While obtaining access to Retail Link is free to Wal-Mart’s supplier community, there are certainly costs associated with its usage.

How do I add a user to Retail Link?

From the site map, navigate to the RL Supports/Collaboration menu. Click “Suggest a new User Account” (shown below).

How do I access my retail link?

Go to the Retail Link® homepage at

Login to Retail Link ®
Set your screen resolution to at least 1024 x 768.United States suppliers should Chrome v49 or higher.International suppliers should use Internet Explorer.

When was Retail Link created?

In 1991, Walmart expanded the capabilities of its EDI-based network by introducing Retail Link.

How does Walmart supply chain work?

Walmart’s supply chain reaches more than 100,000 suppliers globally and many of those suppliers also have their own supply chain. Walmart expects that the products we purchase and sell are made in the right way by suppliers who act ethically and respect the dignity of workers.

Why can’t other large retailers easily duplicate Walmart’s Retail Link?

Why can’t other large retailers easily duplicate Walmart’s Retail Link? Walmart is able to off load some of the cost of keeping its shelves full to vendors. Vendors monitor the stock of their goods in all Walmart stores and are incentivized to keep goods in stock (avoid stock-outs).

What is Walmart 360?

Found in Supplier Center, Item 360 is a new catalog management tool. Item 360 seemingly takes the place of what used to be the ‘Manage Items’ tab. With this change, it’s now easier for Vendors to make updates to their catalogs. For example, creating variations in the backend and downloading catalog information in bulk.

Who owns retail link?

Retail Link® is a Walmart-owned system (sometimes taught through Walmart Supplier Academy) that allows suppliers to manage their own products.

What is vendor pack?

The idea behind a vendor pack is primarily about setting up an auction on which potential bidders can bid, not just on price but also on the terms and conditions of sale.

How do I find my Walmart vendor ID?

Once you’ve logged into your Seller/Supplier Center account, your seller/supplier id will be located just below your company name on the left-hand menu. Note: *Your Seller ID is typically an 11 digit code, while your Supplier ID is typically a 6 digit code.

How many suppliers does Walmart use?

As a seller of many vastly different products, Walmart has an extensive supply chain that consists of 2,800 suppliers worldwide. Being a supplier for Walmart is a profitable and unique relationship.

Where does Walmart’s supply chain start what trigger’s Walmart’s Retail Link system to ship goods to local Walmart stores?

1. Where does Walmart’s supply chain start? What triggers Walmart’s Retail Link system to ship goods to local Walmart Stores? Walmart’s Retail Link is triggered by consumer purchases in local stores by point-of-purchase cash register data.