Sprouts Farmers Market

    Natural and organic specialty retailer with 440+ stores across 24 states and fresh produce focus.

    Headquarters:Phoenix, AZ
    The Sprouts Farmers Market logo features a stylized green sprout surrounded by a circular design representing a farmers
    7.7BLatest US Revenue
    7.7BLatest Worldwide Revenue
    440Number of US Stores
    Fresh Produce Distribution Network
    Fresh Produce Distribution Network Seven strategically located distribution centers across the US with specialized storage including 34°F and 55°F environments and fruit ripening rooms for optimal freshness.
    Direct Store Delivery (DSD) Direct vendor delivery options to individual stores for fresh and specialty products, with flexible scheduling to maintain product quality and availability.
    Direct Store Delivery (DSD)
    Third-Party Logistics Integration Partnership with major distributors KeHE and UNFI for streamlined product distribution, plus Penske Logistics for dedicated transportation fleet management.
    Third-Party Logistics Integration

    Sprouts Farmers Market Vendor Requirements Product Standards

    Sprouts Farmers Market policies and guidelines
    Comprehensive vendor policies focusing on natural ingredients, sustainability, and operational excellence.
    Product Standards

    Products must be minimally processed and free of artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives

    90% of products must meet Sprouts' natural ingredient standards

    Comprehensive ingredient statement and nutritional facts panel required

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    New Item Requirements

    Free fill program required for all new item placements in each store location

    Minimum 6-month guaranteed placement post-implementation

    Two retail-ready samples required for grocery, dairy, frozen, and bulk items

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    Vendor Capabilities

    Significant capacity, distribution, insurance, and marketing requirements must be met

    EDI capability required for electronic data exchange with Sprouts systems

    Attendance at Expo West trade show strongly recommended for new vendor meetings

    Product Submission

    Submit your products through Sprouts' online portal with ingredient statements, nutritional panels, and retail samples for evaluation.

    Product Submission

    Submit your products through Sprouts' online portal with ingredient statements, nutritional panels, and retail samples for evaluation.

    Category Review

    Products undergo review by category managers following Sprouts' submission calendar and natural ingredient standards evaluation.

    Vendor Setup

    Complete vendor onboarding packet including insurance requirements, EDI setup, and distribution capability verification.

    Store Implementation

    Execute free fill program, establish replenishment orders, and launch products across designated Sprouts store locations.

    Performance Monitoring

    Monitor sales performance, inventory turns, and customer satisfaction metrics through Sprouts' vendor portal system to optimize product placement and promotional strategies.

    Performance Monitoring

    Audit Process 2

    Implement eco-friendly packaging solutions like IFCO's reusable containers and maintain high product quality standards to align with Sprouts' sustainability commitments.

    Audit Process 2

    Integrations

    KeHE Distributors

    Major natural and specialty food distributor handling product distribution, deductions, and free fill coordination for Sprouts locations nationwide.

    UNFI Distribution

    United Natural Foods distributor providing comprehensive supply chain solutions and direct store delivery coordination for Sprouts vendors.

    Regional Distribution Centers

    Seven strategically located facilities with specialized storage and ripening rooms serving stores within 250-mile radius for optimal freshness.

    Resources

    Access comprehensive resources and tools

    Portals

    Vendor Portal

    Access submission forms and vendor requirements

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    Vendor Policies

    Complete vendor guidelines and requirements

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    Corporate Information

    Company background and investor relations

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    Guides & Documentation

    New Vendor Guide

    Step-by-step vendor onboarding process

    Product Submission Calendar

    Category-specific submission timeframes

    Vendor FAQ

    Frequently asked vendor questions

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    Regulatory

    FDA Compliance

    Food safety and labeling requirements for grocery retailers

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    CPSC Standards

    Consumer product safety standards and testing requirements

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    FTC Guidelines

    Advertising and marketing compliance for consumer products

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    Audit & Certification

    SGS Certification

    Third-party testing and certification services for food products

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    Intertek Testing

    Quality assurance and safety testing for retail products

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    UL Solutions

    Product safety testing and certification services

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    Vendor Tools & APIs

    EDI Integration

    Electronic data interchange for orders and payments

    Product Data Management

    Centralized product information and catalog management

    Vendor Management System

    Comprehensive vendor relationship management tools

    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 Sprouts Farmers Market Vendors

    Common questions about partnering with Sprouts Farmers Market and vendor requirements