Save Mart Supermarkets

    California's largest regional grocer with 204 stores serving vendor partners across the West Coast

    Headquarters:Modesto, CA
    Save Mart logo featuring a stylized green and white leaf design representing the brands identity and fresh produce offerings
    4.5BLatest US Revenue
    4.5BLatest Worldwide Revenue
    204Number of US Stores
    Regional Distribution Centers
    Regional Distribution Centers Save Mart operates distribution centers in Roseville and Lathrop with Yosemite Wholesale in Merced serving dry goods across 204 stores in California and Nevada.
    SMART Refrigerated Transport Dedicated refrigerated trucking fleet handles frozen foods, dairy, and temperature-sensitive products with reliable delivery schedules to all store locations.
    SMART Refrigerated Transport
    KeHE Partnership Network Primary distribution partnership with KeHE Distributors covers perimeter departments including fresh bakery, deli, specialty cheese, and natural organic products.
    KeHE Partnership Network

    Save Mart Vendor Compliance Standards EDI Requirements

    Save Mart Supermarkets policies and guidelines
    Comprehensive vendor requirements covering EDI systems, food safety, and supply chain transparency
    EDI Requirements

    EDI 850 Purchase Orders and EDI 810 Invoice processing mandatory

    VAN communication method required for all suppliers

    EDI 852 Product Activity Data reporting for inventory management

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    Food Safety Compliance

    ReposiTrak system required for regulatory documentation management

    24/7 visibility to compliance status for domestic and international vendors

    Automated document tracking for food safety certifications

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    Vendor Registration

    Complete supplier application through official vendor portal

    Business documentation and product evaluation required

    Anti-slavery and human trafficking compliance certification

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    Vendor Application Process

    Submit comprehensive supplier application through Save Mart's vendor portal with complete business documentation and product specifications

    Vendor Application Process

    Submit comprehensive supplier application through Save Mart's vendor portal with complete business documentation and product specifications

    Product Evaluation Phase

    Products undergo Save Mart's evaluation process including quality testing, pricing analysis, and market fit assessment for regional stores

    EDI System Integration

    Establish EDI compliance through approved VAN communication methods and integrate with Save Mart's procurement and inventory systems

    Distribution Network Setup

    Configure distribution through KeHE partnership network or direct delivery to Save Mart's regional distribution centers in California and Nevada

    Performance Monitoring

    Save Mart vendors track key performance indicators including on-time delivery, product quality metrics, and inventory turnover through integrated supplier portals and reporting systems.

    Performance Monitoring

    Performance Monitoring

    Successful Save Mart vendors implement food safety protocols, maintain EDI compliance, and leverage regional distribution partnerships for optimal store performance and customer satisfaction.

    Performance Monitoring

    Integrations

    EDI Integration Systems

    Save Mart requires EDI compliance through VAN communication with DataTrans solutions supporting purchase orders, invoices, and product activity data across all vendor partnerships.

    ReposiTrak Compliance

    Food safety compliance management system providing 24/7 visibility to regulatory documentation for domestic and international vendors serving Save Mart's 204 store locations.

    KeHE Distribution Network

    Primary distribution partnership covering perimeter departments, natural organic products, and specialty items through KeHE's established wholesale network serving Save Mart stores.

    Resources

    Access comprehensive resources and tools

    Portals

    Vendor Portal

    Central supplier portal for application, documentation, and business management

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    Supplier Resources

    Guidelines, practices, and procedures for conducting business with Save Mart

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    VMI Management

    Vendor Managed Inventory system for maintaining agreed inventory levels

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    Guides & Documentation

    EDI Compliance Guide

    Complete EDI setup and compliance requirements for Save Mart vendors

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    Supply Chain Transparency

    Vendor requirements for ethical business practices and compliance

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    Store Locations Directory

    Complete directory of Save Mart, Lucky, and FoodMaxx store locations

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    Regulatory

    FDA Compliance

    Food and Drug Administration regulations for food safety and labeling requirements

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    CPSC Standards

    Consumer Product Safety Commission standards for retail product safety

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    FTC Guidelines

    Federal Trade Commission guidelines for advertising and business practices

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    Audit & Certification

    SGS Certification

    Global inspection, verification, testing and certification services

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    Intertek Testing

    Quality assurance solutions for retail and consumer goods

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    UL Solutions

    Safety science and testing solutions for product certification

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    Vendor Tools & APIs

    DataTrans WebEDI

    Cloud-based EDI and eCommerce solution for Save Mart compliance

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    ReposiTrak Platform

    Food safety compliance management and documentation system

    Vendor Portal Tools

    Supplier management tools and business process integration

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    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 Save Mart Supermarkets Vendors

    Common questions about partnering with Save Mart Supermarkets and vendor requirements