New Product Assessment Information
Health 2000 are always looking for and welcome new innovative suppliers and products to their stores.
Before you contact us please consider the following:- Are your products natural with no synthetic additives?
- Are your products new and innovative?
- Do your products have a point of difference to the ranges we already carry?
THE PROCESS
The following is the process you need to comply with in order for us to consider your company and products for sale in our stores. Product selection is at the discretion of the Product Advisory Group (PAG).
Currently there are two types of supplier. If your product(s) are approved you will be advised if you have become accepted as a 'Non-preferred Supplier' or a 'Preferred Supplier'.
Non-preferred Supplier (White List ) - Your products have been deemed suitable for sale in our stores. This allows you to approach our stores regarding the stocking of your products, but the stores are under no obligation to stock your product(s). The stores are not able to promote your products nor will you be able to use our logo on any of your advertising or literature. If your products are taken up by 90% of the stores and sales reach a reasonable value, you will be considered for 'Preferred Supplier status'.
Preferred Supplier status - In return for agreed set fees, your products will get promotional opportunities within the stores, which could include point of sale, advertising and inclusion in our magazine. You will also be expected to attend our yearly conference where you have the opportunity to meet all our store members over a course of 3-4 days. If your products are chosen under the Preferred Supplier status, an appointment will be arranged to meet with our General Manager to discuss Preferred Supplier terms.
CHARGES
Due to the costs involved in the process of assessing new suppliers and products, there is a non-refundable administration charge of $281.25 (including GST). This must be paid before the assessment process will start. Payment can be made by cheque, Visa/Mastercard or direct credit.HOW TO APPLY
1. Complete and submit the 'New Product Information' form.
Depending on the number of products you are submitting for consideration, you can either fill one form per product or if a range (10 products or more), complete one form and supply ingredient listings for each of the products in the range.
2. Supply samples of the products you would like assessed.
SAMPLES
When submitting your product samples, please include:- A completed copy of the 'New Product Information' form.
- Payment for $281.25 (non-refundable).
- A business card.
- 6 samples of each product or, if a range, a minimum of 12 mixed samples. (Please note samples will not be returned).
- 6 copies of your price list – Wholesale and RRP.
- 6 samples of any marketing support material you produce for your product(s).
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
Once the payment, information form and samples are received they are distributed to the Product Advisory Group (PAG) members. The PAG members are storeowners and assess the product(s) for their suitability for inclusion for sale in our stores. Consideration will be given to the product ingredients, packaging, country of origin and manufacturing, whether we already have products of the same type within the stores and if they have points of difference.
The PAG decision will be communicated to you via e-mail and will include a short summary of the comments made in the decision process. If your product is rejected the summary will include a brief explanation why. Product selection is at the discretion of the Product Advisory Group (PAG) and once a decision has been made, no further discussions with be entered into.
If your product is approved you will be advised as to the status. If approved as a Preferred Supplier you will be given an appointment to meet with the General Manager to discuss terms of supply.
TERMINOLOGY ON THE FORM
GMP – Good Manufacturing Practice. GMP certification is not essential but is looked upon favourably.
TAPS – Therapeutic Advertising Pre-vetting System. All literature supplied to our stores must have gone through the TAPS process. For further information go to www.asa.co.nz/taps.php