been selling fitness accessories on amazon for about 3 years. placed a big order in july for black friday. everything seemed fine, supplier was responsive, sent samples, the usual stuff.
last week i check in about shipping timeline and their email bounces back. try calling and the number is disconnected. check their alibaba profile and its gone.
40k worth of inventory just vanished along with this company. my whole black friday plan is fucked.
been frantically trying to find new suppliers but everyone wants crazy lead times. one guy told me 8 weeks minimum which puts me in january. another wanted full payment upfront like wtf dude.
my business partner thinks we should just write off black friday this year but thats basically our whole Q4. my wife keeps asking when the products are coming and i dont even know what to tell her anymore.
cant sleep. cant eat. keep checking my email hoping theyll magically respond.
this is why i hate this business sometimes. one supplier fucks you and your whole year is ruined.
my supplier just disappeared with my black friday order
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Posted by Additional-Engine402
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I’m sorry that happened to you man. I genuinely don’t have any advice, but I wish you all the best.
You should tell your wife tho, don’t hide it from her
I’m certain you’re going through a lot of stress right now
those sleepless nights are the worst
I strongly suggest being open and transparent to your wife about this; you never know, she may be able to help in ways you didn’t imagine
best of luck and I’m rooting for you