In this episode, we get real about how to master your service truck inventory and purchasing. We’ll cover how to cut costs for your business, avoid common mistakes, and streamline your operations with a solid PO system, VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory), and stronger vendor relationships. Oh, and don’t miss our tips on using mobile truck setups to streamline operations. Plus, get practical advice on negotiating with vendors and keeping your inventory in check to save you big bucks.
0:00 Introduction
1:26 Budgeting & Spend
2:37 Warehouse Setup and Vendor Management
7:21 Centralizing Purchasing
9:05 Spending $1000s in Mistakes
11:05 Credit Card Controls and Approval Processes
13:05 Optimizing Truck Stock and Packout Systems
17:20 Balancing Truck Stock and Inventory
23:23 Managing Weekend Load and Off-Hours
26:38 Truck Set Ups
31:15 Final Thoughts
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Episode Hosts: 🎤
John Wilson:@WilsonCompanies on X
Jack Carr:@TheHVACJack on X