Essendant Expands Marketplace Operations to Latin America via Mercado Libre Partnership
Essendant has expanded its marketplace operations by partnering with Mercado Libre, the largest online marketplace in Latin America. This move marks Essendant's first entry into the Latin American market, offering a curated selection of power and hand tools from top brands to consumers across 18 countries. Essendant's Interim CEO, David Boone, highlighted the importance of this partnership as part of the company's Connected Commerce program, which aims to empower brands with global reach. The collaboration went live in October, further establishing Essendant as a leader in distribution and fulfillment solutions for resellers and brands.
William Carlin
16 Nov 2024 7:19 PM
Essendant Expands Marketplace Operations to Latin America via Mercado Libre Partnership
Essendant has announced an exciting expansion of its marketplace operations through a new partnership with Mercado Libre, the largest online marketplace serving Mexico, Central, and South America. This marks Essendant’s first venture into the Latin American market, offering consumers access to an extensive selection of power and hand tools from top brands.
A Major Milestone for Essendant's Connected Commerce Program
David Boone, Interim CEO of Essendant, emphasized the importance of this collaboration:
"Mercado Libre has immense reach internationally, so this is a critical expansion for Essendant's Connected Commerce program. It not only gives us a foothold into 18 Latin American countries but offers huge potential for us to help brands sell their products to a broader audience of consumers."
Months of strategic planning and product curation have culminated in Essendant’s product selection going live on Mercado Libre's platform in early October.
Empowering Growth and Innovation
With a legacy spanning 100 years, Essendant continues to position itself as a leader in distribution and fulfillment services, helping brands and resellers navigate today’s complex commerce landscape. By joining forces with Mercado Libre, Essendant strengthens its ability to provide solutions for resellers and brands seeking to expand into new international markets.
About Essendant
Essendant is a leading distribution and commerce company specializing in wholesale distribution and fulfillment services (3PL). Supporting businesses of all sizes, Essendant combines system integrations, best-in-class distribution capabilities, and eCommerce services to fuel growth and optimize supply chains.
About Mercado Libre
Mercado Libre is the leading e-commerce and digital financial services company in Latin America, with operations across 18 countries. Founded in 1999, the company provides an ecosystem of solutions for buying, selling, and accessing financial services, transforming lives through innovative, culturally tailored technology solutions.
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