Top 3 Things to Look for in a Materials Partner

By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter.

Learn the three elements all trusted contractor-supplier relationships have.

Looking for the ideal business partner is a lot like finding a perfect life partner. You want to find someone who will help you grow, who understands you and ultimately supports you. However, anyone will tell you that finding that kind of relationship is easier said than done. Read on to learn about the top three characteristics that set the bar for what a trusted contractor-supplier relationship looks like.

1 – They understand your business

You want to find a materials distributor who knows what it takes to grow your business.

A material supplier like ABC Supply values your time and understands the effort it takes to navigate and grow in the contractor marketplace. Their team is your team. Only when you succeed do they consider themselves successful. You share what you need and they execute.

ABC Supply ensures that their teams are specially trained to help you make decisions that are in your best interest and provide you with the tools and techniques you need to help your business prosper. Because each branch is run like a small business, you can be sure that ABC Supply knows you, your business and your area.

2 – They support your growth with tools and resources

They offer tools, resources and programs that are built to help you find success and keep jobs simple.

For example, ABC Supply offers resources like:

• MyABCsupply. This tool helps contractors do more on the go, including placing orders and viewing delivery information, requesting measurement reports, simplifying billing and managing your team’s access to information. 
• ABC Connect. This online ordering platform integrates ABC Supply’s products and pricing with leading industry software, so contractors can build estimates and place orders anytime, anywhere.
• Efficient delivery and hassle-free returns. You can expect on-time delivery, so you have what you need to get the job done. Plus, they have a hassle-free return policy, so that customers can return a qualifying product within 30 days of purchase with a receipt and receive a full refund.
• Manufacturer rewards support. Manufacturer promotions allow you to get rewards and rebate dollars from leading product manufacturers.
• Customer financial services. Custom financial services help contractors access lines of credit to be more competitive and tackle bigger jobs.
• Customizable marketing materials through Freedom Programs. This collection of marketing materials makes it easier to get your name out in the community, freeing up your time to focus on other areas of your business.

At the end of the day, you want a partner that sets you up with everything you need to do the best job possible. When looking for a building materials supplier, look for one that offers next-level support through programs and tools designed with your success in mind.

3 – They truly partner with you

What sets the gold standard for a supplier-contractor relationship is the extent that your supplier is willing to go to be a true partner. A good supplier will understand that your successes are their successes. They will make it a priority to grow your relationship with them and give your unique challenges the attention they deserve. Meaningful relationships are baked into the culture of ABC Supply; they know that treating contractors like family shows that they truly care about you and your business.

Learn more about ABC Supply in their RoofersCoffeeShop® Directory or visit www.abcsupply.com.