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LOWE’S COMPANIES CANADA, ULC<br />
VENDOR INFORMATION PACKET
Vendor Email ...................................................................................................................................................................... 3<br />
Product Line Review Information........................................................................................................................................ 4<br />
Packaging ........................................................................................................................................................................... 4<br />
Logistics Requirements ...................................................................................................................................................... 5<br />
Lowe’s Canada Supply Chain Introduction .................................................................................................................... 5<br />
Canadian Supply Chain Overview.................................................................................................................................. 6<br />
Regional Distribution Center...................................................................................................................................... 6<br />
Flat Bed Distribution Center....................................................................................................................................... 6<br />
Transportation ............................................................................................................................................................ 6<br />
Supply Chain Organization ........................................................................................................................................ 6<br />
Vendor Partner Requirements - Overview ..................................................................................................................... 6<br />
Purchase Orders & Purchase Order Fulfillment......................................................................................................... 6<br />
Order Size & Frequency............................................................................................................................................. 6<br />
Substitutions............................................................................................................................................................... 6<br />
Vendor Capacity......................................................................................................................................................... 7<br />
Back Orders ............................................................................................................................................................... 7<br />
On time Order Fulfillment........................................................................................................................................... 7<br />
Multiple Purchase Orders to Single Lowe’s Location ................................................................................................ 7<br />
Vendor Order Minimums ............................................................................................................................................ 7<br />
Ship Units and Weeks of Supply................................................................................................................................ 7<br />
Lead Times................................................................................................................................................................. 8<br />
Vendor Performance.................................................................................................................................................. 8<br />
Electronic Date Interchange (EDI) ............................................................................................................................. 8<br />
Transportation ................................................................................................................................................................ 9<br />
Oceanic Freight.......................................................................................................................................................... 9<br />
LTL ............................................................................................................................................................................. 9<br />
Collect TL................................................................................................................................................................... 9<br />
Prepaid TL.................................................................................................................................................................. 9<br />
Small parcel ............................................................................................................................................................... 9<br />
Expedited Shipments ............................................................................................................................................... 10<br />
Accessorial Charges ................................................................................................................................................ 10<br />
Live Nursery Shipments........................................................................................................................................... 10<br />
Flooring and Major Appliance Shipments................................................................................................................ 10<br />
Free Time for Carrier Loading.................................................................................................................................. 10<br />
Other Transportation Programs ............................................................................................................................... 10<br />
Product Packaging & Preparation................................................................................................................................ 11<br />
Bar Coding ............................................................................................................................................................... 11<br />
Packing Slips & BOLs ..............................................................................................................................................11<br />
Palletization..............................................................................................................................................................12<br />
Shrink Wrap..............................................................................................................................................................12<br />
Slip Sheets ............................................................................................................................................................... 13<br />
4 – Way Pricing ............................................................................................................................................................ 14<br />
“FOB Origin, Freight Collect DC” .............................................................................................................................14<br />
“FOB Origin, Freight Collect Store”..........................................................................................................................14<br />
“FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid DC” ................................................................................................................... 14<br />
“FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid Store”................................................................................................................ 15<br />
MSDS Requirements........................................................................................................................................................ 15<br />
Background .................................................................................................................................................................. 15<br />
MSDS Compliance Requirements................................................................................................................................ 15<br />
MSDS Codes................................................................................................................................................................ 15<br />
Lowe’s Source Tag Program............................................................................................................................................ 17<br />
Lowe’s Source Tag Commitment Statement................................................................................................................ 17<br />
What is Source Tagging?.............................................................................................................................................17<br />
Next Step Instructions ..................................................................................................................................................17<br />
Source Tagging Requirements & Guidelines............................................................................................................... 18<br />
Lowe’s Source Tagging Commitment ..........................................................................................................................19<br />
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Vendor Email<br />
Dear Vendor:<br />
We are sending you this email as a preliminary communication to notify you that Lowe’s Canada is<br />
scheduling Product Line Reviews at the Lowe’s Canada office in Toronto for assorting stores in 2007.<br />
The meeting date and details will be provided to you by your Lowe’s Canada Merchandiser under separate<br />
communication over the next few months. Once that meeting is scheduled, it is important, for everyone<br />
involved, to understand that this review may bring about a change in <strong>vendor</strong>s and store presentation, therefore<br />
this meeting should include decision makers from your company.<br />
In order to prepare for the meeting, and to allow the Lowe’s Canada Merchandising team to conduct a<br />
preliminary analysis of product offerings and programs, we are asking that all potential <strong>vendor</strong>s supply us with<br />
PROPOSED CANADA ITEMS and INFORMATION. This <strong>information</strong> is similar to that which is provided to the<br />
US Merchandising team for Item setup with additional data points specific to Canada. These proposed items<br />
will be provided to us in the attached access database in which your current US program has been preloaded.<br />
We understand that the current US items may not be appropriate for Canada and request that as you go<br />
through the database you identify an offsetting item for Canada. A user guide (attached) has been created to<br />
facilitate use of the database.<br />
DATABASE TIPS:<br />
- You will need Microsoft Access to complete the <strong>information</strong><br />
- As you enter <strong>information</strong> into the fields, the <strong>information</strong> is automatically stored (no need for<br />
constant saving)<br />
- READ the instructions at the top of the page<br />
- HELP is available as text on the BOTTOM of the screen<br />
- A GLOSSARY is incorporated into the user guide<br />
- Complete all <strong>information</strong><br />
The database, which will be submitted prior to the line review process, will allow the Canada Merchandising<br />
team to identify gaps in product offerings as well as new offerings you have which are specific to Canada. As<br />
Canada is a new market for Lowe’s, there are many aspects of the assortment which need to be considered in<br />
order to develop our business processes from supply chain, to regulatory compliance, to store layout and even<br />
to loss prevention. Due to those requirements, we are asking you, our <strong>vendor</strong>s to provide the <strong>information</strong><br />
accurately and within a two week time frame from when you receive this email. If you are not able to complete<br />
the database in the allotted timeframe, please contact your Canada Merchandiser.<br />
We know that our US Vendors are transitioning to PCM and that <strong>information</strong> being asked for in the database<br />
looks similar. However, this <strong>information</strong> request requires Canada specific data which is not currently<br />
accessible in any other format.<br />
We know that you undoubtedly have many questions regarding the actual line review and what will be required<br />
of you so we have provided a Vendor Information Packet which gives a brief description of our strategic<br />
objectives for the line review, comprehensive <strong>information</strong> on Lowe’s Companies Canada Logistics<br />
requirements, HazMat and Classification requirements as well as Source Tagging requirements. Please<br />
review these carefully as they will help you understand how to position your company for compliance in these<br />
areas.<br />
Any questions should be directed to CanadaVendorData@Lowes.com or 416-730-7450.<br />
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Product Line Review Information<br />
As previously stated, a Lowe’s Canada merchandising team member will contact you with the exact date and<br />
time of your scheduled line review.<br />
For the actual line review meeting at the Lowe’s Companies Canada office in Toronto, you should bring hard<br />
copy versions of the presentation document accompanied by a CD version.<br />
With this review, we have the following strategic objectives in mind and trust that your presentation will address<br />
them:<br />
Assortment dominance that creates market expansion opportunities for Lowe’s Canada<br />
A simplified shopping experience for the consumer<br />
Clear articulation of features and benefits moving up the price continuum<br />
Opportunities for incremental special order, commercial, and installed businesses<br />
You will have about one hour for your entire presentation. Please note that there may not be time during the<br />
Line Review meeting to go through every page of the presentation document in detail, but the quality of<br />
<strong>information</strong> you provide will be extremely useful in making final product and <strong>vendor</strong> decisions.<br />
We realize that this is a large undertaking in a short period of time. To make your visit a beneficial one, come<br />
organized, prepared, and realize the importance of this review. We encourage you to present your ‘best deal’<br />
to distinguish Lowe’s in the Canada market with particular emphasis on product presentation, differentiation<br />
and innovation.<br />
Packaging<br />
All packaging must meet the requirements of the Canadian government. Some basic guidelines have been<br />
incorporated into Lowe’s Visual Standard Guidelines under Partner <strong>information</strong> located at<br />
www.<strong>LowesLink</strong>.com.<br />
The Competition Bureau (http://www.competitionbureau.gc.ca ) also publishes a Guide to the Consumer<br />
Packaging and Labelling Act and Regulations. The guide along with other pertinent <strong>information</strong> can be found<br />
at http://www.competitionbureau.gc.ca/internet/index.cfm?itemID=1248&lg=e.<br />
Yours truly,<br />
Ben Mauceri<br />
VP Merchandising<br />
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Logistics Requirements<br />
Lowe’s Canada Supply Chain Introduction<br />
Let me introduce myself as the new VP of Supply Chain of Lowe’s Canada. We are looking forward to<br />
establishing great relationships with you and your organization in the near future.<br />
In order to support your upcoming conversations with the Canadian merchandising team, I wanted to reach out<br />
to you to create a high level understanding of how Lowe’s Supply Chain will be structured in Canada at start<br />
up, and to introduce the logistics requirements so that they can be considered during your product line review<br />
and pricing conversations.<br />
Even if you currently sell product in our US stores and are thus familiar with how to operate with Lowe’s, many<br />
new procedures will exist in Canada due to the unique supply chain we are building. This document contains<br />
the key logistics requirements that will ensure a smooth flow of product and a successful start up in Canada. A<br />
full Canadian Vendor Partnership Guide and a Canada Routing Guide will be developed over the next few<br />
months and will be shared with you. In the meantime, please read through this document in order to be<br />
familiar with the key requirements, and to ensure they are considered as you work with the Lowe’s Canada<br />
merchants to assort the Canadian stores and finalize pricing agreements.<br />
We are currently building our Canadian supply chain team and will forward their contact <strong>information</strong> and the<br />
unique roles each will play in support of Canada to our <strong>vendor</strong> partners. In the meantime, please contact Mike<br />
MacInnis at 416-730-7347, with any clarification questions.<br />
Yours truly,<br />
Lori Digulla<br />
VP Supply Chain<br />
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Canadian Supply Chain Overview<br />
Regional Distribution Center<br />
Lowe’s Canada will be building a regional distribution center in the GTA area to support our store launch<br />
and expansion.<br />
The GTA Distribution center will be capable of supporting stock, cross dock, and <strong>vendor</strong>-prepared cross<br />
dock programs as well as other programs unique to the Canadian market place.<br />
In order to minimize infrastructure investment at start-up stocked SKUs will be limited to import SKUs and<br />
“Gold Bar” programs (strategic products with a never out service threshold). This program is likely to grow<br />
in the future as volume grows and greater leverage is possible.<br />
Flat Bed Distribution Center<br />
Lowe’s will have a distribution point in the GTA area for our lumber & other building supply product.<br />
SKUs selected to be held in this distribution point will be <strong>vendor</strong> managed inventory with ownership<br />
transferring to Lowe’s at time of shipment to the store.<br />
Transportation<br />
Similar to the way transportation operates in the U.S., Lowe’s transportation department will manage all<br />
collect freight movements and will create a routing guide that dictates the approved LTL and TL carriers for<br />
all prepaid loads.<br />
Supply Chain Organization<br />
All <strong>vendor</strong>s will be assigned a designated logistics representative with whom all logistics discussions<br />
should occur. Logistics and Merchandising in Canada will continue to operate in product group teams and<br />
will always work together to ensure the best decisions are made to benefit our end consumer.<br />
Upon item selection during the product line review process, a Canadian logistics representative will be<br />
assigned. This individual will assist in you with on-boarding and continued success as a Lowe’s partner in<br />
the future.<br />
Vendor Partner Requirements - Overview<br />
Purchase Orders & Purchase Order Fulfillment<br />
The following section outlines the <strong>vendor</strong> requirements as they relate to receiving and fulfilling purchase orders<br />
submitted by Lowe’s. These requirements are grounded in the Supply Chain’s philosophy of maximizing<br />
efficiency and accuracy in our service to the stores.<br />
Order Size & Frequency<br />
The size and frequency of all Lowe’s orders will be dictated by rate of sale unless specifically stated and<br />
agreed upon by Lowe’s Merchandising and Logistics representatives. This does not apply to initial orders<br />
or to orders placed to ship direct to new/retrofit stores.<br />
Lowe’s prefers to transmit all purchase orders to our <strong>vendor</strong>s using Electronic Data Interchange (EDI). See<br />
EDI section for more details.<br />
Substitutions<br />
Substitutions of products and/or changes to model numbers are not allowed without express authorization<br />
from a Lowe’s Merchandising and Logistics representative.<br />
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Vendors are not authorized to add any item(s) to a purchase order without the prior approval of a Lowe’s<br />
Logistics representative<br />
o Any non-stock items that are shipped, but not ordered, will be returned to the <strong>vendor</strong> freight collect.<br />
o Any stock items that are shipped, but not ordered, may be accepted at no charge and the cost of<br />
goods will be deducted from the invoice.<br />
Vendor Capacity<br />
Vendors are expected to maintain the required on-hand inventory levels to insure that all Lowe’s store and<br />
distribution center orders ship complete and on time in accordance with the designated ship date and<br />
arrival date. See Vendor Performance section regarding service level expectations.<br />
Lowe’s requires a 30 day notification to a Lowe’s Logistics representative of any delays in manufacturing or<br />
shipping due to plant closing for holidays, physical inventories, union negotiations, or other circumstances<br />
that may impact product availability.<br />
Back Orders<br />
Lowe’s does not accept Backorders of any kind. Any backorders will be returned at <strong>vendor</strong> expense.<br />
On time Order Fulfillment<br />
Lowe’s designates a required ship date and arrival date on every COLLECT and PREPAID stock purchase<br />
order.<br />
Lowe’s requires all <strong>vendor</strong>s to tender purchase orders according to the scheduled ship date instructions.<br />
In order for each shipment to meet our carriers’ scheduled cut-off times, pick-up must be completed prior to<br />
5 PM on the scheduled ship date.<br />
If a Lowe’s Core Carrier arrives to the shipper’s location on the coordinated ship date and the purchase<br />
order is not ready, the <strong>vendor</strong> will be responsible for any additional transportation charges or fees.<br />
Multiple Purchase Orders to Single Lowe’s Location<br />
Slip-sheets must not be used to unitize any LTL orders to any location for any reason. Any resulting<br />
charges due to the use of slip-sheets will be the sole responsibility of the <strong>vendor</strong>.<br />
Lowe’s requires all multiple purchase orders to a single Lowe’s location be combined into a single shipment<br />
under the same bill of lading.<br />
The combined weight and cube must be used as the basis to determine the proper shipping method.<br />
Please use the outlined requirements in this routing guide to determine whether to ship via small Package,<br />
LTL or truckload.<br />
Vendor Order Minimums<br />
Lowe’s does not accept Vendor Order Minimums on Collect freight shipments.<br />
At start-up and ongoing, Vendor Order Minimums on prepaid freight must equal 2 WOS (weeks of supply)<br />
or less:<br />
o 2 DC WOS if it is DC destined order<br />
o 2 Store WOS if it is a store destined order<br />
Lowe’s will work with <strong>vendor</strong>s to minimize prepaid minimums in order to maximize inventory turns and<br />
service levels.<br />
Vendors will be required to reduce or eliminate excessive prepaid minimums prior to contract finalization.<br />
Ship Units and Weeks of Supply<br />
Lowe’s requires that item packaging quantities remain consistent from order to order.<br />
Vendor ship units must match sales rates to insure acceptable inventory turnover, ROI, etc.<br />
o Outbound ship units to stores (master cartons if via DC or pallets if store direct) must be greater or<br />
equal to 4 weeks of supply for a single store.<br />
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o Inbound ship units to DC (order multiple) must be greater than or equal to 2 weeks of supply for the<br />
DC.<br />
o For start up, store weeks of supply will be determined based on the per store annual forecasts<br />
agreed to with merchants & supply chain. DC weeks of supply will be calculated based on the total<br />
stocking stores.<br />
Lowe’s must be given the ability to order product in master carton, tier, or pallet quantities. This<br />
determination will be solely at Lowe’s discretion.<br />
Vendors will be required to change excessive ship unit quantities for Lowe’s start up or in the future as<br />
annual volumes change.<br />
Proactive planning of appropriate ship unit sizes is expected for seasonal exit strategies so that guidelines<br />
can still be adhered to.<br />
Lowe’s will not accept additional costs for “Out of Season” ship unit revisions.<br />
Lead Times<br />
Lowe’s requires our <strong>vendor</strong>s to communicate to a Lowe’s Logistics representative the shortest possible<br />
lead time that the <strong>vendor</strong> can consistently adhere to (initial target to be provided in item set up sheet).<br />
o Freight collect <strong>vendor</strong>s. Lowe’s defines lead time as the number of calendar days between order<br />
receipt date and the designated ship date.<br />
o Freight prepaid <strong>vendor</strong>s. Lowe’s defines lead time as the number of calendar days between order<br />
receipt date and the designated arrival date.<br />
In order to minimize the inventory required in our supply chain pipeline and maximize the service level to<br />
the stores, the following requirements must be adhered to by our <strong>vendor</strong> partners:<br />
US/Can Vendor Source Points<br />
o Maximum allowable lead-time is 7 calendar days<br />
o Minimum safety stock requirement is 60 days of finished goods<br />
Overseas Vendor Source Points<br />
o Maximum lead-time is 35 to 45 calendar days for on-going replenishment orders<br />
o On initial orders <strong>vendor</strong>s will be allowed a maximum of 60 days lead-time<br />
Vendor Performance<br />
Vendor manufacturing & distribution capacity must meet Lowe’s needs.<br />
o As an important partner in Canada’s market entry, Lowe’s expects that priority allocation given to<br />
Lowe’s stores<br />
o A 98% fill rate minimum is expected by all <strong>vendor</strong>s<br />
o A 95% on-time delivery minimum is expected by all <strong>vendor</strong>s<br />
o New store orders must be accurate 100% of the time<br />
o Vendor performance will be tracked and communicated to the <strong>vendor</strong> on a regular basis by the<br />
Logistics team in order to identify opportunities to improve.<br />
o Unaddressed poor performance will result in fines and loss of business<br />
o Vendor performance will be strictly enforced by the Canadian merchandising & logistics teams. Our<br />
first priority will always be to assist the <strong>vendor</strong> in addressing the service issue. However, failure to<br />
eliminate issues will result in loss of business as negative impact to customer can not be risked.<br />
Vendors must proactively notify Lowe’s if capacity is insufficient to meet forecasted or growing demand as<br />
well as when SKUs are planned for discontinuation.<br />
Electronic Date Interchange (EDI)<br />
Vendors are required to have EDI capability. Exceptions will be at the sole discretion of Lowe’s and will be<br />
made only where minimal negative impact on the supply chain will result.<br />
Vendors approved to operate without EDI capabilities are required to use Lowe’s EDI webform.<br />
Lowe’s will transmit purchase orders via EDI several times each day. Vendors are required to check for<br />
purchase orders at least once a day in order to ensure lead times are adhered to.<br />
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Canada will also be moving to an Advance Shipping Notice (ASN) environment and all EDI <strong>vendor</strong>s will be<br />
required to submit ASNs for both DC and Store orders. Specific <strong>information</strong> in terms of timing will be<br />
communicated to <strong>vendor</strong>s shortly.<br />
Transportation<br />
The following section outlines the types of modes Lowe’s will use in order to move product from your ship point<br />
to either our DC or our Stores. A single approach will be used with each <strong>vendor</strong> and will be determined based<br />
on cost and efficiency. Listed below are the most common modes available to Lowe’s and the <strong>vendor</strong><br />
requirements for each.<br />
Oceanic Freight<br />
Document and communicate any problems to the Lowe’s LGS (Lowe’s Global Sourcing) team in a timely<br />
manner.<br />
Properly unitize, label, and package all shipments in accordance with Lowe’s packaging requirements.<br />
See <strong>vendor</strong> requirements document on www.loweslink.com<br />
It is the responsibility of all <strong>vendor</strong>s to fill out and populate all Lowe’s tracking mechanisms before and<br />
when product ships (Celarix, UPS, GXS, etc...).<br />
LTL<br />
In order to reduce carrier congestion and improve inbound flow into Lowe’s facilities, Lowe’s will only<br />
receive LTL freight from Core LTL carriers regardless of freight terms (prepaid or collect).<br />
Lowe’s requires that LTL shipments on Non Core carriers be routed through a core carrier’s local facility for<br />
consolidation and delivery.<br />
This is required for all store, new store or DC shipment.<br />
Vendor is responsible for contacting Lowe’s routing guide carriers at least 24 hours prior to scheduled<br />
shipment.<br />
Properly unitize, label, and package all LTL shipments (“Bomb-proof”).<br />
Collect TL<br />
TL shipments will be routed by Lowe’s traffic department.<br />
TL carrier dispatcher schedules pickup appointments 24 - 48 hours prior to the scheduled ship date.<br />
Vendor is responsible for contacting Lowe’s traffic if a core carrier has not scheduled an appointment by<br />
noon the day before the scheduled ship date.<br />
Prepaid TL<br />
Carriers are required to have delivery appointments at our receiving docks for all shipments, including<br />
special orders. These appointments must be scheduled at least 48 hours in advance of scheduled delivery<br />
date for Lowe’s distribution centers and 24 hours in advance for Lowe’s stores.<br />
Appointment schedules are managed at each location (store or DC).<br />
Unscheduled deliveries may result in an extended waiting period.<br />
Small parcel<br />
Small Parcel (UPS, Fed Ex, Purolator) applies all orders that weigh less than 150 pounds and the total<br />
freight bill is less than $55.<br />
Third party billing will be available to qualified <strong>vendor</strong>s.<br />
There is an automated system for small parcel shipments.<br />
The system eliminates the need for “prepaid and add”.<br />
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Expedited Shipments<br />
Vendors may not use expedited services on Lowe’s paid shipments without authorization from both the<br />
Lowe’s logistics specialist and Lowe’s Transportation.<br />
Lowe’s will choose the proper carrier and level of service for the shipment.<br />
Accessorial Charges<br />
Lowe’s is not responsible for accessorial charges of any kind.<br />
Lowe’s has established a Core carrier program whereby all delivery problems are resolved through joint<br />
process development.<br />
Our delivery processes are designed to handle palletized, store integrity shipments. All purchase orders<br />
are verified and shipments are delivered to pre established standing daily appointments. Lowe’s rates<br />
reflect these processes.<br />
Any charges such as notification, storage, reconsignment, inside delivery, sorting/segregation, time-definite<br />
delivery and so on are the sole responsibility of the <strong>vendor</strong>.<br />
Live Nursery Shipments<br />
All collect Live-Nursery shipments designated to any Lowe’s location must be routed through the correct<br />
Lowe’s Preferred Live-Nursery Carrier.<br />
Lowe’s Canada Routing guide will be made available in early 2007.<br />
Flooring and Major Appliance Shipments<br />
Vendors in these product categories may have exception routing that supersedes normal routing as<br />
outlined in this requirements document.<br />
Each <strong>vendor</strong> location will receive the exception routing from Lowe’s upon assortment approval.<br />
Free Time for Carrier Loading<br />
Suppliers are allotted approximately 2 hours of free time for loading.<br />
When a supplier delays a carrier beyond the free time, detention charges will be assessed.<br />
Lowe's will process a claim against the Supplier for the detention charges, plus a handling fee.<br />
Other Transportation Programs<br />
In order to further optimize LTL orders, Lowe’s runs both a Pooled program as well as a LTL combination<br />
program. Candidates for these programs will be identified by the Lowe’s Transportation department based<br />
on the <strong>vendor</strong> activity in any given region. Requirements for these programs will not be substantial and will<br />
be communicated to by the selected <strong>vendor</strong>s at that time.<br />
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Product Packaging & Preparation<br />
The following section summarizes the packaging, labeling & handling requirements for all Lowe’s product.<br />
These requirements are in place to ensure that DCs and Stores can efficiently and accurately receive and<br />
process the product ensuring good in stock positions at the stores.<br />
Bar Coding<br />
All products are required to have a unique, scannable bar code according to the Uniform Code Council’s<br />
specifications for product identification at the sales register.<br />
Lowe’s accepts only UPC Version A, UPC Version E, EAN 8, and EAN 13 bar code symbologies at point of<br />
sale.<br />
All standard shipping containers (master cartons, bundles, pallets, inner packs, etc.) containing fixed<br />
multiples of the same item must have an Interleaved 2 of 5 (UPC Shipping Container Code) placed on the<br />
packaging according to the Uniform Code Council’s specifications.<br />
Lowe’s uses this bar code symbology at the point of receipt, as well as for taking inventory in our stores<br />
and distribution centers.<br />
All cartons must be packed on the pallet with the bar code (I 2 of 5 or UPC) facing outward. Lowe’s<br />
receiving personnel must be able to scan the bar code without breaking down the cartons on the pallet.<br />
All bar codes must have human readable characters that include a number system character and a check<br />
digit.<br />
All bar code <strong>information</strong> must be provided to your Lowe’s Merchandising representative upon agreement to<br />
purchase product.<br />
A 60 day advance notice of all bar code number changes and additions is required.<br />
Any problems with the quality, integrity, or application of a bar code must be reported immediately to a<br />
Merchandising representative.<br />
Any changes to an existing products bar code (UPC AND UPC shipping container code) or it’s quantity<br />
must be communicated to a Merchandising representative prior to change.<br />
For start-up in Canada, UPC-128 labels will be required on all <strong>vendor</strong> prepared cross dock pallets as well<br />
as any <strong>vendor</strong> pick pack cases.<br />
A 100% scan rate is required on all labels.<br />
Mislabeled product at the distribution centers will result in labor charges.<br />
Packing Slips & BOLs<br />
A packing slip is required for each shipment. If there are multiple Purchase Orders in a shipment, each PO<br />
must have a separate packing slip.<br />
The packing slip must be clearly located in a plastic “packing slip enclosed” pouch on the exterior of the<br />
first carton of each PO and visible to the loader.<br />
For truckload shipments, the cartons containing packing slips must be easily accessible prior to unloading.<br />
Please place them at the rear of the trailer facing the unloader.<br />
The packing slip must identify the Lowe’s item number(s) in ascending numerical sequence, the Lowe’s<br />
Purchase Order number, store number, model number, quantity and the shipper’s name.<br />
The Packing Slip must be machine printed and legible to the user.<br />
The bill of lading must clearly identify shipment contents and show all purchase orders included in the<br />
shipment. You must clearly identify our company name, the Lowe’s location number (IE: “LOWE’S HOME<br />
IMPROVEMENT 457”) and address in the consignee <strong>information</strong> on the bill of lading.<br />
Lowe’s requires that all <strong>vendor</strong>s use the VICS Bill of Lading. Lowe’s core carriers have adopted the VICS<br />
format. Lowe's and Lowe's Core Carrier contacts can assist shippers with questions. The VICS Bill of<br />
Lading standard and documentation may be found on <strong>LowesLink</strong> or on .<br />
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Palletization<br />
All collect and prepaid shipments must be shrink-wrapped on Lowe’s specification 4 way entry pallets<br />
unless the size of the cartons or nature of the freight prohibits palletization. See below table for details.<br />
Pallets requiring an alternative style or dimension due to product size limitations or for product protection,<br />
must be reviewed and approved by the Promotional display Specialist or Merchandising Organization at<br />
Lowe’s Companies, Inc.<br />
If the weight of the pallet load exceeds the capabilities of the above specification, it is the responsibility of<br />
the <strong>vendor</strong> to determine if additional runners or deck-boards are required to safely support the palletized<br />
load.<br />
Lowe’s DOES NOT participate in any national pallet programs.<br />
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Pallet Dimensions (L x W):<br />
Pallet Style:<br />
Entry:<br />
Lumber Specifications:<br />
Fastener Requirements<br />
Length = 48.00 inches.<br />
Width = 40.00 inches.<br />
Double Faced Non-Reversible.<br />
2 or 4-way entry (4 way preferred)<br />
Grade III and/or IV hardwood, clean sawn.<br />
2.00 inch screw shank nails.<br />
Top Deck Boards (7/pallet): Outer Boards (2) = 0.625 x 5.75 x 40.00<br />
inches.<br />
Bottom Deck Boards (5/pallet):<br />
Runners (3/pallet):<br />
Product Height on Pallet<br />
Inner Boards (5) = 0.625 x 3.75 x 40.00<br />
inches.<br />
Space between boards: 3 inches (max.)<br />
Outer Boards (2, chamfered) = 0.625 x<br />
5.75 x 40.00 inches.<br />
Inner Boards (3) = 0.625 x 3.75 x 40.00<br />
inches.<br />
1.50 x 3.50 x 48.00 inches.<br />
The height of each LTL shipment pallet(s)<br />
must not exceed 92 inches.<br />
The height of each TL shipment pallet(s)<br />
must not exceed 104 inches.<br />
If a shipment contains a LTL component,<br />
such as pooling or destination delivery, the<br />
pallet height must not exceed 92 inches.<br />
Shrink Wrap<br />
Stretch wrap all individual pallet loads to the base of the pallet with sufficient stretch wrap to prevent the<br />
product from shifting in transit.<br />
Stretch wrap must be of top quality in stretch, memory and retention.<br />
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Slip Sheets<br />
Slip-sheets must not be used to unitize any LTL orders to any location for any reason. Any resulting<br />
charges due to the use of slip-sheets will be the sole responsibility of the <strong>vendor</strong>.<br />
Slip-sheets used for other modes must meet the following specifications.<br />
Vendor must consult with a slip sheet manufacturer to certify that slip sheets meet or exceed Lowe’s<br />
standards.<br />
Materials: High density, polyethylene (HDPE) 100%<br />
recycled raw material base with a minimum<br />
tensile strength of 2,100 psi and tear test<br />
of 14 pounds<br />
Size:<br />
Gauge / Thickness<br />
Pull Tabs:<br />
Corners:<br />
Friction Properties<br />
Optional Features<br />
43” X 51” counting 3” side and end tabs<br />
(40” X 48” footprint)<br />
Loads less than 1,800 lb. = 20 mil<br />
Loads 1,800 lb. to 2,400 lb. = 25 mil<br />
Loads 2,400 lb. or greater = 30 mil<br />
Two, three inch (3”) adjacent side and end<br />
pull tabs<br />
Split, 90 degree, or diagonal corners<br />
engineered to meet product specific<br />
Load side of sheet - non skid laminate with<br />
a coefficient of friction (COF) equal to or<br />
greater than .49 to minimize product<br />
movement.<br />
Bottom side of sheet - matte finish to<br />
facilitate load movement<br />
To customize slip sheets to specific unit<br />
load and unique operational procedures,<br />
the following are permitted:<br />
• Locking tray, pre-punched stretch<br />
wrapped starter hole, and pattern<br />
designs (e.g. dimple or waffle)<br />
• Four, three inch tabs consisting of 2<br />
fold tabs for shrink wrapping around<br />
loads and 2 tabs for load handling<br />
• Equivalent gauges to tensile strengths<br />
for loads less than 1,800 lbs. as an<br />
exception and with certification<br />
(Example: 16 mil with a tensile<br />
strength of 3,200 lbs.)<br />
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4 – Way Pricing<br />
The following section outlines the 4-way costing approach Lowe’s takes to product selection & channel<br />
modeling. Please ensure that when you quote your 4-way costing that all the logistics requirements associated<br />
with your product are considered as cost adjustments after the fact will not be tolerated.<br />
All <strong>vendor</strong>s are required to provide 4 costs for each SKU in their program. These costs are required regardless<br />
of your status as a current Lowe’s <strong>vendor</strong> or the pricing approach that has been used with Lowe’s US in the<br />
past.<br />
The accuracy of these costs in the item set-up sheet (the first time they are provided) is essential as they not<br />
only contribute to the merchant’s assortment decision, but also to the logistics flow decisions appropriate for<br />
Canada (which will by and large be significantly different than the US). These decisions will impact the size of<br />
the facility opened in Canada as well as the consolidation points we contract with and the freight rates we<br />
secure.<br />
“FOB Origin, Freight Collect DC”<br />
Title and ownership passes to Lowe’s at time of receipt at the <strong>vendor</strong> DC.<br />
True price of product net of any freight costs.<br />
Pricing should reflect large, efficient order quantities and thus exclude those administrative (EDI, packing<br />
lists, bill of lading, etc.), labor, and warehousing / packaging costs associated with ordering for numerous<br />
individual stores.<br />
For product crossing the US / Can border, duty and brokerage costs should not be included in this price.<br />
For pricing purposes, the assumption should be made that Lowe's will be the importer / exporter of record<br />
and will on its own behalf, or using a third party, prepare all customs clearance documentation.<br />
Vendor arranges pick up by Lowe’s preferred LTL carrier or receives scheduled appointment by Lowe’s TL<br />
contract carrier. Product must be ready for pick up on “ship day”.<br />
“FOB Origin, Freight Collect Store”<br />
Title and ownership passes to Lowe’s at time of receipt at the <strong>vendor</strong> DC.<br />
True price of product net of any freight costs. Orders will be smaller in quantity, with each purchase order<br />
containing product required for an individual store.<br />
Each order will need to have a separate packing list & BOL and will be shrink wrapped onto individual store<br />
pallets (unless it is shipped by small parcel)<br />
For product crossing the US / Can border, duty and brokerage costs should not be included in this price.<br />
For pricing purposes, the assumption should be made that Lowe's will be the importer / exporter of record<br />
and will on its own behalf, or using a third party, prepare all customs clearance documentation.<br />
Vendor arranges pick up by Lowe’s preferred LTL carrier or receives scheduled appointment by Lowe’s TL<br />
contract carrier. Product must be ready for pick up on “ship day”.<br />
“FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid DC”<br />
Title and ownership of product belongs to <strong>vendor</strong> until receipt at Lowe’s Canada DC.<br />
Price of product should include all freight costs required to ensure timely arrival at the designated Lowe’s<br />
DC.<br />
Pricing should reflect large, efficient order quantities and thus exclude those administrative (EDI, packing<br />
lists, bill of lading, etc.), labor, and warehousing / packaging costs associated with ordering for numerous<br />
individual stores as well as the freight savings due to the economies of scale associated with these larger<br />
volumes.<br />
For product crossing the US/Can border, <strong>vendor</strong> will be importer & exporter of record and must assume the<br />
cost associated with all duty, brokerage and admin responsibilities.<br />
Vendor arranges delivery direct to the Lowe’s DC.<br />
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“FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid Store”<br />
Title and ownership of product belongs to <strong>vendor</strong> until receipt at the appropriate Lowe’s Canada Stores (1) .<br />
Price of product should include all freight costs required to ensure timely arrival at the designated Lowe’s<br />
DC.<br />
Orders will be smaller in quantity, with each purchase order containing product required for an individual<br />
store. Each order will need to have a separate packing list & BOL and will be shrink wrapped onto<br />
individual store pallets.<br />
For product crossing the US/Can border, <strong>vendor</strong> will be importer & exporter of record and must assume the<br />
cost associated with all duty, brokerage and admin responsibilities.<br />
Vendor arranges delivery direct to the Lowe’s DC. Purchase orders are usually in small quantities that<br />
move by less than truckload (LTL) or UPS.<br />
(1)<br />
Title and ownership timing excludes any <strong>vendor</strong> product on a VMI relationship.<br />
Material Safety Data Sheets Requirements<br />
Background<br />
Beginning in mid 2007 Lowe’s will be expanding into Canada. As a result, this will necessitate strict<br />
compliance with a variety of Canadian regulations. Among these are regulations related to the transportation<br />
and management of hazardous materials.<br />
MSDS Compliance Requirements<br />
In order to comply with these regulations in particular, Lowe’s will be requiring new <strong>information</strong> from <strong>vendor</strong>s<br />
who wish to market products in Canada. Specifically, we are requiring Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)<br />
in the French language (as well as English) and containing the <strong>information</strong> required by the Canadian<br />
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS). NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE THIS<br />
INFORMATION YOUR PRODUCT(S) CANNOT AND WILL NOT BE OFFERED BY LOWE’S IN CANADA.<br />
MSDS Codes<br />
We need each item to have an MSDS code associated with it. Each item should have only one code.<br />
N Item does not have an MSDS and is not regulated by Department of Transportation (CFR49), Transport<br />
Canada (TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS ACT (CANADA), Ontario Ministry of Transportation<br />
(DANGEROUS GOODS ACT), Transportation Act (ONTARIO) and applicable Provincial equivalents.<br />
1 ITEM HAS MSDS AND IS NOT REGULATED BY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (CFR49),<br />
TRANSPORT CANADA (TRANSPORTATION of DANGEROUS GOODS ACT (CANADA), ONTARIO<br />
MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION (DANGEROUS GOODS ACT), TRANSPORTATION ACT (ONTARIO)<br />
and APPLICABLE PROVINCIAL EQUIVALENTS.<br />
2 Item has MSDS and is shipped as LTD. QTY. or CONSUMER COMMODITY. No shipping paper is required<br />
if material is not an marine pollutant. No reportable quantity restrictions.<br />
3 Item has MSDS and is shipped with LTD. OR REPORTABLE QTY. Restrictions requires special shipping<br />
papers to transport, etc.<br />
4 Item has MSDS and is shipped according to the shipping requirements of Department of Transportation<br />
(CFR49) AND applicable Canadian Federal and Provincial equivalents. Requires special shipping papers to<br />
transport, etc.<br />
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As you should be aware, the WHMIS requirements for MSDSs vary somewhat from those of OSHA in the<br />
United States. For example, WHMIS requires the percent of concentrations of hazardous ingredients to be<br />
listed (optional in the U.S.) as well as the LD50 value.<br />
Also of concern is the Canadian requirement that MSDSs be updated every three years or when there is a<br />
change in formulation. Since it will be impossible for Lowe’s to know when you have reviewed your MSDSs or<br />
changed formulations you will be required to maintain a system to manage this so that Lowe’s will ALWAYS<br />
have the most recent version of every MSDS. Revised and updated MSDSs should immediately be sent to<br />
Lowe’s MSDS custodian at:<br />
Infotrac<br />
Lowe’s MSDS Library<br />
200 North Palmetto<br />
Leesburg, FL USA 34748<br />
Be sure to write the 12 digit UPC on the MSDS for easy product reference. Infotrac will ensure that Lowe’s<br />
MSDS management system is updated accordingly.<br />
Once the Merchandising team has conducted the line review and selected your products, please begin<br />
forwarding the most current French and English MSDSs for Canada to Infotrac. This will ensure compliance<br />
and timely openings for the planned Canadian locations.<br />
I hereby certify that the regulatory <strong>information</strong> listed below is accurate, I understand the penalties for violations<br />
of Hazardous Materials Regulations and submit this <strong>information</strong> to Lowe’s in order that they may be in<br />
compliance with CFR 49 (Federal Transportation Regulation -- Department of Transportation), the<br />
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act (Canada), the Dangerous Goods Transportation Act (Ontario), and<br />
applicable provincial equivalents, and CFR 29 (OSHA Haz-Com), the Canada Labour Code, the Occupational<br />
Health and Safety Act (Ontario), and applicable provincial equivalents.<br />
IN ADDITION:<br />
I hereby acknowledge and agree to send the most current, bilingual (French & English) MSDS's for all items<br />
Lowe's is purchasing (if applicable) to: Infotrac, Lowe's MSDS, 200 N. Palmetto, Leesburg, FL 34748, USA. I<br />
also agree to write the item's 12 digit UPC bar code on the MSDS. I also agree to update this MSDS every 3<br />
years and to send said copies to Infotrac. I certify that these MSDS's are compliant with USA OSHA and<br />
Canadian WHMIS standards and understand the penalties if they are not.<br />
IMPORTANT: Lowe's has a policy that strictly prohibits the purchase of certain items from <strong>vendor</strong>s. Included<br />
are products containing more than 25% ammonium nitrate, pesticides that require an applicator's license and<br />
pesticides that are classified as restricted use chemicals. If you are in the process of selling to Lowe's any<br />
products that may fit the above descriptions you must notify Lowe's Merchandising Department immediately.<br />
In addition, if there are federal, provincial, state or local laws, regulations or requirements pertaining to any<br />
materials or products sold or to be sold to Lowe's, that may impact Lowe's as a retailer, you must notify Lowe's<br />
Merchandising Department immediately. This includes, but is not limited to, sale of products to minors,<br />
labeling requirements, signage requirements and requirements pertaining to height of product display.<br />
Failure to abide by these requirements shall constitute a material breach of the Lowe's Master Standard<br />
Buying Agreement between you and Lowe's.<br />
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Lowe’s Source Tag Program<br />
Lowe’s Source Tag Commitment Statement<br />
Lowe’s has implemented source tagging as part of our corporate strategy to increase sales and decrease<br />
shrinkage. The company has made a significant investment and commitment to source tagging and therefore<br />
appreciate the cooperation of our <strong>vendor</strong>s in this venture as we both experience the benefits source tagging<br />
offers.<br />
What is Source Tagging?<br />
Source Tagging is the process by which disposable anti-theft labels are incorporated into the merchandise to<br />
be protected during manufacturing or packaging process.<br />
Lowe’s has chosen to use TEPG/Sensormatic’s Ultra-Max Anti-Shoplifting Technology because it offers:<br />
The highest detection rate in the industry.<br />
Coverage of wide exits and entrances.<br />
Automatic, reliable deactivation of hidden labels without slowing throughput.<br />
A virtually false-free alarm system<br />
Potential packaging reduction or elimination since Ultra-Strip labels fit easily into small items.<br />
Washable labels for sewn-in application with home fashion products.<br />
Labels are able to be deactivated & reactivated.<br />
Lowe’s requires all suppliers with high-theft/high-shrink product to source tag specific SKU’s based<br />
upon their specific Product Group tagging criteria. If you are contacted to begin source tagging your<br />
product, you should follow these easy “Next Step Instructions” to get your program up and running. If<br />
you have any questions or issues regarding Lowe’s Source Tagging Policy you should contact Lowe’s<br />
EAS Coordinator at 704-758-6012.<br />
Next Step Instructions<br />
1. Complete ADT/Sensormatic's Product Submission Form & forward it, along with your SKUs that need<br />
to be tested, to one of Sensormatic’s Certification Labs. You do not need to try to pre-place the security<br />
tag on or in the product. The lab will determine the optimal place for the tag during the testing process.<br />
The certification process is the same for import & domestic items. You may choose the HK or US lab<br />
location that works best for you unless the item is to be Phase III tested.<br />
The certification process is FREE and generally takes less than two weeks to complete. Your product<br />
should be shipped to Sensormatic packaged exactly as it will arrive to our stores. If you have several<br />
SKUs packaged exactly the same, you need only send one product representative for each packaging<br />
style. However, provide all of the UPC codes for the items you would like certified.<br />
2. All certifications are sent to the Lowe’s EAS Source Tag Manager for approval, please wait for<br />
Lowe’s approval regarding each certification before you proceed with tagging the item. Should you<br />
have any packaging you feel is questionable please contact the EAS Program Coordinator to have<br />
a sample sent in for review. All packaging must be approved prior to implementing your merchandise<br />
program. NOTE: All clam shells must be heat or RF sealed on all sides and must include the approved<br />
phase tag before your first shipment.<br />
3. Lowe’s requires all product to be Phase II or Phase III tagged. PII tagging means the tag is concealed<br />
inside of the packaging of your product. PIII tagging means the tag is actually placed inside the product<br />
itself. The tag is always universally positioned within 3” of the barcode for all retailers regardless of the<br />
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phase. (Sensormatic’s Lab has been instructed to adhere to our standard requirement of testing all Lowe’s<br />
product for Phase III first.) If an item exceeds 24”/25lbs please contact the EAS Source Tag Coordinator to<br />
inquire about alternative tagging for these items so they remain within the Source Tagging Guidelines.<br />
4. Contact Lisa Greer Lowe’s Representative at Sensormatic, regarding pricing of tags, placing<br />
orders, credit, shipment, equipment, etc. Lisa can be reached at 336-838-7781 or<br />
lgreer@tycoint.com. Lowe’s ONLY accepts Sensormatic’s DR anti-theft tags.<br />
Upon receipt of certification from Sensormatic and approval of those certifications & packaging from Lowe’s<br />
EAS Program Manager/Coordinator, you are ready to begin tagging & shipping your product.<br />
Complete and return Lowe’s Source Tag Commitment form via fax to: 1.704.757.6098. You will need to<br />
list all of the SKUs that will be source tagged, by Lowe’s item number, and the approved phase on the form.<br />
(Please do not list the SKUs by your model number.) Enter the implementation date in the first paragraph. This<br />
is the date your source tagged product will begin shipping to our stores. (This date must be approved by<br />
Lowe’s EAS Program Manage/ Coordinator.)<br />
Source Tagging Requirements & Guidelines<br />
It generally takes a new supplier approximately 60-90 days to have source tagged product arriving in<br />
our stores. Should you have current warehouse stock, Lowe’s will allow you to work through that inventory<br />
and begin your program with the shipment following depletion of such. Should you determine that your current<br />
inventory level is greater then two months, you must contact Lowe’s EAS Coordinator at 704-758-6012 to<br />
determine the arrival date.<br />
Lowe’s ONLY accepts tagged product that uses TEPG/Sensormatic’s Dual Resonator (DR) anti-theft<br />
tag. There are several different anti-theft tags on the market. Lowe’s systems will only activate and perform<br />
accurately with the use of TEPG/Sensormatic’s DR tag. You may NOT use Check Point, or any other RF,<br />
(radio frequency) tag on your product to be shipped to Lowe’s.<br />
Lowe’s conducts weekly internal audits on committed source tagged SKU’s. Approximately six months<br />
after your implementation date, we will manually<br />
check all of your committed SKU’s to make sure they are tagged. This allows us to monitor <strong>vendor</strong> compliance<br />
and ensure our suppliers are receiving LIVE tags from their distributors.<br />
Lowe’s has a minimal 85% source tag compliance requirement. You will be notified of the results of your<br />
audit and given the opportunity to correct the problem should it be necessary. Your items will be rechecked 45<br />
days later. Should the problem not be corrected at the second audit, you will be found non-compliant. The<br />
specific recourse for non-compliance will be determined at the time by Lowe’s Merchandising and Loss<br />
Prevention Management. Non-compliance is handled on a case-by-case basis.<br />
Lowe’s will assist all suppliers with any “hard to tag” item and allow them significant time to find,<br />
develop & initiate use of the solution. Lowe’s will supply you with a list of VAR’s, (Value Added Resellers),<br />
who assist <strong>companies</strong> with developing unique, individual tagging solutions for abnormal, or hard –to-tag items.<br />
For instance: drop in tags (phones, fertilizer, soft goods), sewn in tags (soft goods), weighted/winged tags<br />
(liquid concentrates/Round UP, chemicals & cleaners), are just a few of the tagging solutions that have been<br />
developed for unique SKU’s at Lowe’s and other retailers. For any item, there is a solution, and we will assist<br />
you in finding the right one for your product.<br />
Lowe’s DOES NOT absorb or “share” in the cost of the anti-theft tag. Lowe’s has invested millions of<br />
dollars in the installation of TEPG/Sensormatic’s EAS equipment throughout our stores, and for this reason,<br />
require our suppliers to “share” the cost of the program, by providing the tags.<br />
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Lowe’s Source Tagging Commitment<br />
NEW SUPPLIERS OR FIRST TIME TAGGERS Should complete this paragraph<br />
This is to confirm that ________________________ will participate in Lowe’s Source Tagging Program. Theft<br />
protected merchandise will begin shipping to all Lowe’s stores by the ___ day of , 2_____. We will also be<br />
certain any additional SKUs added to our assortment will be source tagged if necessary. I further understand that<br />
Lowe’s requires 85% tagging compliance and will be performing random source tag audits on our merchandise. Any<br />
SKUs found to be non-compliant will require immediate correction and will be audited again in 30-45 days. If the<br />
problem has not been rectified, I will be held accountable for non-compliance and a penalty will be enforced.<br />
OR<br />
CURRENTLY COMMITTED SOURCE TAG PARTNERS should complete this paragraph<br />
This is to confirm that ________________________ is currently participating in Lowe’s Source Tagging Program<br />
and is in compliance with all product required. Listed below, or attached, are all of the SKUs that we are currently<br />
sending to Lowe’s tagged. Additionally, we have identified any new SKUs that will be theft protected and will be<br />
shipping to all Lowe’s stores by the ____day of _________, 2_____. I further understand that Lowe’s requires 85%<br />
tagging compliance and will be performing random source tag audits on our merchandise. Any SKUs found to be<br />
non-compliant will require immediate correction and will be audited again in 30-45 days. If the problem has not been<br />
rectified, I will be held accountable for non-compliance and a penalty will be enforced.<br />
Signed this ____ day of _____________, 2_____ by _____________________________________________<br />
Print Name LEGIBLY:____________________<br />
Title:________________________________________<br />
Phone Number: __________________<br />
Vendor Contact E-Mail: ________________________________<br />
Name: Lowe’s Merchandising Director or Merchant: ___________________________________________<br />
Phases of tagging: PII (tag concealed inside of package); PIII (tag integrated inside of product)<br />
List or supply attachment of CURRENT SKUs, by Lowe’s Item #, that are tagged & what Phase.<br />
ITEM # PHASE TAG ITEM # PHASE TAG ITEM # PHASE TAG ITEM # PHASE TAG<br />
List or supply attachment of SKUs you are confirming will be tagged per Lowe’s directive &<br />
what Phase.<br />
ITEM # PHASE TAG ITEM # PHASE TAG ITEM # PHASE TAG ITEM # PHASE TAG<br />
Please return to Wendy Kaysen<br />
Fax: 1-704-757-6097<br />
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Merch.<br />
Division<br />
Merchant<br />
Product Group #, specific tagging criteria<br />
-All <strong>information</strong> below applies to all<br />
domestic, import & promotional items<br />
- All prices listed are based on retail price<br />
points<br />
Phase Tag-<br />
PI- tag applied outside of package within<br />
3” of barcode & concealed<br />
PII- tag concealed inside package<br />
PIII- tag concealed within product<br />
Lowe’s Tagging Directive:<br />
-PIII tagging is Lowe’s highest<br />
expectation; PII or PI will only be<br />
accepted based on Sensormatic<br />
lab certifications.<br />
*** Optimal packaging requires all<br />
clamshells to be 100% RF or heat<br />
sealed, and that corrugated<br />
boxes use strong adhesives for<br />
closure. All PI solutions must be<br />
concealed with an approved tear<br />
away barcode or overlay.<br />
Tools<br />
Bob<br />
Vaillancourt<br />
150100: Power Tools $7.95+<br />
150150: Bench Top & Stationary Tools<br />
$7.95+<br />
150120: Bench Top Tools & Accessories<br />
$7.95+<br />
150170: Power Tool Accessories $7.95+<br />
150200: Hand Tools $7.95+<br />
150400: Specialty Tools $7.95+<br />
31570: Air Compressors & Pneumatics<br />
$7.95+<br />
(does not include pneumatic fasteners)<br />
If PIII tagging can not be certified<br />
we ask for PII tagging w/ optimal<br />
packaging.<br />
PI concealed solution is only<br />
acceptable if the item is over 24” or<br />
25lbs.<br />
Tool combo kits may contain<br />
more then one active tag and<br />
must be PIII or PII tagged<br />
regardless of weight or height<br />
OPE<br />
Robert Rizzi<br />
130100: All Walk Behind Mowers<br />
130850: All Pressure Washers (Pressure<br />
Washer Accessories $9.95+)<br />
150500: All Generators<br />
150310: All Trimmers (Trimmer Accessories<br />
$9.95+)<br />
150320: All Blowers<br />
150300: All Chainsaws (Chainsaw<br />
Accessories $9.95+)<br />
130900: L & G Parts & Accessories $9.95+<br />
If PIII tagging can not be certified<br />
we ask for PII tagging w/ optimal<br />
packaging.<br />
PI concealed solution is only<br />
acceptable if the item is over 24”<br />
or 25lbs.<br />
Appliances<br />
Melissa<br />
Glover<br />
No Product Groups Targeted<br />
Home<br />
Environment<br />
Neil<br />
Calhoun<br />
80300: All Vacuums<br />
80300: Vacuum Accessories $9.95+<br />
50550: Kitchenware $29.95+<br />
90100: Air Conditioners & Accessories<br />
$29.95+<br />
40280: Home Comfort & Accessories<br />
$29.95+<br />
If PIII tagging can not be certified<br />
we ask for PII tagging w/ optimal<br />
packaging.<br />
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Hardware<br />
Robert Rizzi<br />
20700: Door & Window Hardware $7.95+<br />
20710: All Cabinet Hardware (except<br />
assortments 18597 Import Hardware, 26234<br />
Suite Solutions & 18471 Cabinet Hardware)<br />
110300: Locksets $9.95+<br />
110310: All Batteries & Flashlights (except<br />
import flashlights $9.95 & below)<br />
110320: All Smoke & Fire<br />
110330: Safety $9.95+<br />
If PIII tagging can not be certified<br />
we ask for PII tagging w/ optimal<br />
packaging.<br />
Fractional tagging for batteries is<br />
acceptable.<br />
Building<br />
Materials<br />
Rough<br />
Plumbing<br />
Danielle<br />
Lipczynski<br />
Bernie<br />
Snider<br />
No Product Groups Targeted<br />
70100: Pumps & Tanks $49.95+<br />
70400: All Irrigation $9.95+<br />
70150: All Water Treatment<br />
60300: Plumbing Repair & Supplies $9.95+<br />
40290: Home Environment $9.95+<br />
If PIII tagging can not be certified<br />
we ask for PII tagging w/ optimal<br />
packaging.<br />
PI concealed solution is only<br />
acceptable if the item is over 24”<br />
or 25lbs.<br />
Rough Electrical<br />
Bernie<br />
Snider<br />
40200: Electrical Tools & Testers $5.95+<br />
40200: Electrical Accessories (wire nuts,<br />
cable wire, tape etc.) $9.95+<br />
40250: Switch Gear & Accessories<br />
(Specifically Spa Panels)<br />
40260: Wiring Devices $9.95+<br />
100450: Audio, Video & Telecommunications<br />
$9.95+<br />
120022: Telephone Accessories $9.95+<br />
If PIII tagging can not be certified<br />
we ask for PII tagging w/ optimal<br />
packaging.<br />
Millwork<br />
Rocky<br />
Reynolds<br />
110800: Garage Door Operators $9.95+<br />
(excluding extension kits)<br />
20100: Select Stair Parts (contact<br />
Merchandising group for specific items)<br />
20150: Select Decorative Moulding (contact<br />
Merchandising group for specific items)<br />
20230: Pet Doors $19.95+<br />
If PIII tagging can not be certified<br />
we ask for PII tagging w/ optimal<br />
packaging.<br />
Lumber<br />
Ron<br />
Krochuk<br />
No Product Groups Targeted<br />
Windows/Walls<br />
Richard<br />
Keeper/Neil<br />
Calhoun<br />
30550: Fashion Coordinates (specifically<br />
assortments 16444 soft treatments & 16058<br />
waverly coordinates) $9.95+<br />
30750: Borders $4.95+<br />
If PIII tagging can not be certified<br />
we ask for PII tagging w/ optimal<br />
packaging.<br />
Flooring<br />
Richard<br />
Keeper<br />
31010: Ceramic Tools $8.95+<br />
31000: Carpet Tools $8.95+<br />
*** All Suntouch Matts<br />
If PIII tagging can not be certified<br />
we ask for PII tagging w/ optimal<br />
packaging.<br />
Fashion<br />
Plumbing<br />
Alan Challis<br />
60150: All Faucets $39.95+<br />
60210: All Shower Massagers $12.95+<br />
50750: All Disposers<br />
If PIII tagging can not be certified<br />
we ask for PII tagging w/ optimal<br />
packaging.<br />
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Lighting<br />
Alan Challis<br />
40270: All Home Automation/Communication<br />
40300: Decorative Exterior Lighting $9.95+<br />
40310: All Interior Utility Lighting (specifically<br />
Assortments 17280, 17180 & 17190)<br />
40320: All Low Voltage Exterior Lighting<br />
40400: Decorative Interior Lighting<br />
40420: Décor Lamps $9.95+<br />
40700: All Exterior Utility Lighting<br />
90325: Ceiling Fans $39.95+<br />
40510: Track & Accent Lighting $9.95+<br />
If PIII tagging can not be certified<br />
we ask for PII tagging w/ optimal<br />
packaging.<br />
PI concealed solution is only<br />
acceptable if the item is over 24”<br />
or 25lbs.<br />
Paint<br />
Seema<br />
Pabari<br />
31330: All Paint Sprayers, Rollers & Sprayer<br />
Accessories<br />
31480: All Applicators & Carbide Scraper<br />
Blades $4.95+ (exclude all other scrapers,<br />
knives & blades)<br />
If PIII tagging can not be certified<br />
we ask for PII tagging w/ optimal<br />
packaging<br />
Cabinets,<br />
Countertops &<br />
Furniture<br />
Michelle<br />
Ritchie<br />
No Product Groups Targeted<br />
Home<br />
Organization<br />
Michelle<br />
Ritchie<br />
No Product Groups Targeted<br />
Seasonal Living<br />
Dennis<br />
Lenahan<br />
90200: Seasonal Heating (specifically<br />
fireplace remotes & portable heaters) $9.95+<br />
90200: Seasonal Cooling ( portable fans)<br />
$9.95+<br />
130880: Outdoor Accessories (specifically<br />
assortment 12320) $24.95+<br />
130910: All Pond Pumps<br />
If PIII tagging can not be certified<br />
we ask for PII tagging w/ optimal<br />
packaging<br />
Nursery John Thajer No Product Groups Targeted<br />
Lawn &<br />
Landscaping<br />
Jim Webb<br />
130620: Outdoor Garden Chemicals $19.95+<br />
130810: All Pruning Items $9.95+ (excluding<br />
POLE PRUNERS)<br />
130860: All Gloves $12.95+<br />
If PIII tagging can not be certified<br />
we ask for PII tagging w/ optimal<br />
packaging<br />
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