End-to-End Downstream Solutions for wholesalers
Cost-Efficient, Scalable & Compliant Solutions for
Inventory Clearance
Returns Management
Redistribution Frameworks
ESG Compliance
Throughput Optimisation
CTR delivers high-volume downstream recovery and redistribution to wholesalers under pressure from tight margins, complex category exclusions, and sustainability mandates.
- Unlock hidden margin from excess pallets through controlled bulk resale and redistribution
- Boost warehouse throughput and pallet-per-hour efficiency at scale
- Roll out compliant take-back and donation programs with full traceability
- Achieve zero-to-landfill with responsible disposal and audited ESG reporting
"CTR transformed our returns process - recovering margin at scale while boosting our sustainability KPIs"
Turn Overstock into Revenue with Expert Downstream Logistics
Wholesale distributors regularly contend with large volumes of overstocks, high-value returns and end-of-line stock that lock up cash, expose your brand to risk and strain sustainability targets. CTR’s bulk-focused, cost-optimised and data-driven downstream integration frees up warehouse space, safeguards your margins and delivers fully compliant, audit-ready ESG reporting.
WHOLESALERS PAIN POINTS: CAPITAL locked IN OVERSTOCK, NETWORK INEFFICIENCY AND ESG compliance PRESSURES
Wholesalers regularly contend with vast pallets of overstocks, high-volume returns and end-of-line stock that lock up cash, create warehouse bottlenecks and strain ESG targets. Without the right partners, these challenges erode margins, expose brand risk and jeopardise compliance.
You Have Questions Like…
CTR Has the Answers...
Excess pallets tying up capital?
Returns flood your network?
Controlled Bulk Clearance
Seamless B2B Redistribution
No reliable clearance channel?
ESG & compliance gaps?
Compliance assurance
Circular Inventory Recovery
CTR Has the Answers...
WHOLESALEr TURNARROUNDS: CTR Unlocks Profit from Idle Stock and Boosts Margins
By joining forces with top-tier wholesalers, CTR transforms bulky overstocks and complex returns into dependable revenue streams. Our bulk-focused, end-to-end reverse logistics expertise delivers market-leading cost efficiency, bullet-proof compliance and industry-defining sustainability credentials so you reclaim tied-up capital, protect your margins and accelerate growth across your entire distribution network.
High-Volume Stock Optimisation
Bulk clearance and redistribution of overstocks, slow-moving and end of line goods freeing up warehouse capacity, protecting margins and keeping cash flowing.
Large-Scale Reverse Logistics
End to end returns and recall management at scale, reducing handling costs and cycle times while integrating seamlessly with your distribution network.
ESG & Compliance at Scale
Provably compliant zero to landfill programmes with real-time dashboards and full audit trails that turn regulatory duties into brand-building credentials.
The Transformation: FROM OVERSTOCK HEADACHE TO PROFITABLE, ESG-READY CLEARANCE
Wholesale is built on margin, speed, and trust. Whether you’re moving product upstream or downstream, our network helps you recover value, protect brands, and stay audit-ready - without operational drag.
FULL
UK COVERAGE
Nationwide recovery with resale, repack, or recycling across every region.
0%
landfill
All stock ethically reused or recycled with full ESG audit trails.
SECURE
EU WAREHOUSING
Resale-ready stock placed fast across regional hubs.
WHAT DO WHOLESALERS ASK US?
questions from wholesalers
Whether you’re evaluating aged-stock clearance, channel safeguards or ESG reporting, here are some of the FAQs you might want answered before partnering with us:
What bulk volumes do you handle and what pricing model applies?
CTR Group has the flexibility and infrastructure to scale accordingly - from a single pallet to tens of thousands of them. We apply market and channel specific pricing, but consistently we understand the need to be sharp and commercial.
Can you integrate with our WMS or ERP systems for real-time updates?
In a word, yes. We have developed a number of key partnerships in recent years that rely on a total system alignment for success and reporting clarity.
Which B2B channels do you use for redistribution and resale?
As well as out other channels, our B2B relationships are embedded both in the UK and more widely around the world. We’d be happy to discuss these specifically with you, give us a call!
What compliance standards do you meet (EPR, WEEE, zero to landfill)?
We’re a business that understands our partners’ EPR responsibilities - and so as well as our absolute guarantee of zero-to-landfill across the entire operation, we meet and exceed every relevant statutory code and deliver best-practice processes across the board, including ISO 9001 and 14001.
What service-level agreements guarantee turnaround times?
We have both a standard set of SLAs that we ascribe to, and a number of bespoke SLAs written in partnership with our customers – giving clarity and confidence around our services. We’re happy to agree what we are going to do – and then we do it!
What ROI and margin improvements can wholesalers expect?
Whilst you’ll understand that is an impossible question to answer without knowing the specifics of your situation, you can be fully confident that together we will plan and agree the timelines, and ensure that the commercial return is both clear and realistic both for us and for you.
How quickly can you clear overstocks from our warehouses?
How quickly do you need it cleared?! We can mobilise within the UK within 24 hours, and across mainland Europe anywhere between 24 and 72 hours.
How do you manage large-scale returns and recalls?
Together. These can be difficult and complicated processes so it’s important that we work out our execution plan together. You can be confident though that once agreed, we’ll get it delivered.
How do you safeguard our brand during bulk clearance?
We understand the primacy of maintaining brand integrity, and the potential exposure with old or unsanctioned product finding its way into core markets. We work together to specifically define where and how we move your product onward – and more importantly where it is important that your product doesn’t end up.
How transparent is your reporting and dashboard access?
Our technology team work with key partners to develop simple and effective interfaces through our proprietary ACTRA system. We can deliver by-SKU, by-consignment data to give you complete management, oversight and accountability.
Can you support seasonal surges and multi-site roll-outs?
That’s the heartbeat of what we do – our business is built on supporting multisite seasonal retail and we have developed our onward markets and warehousing facilities precisely to flex with your business
How do you track and demonstrate ESG impact at scale?
With each customer, we plug into our proprietary ACTRA and technology systems, and build bespoke reporting capabilities to ensure that, whatever the key metrics that you need to manage, we can dovetail our data to deliver you the transparency and reporting you need.
Dead Stock Reinvented for Wholesalers
CTR Converts bulk Returns into Revenue, Protects Your Brand and Ensures Compliance
You face large pallets of overstocks, high-volume returns and end-of-line stock that tie up cash, clog your warehouse and place pressure on your sustainability targets.
CTR’s proven downstream logistics solutions slot seamlessly into your operations to free up capacity, safeguard your margins and deliver fully auditable ESG reporting - so you turn excess stock into reliable profit at scale.
Rapid Bulk Clearance
We deploy our resale and redistribution network to convert your excess pallets into revenue within days, freeing warehouse space and releasing cash.
Scalable Returns Management
We integrate with your WMS and manage returns from collection through grading and onward B2B delivery, reducing handling costs and accelerating turnaround times.
Audit Ready ESG and Compliance
Our zero to landfill programmes include full audit trails and live dashboards showing your ESG performance, so you meet regulations and build your green credentials.
Turning 1 Million Units a Month of Lidl Overstock into Sustainable Profit
1
million
units processed per month
6
lorry loads
per day - 1300 artics per annum inbound
30+ categories
of goods handles
As one of Europe’s fastest-growing retailers with hundreds of sites, Lidl’s “Middle of Lidl” overstock and end-of-life lines present complex sustainability and compliance demands. Strict market exclusions in many categories mean unsold stock must be handled with precision, and Lidl needed a partner who could guarantee zero waste without compromise.
CTR Group’s proven global network and secure-hub model deliver:
• Complete traceability: every pallet and SKU is scanned, manifested, and quality-tested.
• Ethical redistribution: approved goods flow into targeted secondary markets.
• Responsible recycling: all plastics, cardboard, and packaging are processed to Lidl’s rigorous standards.
In just 90 days, we recovered full value from over 3 million units, returning vital funds faster than any alternative solution, maintaining iron-clad audit trails, and safeguarding Lidl’s brand reputation.
ready to turn surplus into profit easily?
zero to landfill
WHY CHOOSE CTR FOR WHOLESALErs
CTR partners with top wholesalers to recover and redistribute inventory at scale for high-volume B2B channels, support your busiest seasons and safeguard your brand and margins.
Bulk Clearance to Revenue
Network Integration
Surge Capacity
ESG & Compliance
wholesalers we partner with
Wholesale Inventory Solutions for Overstock, Returns and Take-Back Schemes to Maximise Profit
Whether you’re a general-merchandise distributor or an industrial-supplies partner, CTR has the expertise and infrastructure to turn your bulk stock challenges into profitable, sustainable outcomes.
GENERAL MERCHANDISE wholesalers
Bulk suppliers of homeware, textiles and electronics: CTR transforms mixed pallets into targeted resale channels that preserve your brand.
FOOD & FMCG wholesalers
High-volume distributors of packaged foods, beverages and perishables: CTR manages expiry, stock clearance and responsible recycling at scale.
CATEGORY-FOCUSED WHOLESALERS
Specialists in fashion accessories, small domestic appliances and home décor: CTR deploys bespoke resale networks to maximise your margins.
COMMERCE FULFILMENT WHOLESALERS
Fulfilment partners for online marketplaces: CTR integrates returns management, grading and repackaging for fast, compliant restocking.
INDUSTRIAL SUPPLIES WHOLESALERS
Distributors of packaging, PPE and operational consumables: CTR clears overstocks and recycles materials to free up warehouse space.
SOLUTIONS for wholesalers
we offer a wide range of solutions for wholesalers
Whether you need to unlock value from returned consignments, manage bulk overstocks, streamline warehouse flows or securely retire obsolete inventory, CTR’s comprehensive services deliver profitable, compliant and sustainable results for wholesalers.
reverse logistics & fulfilment
Convert returns and overstocks into resale-ready stock with expert grading, repackaging, relabeling and end-to-end visibility.
resale & redistribution
Unlock hidden margin by clearing surplus inventory through premium resale channels or compliant redistribution networks today.
take-back & donation programmes
Turn end-of-life items into charitable contributions with accredited partners, full chain-of-custody and impact reporting.
it asset disposal (weee compliance)
Securely erase data, destroy e-waste and recycle electronics via authorised WEEE channels with complete audit trails.
secure destruction & disposal
Irreversibly shred branded goods or uniforms, recycle all packaging materials for circular reuse and issue detailed digital certificates for complete traceability.
crisis clearance
Rapidly remove and recover excess or recalled stock, segregate for reuse or disposal and maintain full compliance under urgent timelines.
plastic recovery & recycling
Divert plastic packaging from landfill by sorting, shredding and granulating into high-value recyclate, with truly zero waste outcomes.
READY TO STREAMLINE WHOLESALE INVENTORY RECOVERY?
Unlock capital from excess, returned and obsolete stock. We handle collection, grading, redistribution and end-to-end compliance reporting.
CTR - Practical, Positive People
MEET SOME OF OUR INCREDIBLE CTR TEAM
CTR is passionate about delivering the right service and solution to your business. And for that we need practical passionate people.
STEVE BOLTON
Procurement Manager,
Marchington
KATE COLLINS
Project Manager,
Corby
LAUREN MOLE
Administration Manager,
Marhcington
David Christie
Health and Safety Compliance Officer, Marchington
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY & ESG IMPACT
Streamline Returns and Drive Sustainability
Our end-to-end reverse logistics accelerates your returns processing and ensures every item is restocked or recycled responsibly. We track every stage against your ESG targets to cut costs, reduce waste and deliver clear sustainability gains.
REVENUE RECOVERY & COMPLIANCE
Unlock Revenue and Guarantee Compliance
Our proven resale network converts surplus pallets, seasonal lines and high-volume returns into cash. You free up working capital and avoid write-downs, all while gaining full audit trails to meet even the strictest compliance requirements.
UK BASED, international REACH
We operate across continents, turning excess inventory, returns, and resources into opportunities worldwide. See the scale, reach, and impact of our global network in action.
CTR Aproved Global Partners
The Operational Edge: CTR Intelligence Hub
Where ESG meets ROI. The Operational Edge is CTR’s content hub for insight-led, commercially driven strategies that help you handle complexity at scale.
From compliance and circularity to fulfilment, redistribution, and brand protection, we break down what matters and show what works. No fluff. Just intelligent action.
