Mullin, InC., purchases supplies such as paper towels, soap, toilet paper, and seat covers directly from manufacturers and then sells them to other firms. Mullin, InC. is a(n)
A wholesaler is part of the downstream supply chain. It operates by purchasing large amounts of certain goods and then reselling them to smaller retailers. Wholesalers act as intermediaries between small retailers that are unable to purchase large amounts from manufacturers, but still need to purchase them at a discount price. Generally, wholesalers do not sell directly to the general public, only to other smaller businesses.
