Michaels Store

    North America's largest arts and crafts retailer with over 1,300 stores seeking creative suppliers

    Headquarters:Irving, TX
    The Michaels store logo features a red and white stylized paintbrush graphic against a white background
    5.3BLatest US Revenue
    5.3BLatest Worldwide Revenue
    1197Number of US Stores
    Multi-Channel Distribution
    Multi-Channel Distribution Comprehensive fulfillment across 1,300+ stores in 49 states and Canada plus online marketplace integration
    Regional Warehousing Strategic distribution centers supporting rapid inventory replenishment and seasonal demand fluctuations
    Regional Warehousing
    Omnichannel Operations Integrated brick-and-mortar and e-commerce fulfillment supporting buy-online-pickup-in-store capabilities
    Omnichannel Operations

    Michaels Store Vendor Compliance Requirements Product Standards

    Michaels Store policies and guidelines
    Comprehensive vendor standards covering product quality, shipping requirements, and performance metrics
    Product Standards

    Arts and crafts products must meet safety and quality specifications

    All items require UPC codes and proper labeling standards

    Products must align with Michaels' creative and educational mission

    Performance Metrics

    Maintain 95% on-time delivery performance standards

    Achieve less than 2% defect rate on all shipments

    Meet seasonal inventory requirements and promotional schedules

    Financial Terms

    60-day payment terms with early payment discounts available

    Vendor scorecard system tracks performance and payment adjustments

    Freight and logistics costs shared based on order volume tiers

    RangeMe Application

    Submit products through Michaels' RangeMe portal with detailed product information, pricing, and business credentials

    RangeMe Application

    Submit products through Michaels' RangeMe portal with detailed product information, pricing, and business credentials

    Category Review

    Michaels buyers evaluate product fit, market potential, and alignment with store merchandising strategies

    Vendor Setup

    Complete vendor registration, establish EDI connections, and configure inventory management systems

    Store Launch

    Deploy products across selected store locations with promotional support and performance monitoring

    Performance Monitoring

    Track delivery performance, inventory turns, and financial metrics through Michaels' comprehensive vendor evaluation system with monthly performance reviews

    Performance Monitoring

    Performance Monitoring

    Implement proven strategies for arts and crafts merchandising, seasonal planning, and customer engagement to maximize sales performance at Michaels

    Performance Monitoring

    Integrations

    Vendor Connect Portal

    Comprehensive supplier management system for order processing, inventory tracking, and performance analytics

    RangeMe Integration

    Product discovery and vendor application platform connecting suppliers with Michaels buyers

    MakerPlace Platform

    Third-party marketplace enabling direct-to-consumer sales through Michaels' online platform

    Resources

    Access comprehensive resources and tools

    Portals

    Vendor Connect

    Main supplier portal for existing vendors

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    RangeMe Application

    Product submission platform for new vendors

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    Supplier Scorecard

    Performance tracking and metrics dashboard

    Guides & Documentation

    Vendor Handbook

    Comprehensive guide to Michaels vendor requirements

    Product Guidelines

    Arts and crafts product specification standards

    EDI Setup Guide

    Technical integration and system requirements

    Regulatory

    FDA Compliance

    Food and Drug Administration regulations for craft materials

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    CPSC Standards

    Consumer Product Safety Commission requirements for craft supplies

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    FTC Guidelines

    Federal Trade Commission advertising and labeling requirements

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    Audit & Certification

    SGS Certification

    Global testing and certification for product safety

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    Intertek Testing

    Quality assurance and compliance testing services

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    UL Solutions

    Safety certification for electrical and craft products

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    Vendor Tools & APIs

    EDI Integration

    Electronic data interchange for order processing

    Inventory API

    Real-time stock level and replenishment data

    Vendor Portal API

    Automated reporting and performance metrics

    Additional Support

    Support Portal

    Access additional support resources

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    UNIS Integration Support

    Get help with UNIS platform integration and channel connectivity.

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    Frequently Asked Questions for Michaels Store Vendors

    Common questions about partnering with Michaels Store and vendor requirements