are always welcome to visit our 15,000 m² warehouse in Leeuwarden. Read more about us.

Who is buying surplus stock interesting for?

Our customers include retailers, market traders, online shops, outlets and wholesalers at home and abroad. For a physical shop or market stall, mixed lots are ideal for quickly putting together a varied range. Online shops often choose by category, for example home & garden or fashion & personal care. Want to scale up? Request the take-all price and take over the whole lot.

Do you have stock left over yourself?

With us, trade works both ways. Do you have surplus or excess stock yourself? Offer it via sell us your stock: you receive an offer straight away if we're interested, the invoice is paid immediately and we collect the goods.

Start buying sharply today

View the current range in our B2B online shop and see what came in this week under new arrivals. Questions about an item or lot? Our sales team is happy to help.

Frequently asked questions about buying surplus stock

Can I buy surplus stock from Kooistra.com as a private individual?

No, the online shop is for business customers only. As a private individual you can visit our own shops such as Maxx and Actieverkoop, and our special warehouse sales.

What is the minimum order value?

The minimum order value in the online shop is €150 excl. VAT. From €500 we deliver free in the Netherlands.

Can I buy a whole lot of one item?

Yes. Click the take-all option on the product page and we will send you the sharpest price for the whole lot as soon as possible.

How quickly will my order be delivered?

After we receive payment, your order is usually shipped within two working days, mostly with track & trace. Collection in Leeuwarden is also possible.

Can I use product photos and texts for my own online shop?

Yes, that is possible in almost all cases. To be sure, please check with our sales team.