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I have a background in sales and product management. I enjoy finding products that make it to the retail shelves and sell. I am wired half creative and analytical. I tend to see both sides of the issue. I know how to approach things rationally and I can switch gears to think “outside the box”. I enjoy traveling. I have had the opportunity to travel to many places in the world: Europe, South America, Asia, and Africa. I try to take on a global perspective when looking at the dynamics that are effecting an industry becasue we are in global economy.

Thursday, November 4, 2010

Merchandise Mix

What is the merchandise mix of a typical family dollar store?

The following table shows the percentage of net sales related to each product category over the last three fiscal years:


Product Category                2010            2009          2008     
Consumables                       65.1 %       64.4 %       61.0 %
Home Products                   13.2 %       13.4 %        14.4 %
Apparel and Accessories    10.7 %      11.2 %        13.1 %
Seasonal and Electronics    11.0 %      11.0 %       11.5 %  
 Net Sales (in billions)             $7.8           $7.4           $6.9     

1 comment:

  1. That is amazing to see considering the economic hardships on many corporations all over the world. I think people are looking for convenience and a bargain. They are finding that in this company.

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