Leading sporting goods retailer with 301 stores across 21 states offering vendor partnerships
• Minimum product liability insurance coverage required with yearly certificate updates
• Risk management compliance through dedicated risk.management@academy.com contact
• Comprehensive coverage for all products sold through Academy Sports channels
• GS1-128 labels required on all cartons placed on bottom right corner of largest panel
• EDI documents (810, 850, 855, 856, 860, 997) processed through SPS Commerce partnership
• ASN notifications must be sent immediately when merchandise leaves vendor dock
• 48"x40" GMA four-way hardwood pallets with 5/8" thick slats for LTL shipments
• Maximum pallet height of 96 inches with multiple POs per pallet acceptable
• Mixed SKUs only allowed for Pre-Mark and Direct-to-Store orders, not bulk DC orders
Complete Academy Sports vendor application with business documentation, product samples, and company credentials through their vendor portal system.
Complete Academy Sports vendor application with business documentation, product samples, and company credentials through their vendor portal system.
Submit products for Academy's merchandising team evaluation, meet quality standards, and align with their localized product assortment strategy.
Establish EDI connectivity through SPS Commerce, configure GS1-128 labeling systems, and complete technical integration testing.
Begin product shipments to Academy's distribution centers, establish ongoing vendor support relationships, and optimize supply chain performance.
Academy Sports tracks vendor performance through EDI compliance, on-time delivery metrics, product quality standards, and customer satisfaction measures to ensure optimal retail partnerships.
Successful Academy Sports vendors optimize operations through proper EDI document flow, accurate labeling compliance, efficient distribution center relationships, and proactive communication.
Academy Sports partners with SPS Commerce to manage EDI transactions including 810, 850, 855, 856, 860, and 997 documents for automated vendor communications.
Strategic distribution centers in Katy TX, Jeffersonville GA, and Cookeville TN provide comprehensive coverage for Academy's 301 stores across 21 states.
OTM system allows suppliers to view open purchase orders, create shipments for pickup, and manage logistics coordination with Academy's transportation network.
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