Our Vendor Partnerships

“Fill the other guy’s basket to the brim. Making money then becomes an easy proposition”

– Andrew Carnegie

This Foundation Principle™ has become the Golden Rule of our business when working with external vendors. From small “mom and pop” operations to worldwide product manufacturers and service providers, we’ve always worked with our vendors to create strong, mutually beneficial partnerships through communication and teamwork. These partnerships are key to our commitment to providing our customers the most innovative, high quality, differentiated products in the industry coupled with the utmost in customer service. And they have been especially important as we navigate this challenging economic time.

34 responses to “Our Vendor Partnerships”

  1. We'd like install our power napping 'pods' inside of your employee lounge area! Check out our website at www.powernaps.com. ...
    • The Container Store says:
      Thanks for sending this info Ted. I've passed it along to our facilities team - they will review this and ...
  2. Hi, I would like to know how does a small business like mine can become a supplier for The ...
  3. I received your email promoting the book from Whole Foods CEO. Before promoting his book you should look at the ...
  4. Are there any franchise opportunities in Connecticut? I would like to open a Containerstore in the area. Thank you.. Michael
    • The Container Store says:
      Hi Michael - thanks for visiting our blog. We do not have a franchise program at this time, but we ...
      • It is clear to me that you do not have a franchise program at this time. However: Do you have ...
        • The Container Store says:
          Hi Rui - thanks for visiting our blog, and for your interest in working with us. We're currently focused on ...
  5. Love Elfa closet organization products!!
  6. Can some please give me to contact or process needed to submit our products for concideration by the Container Store... ...
  7. Please forward to whom this may concern. I don’t know the best way to contact your corporate management, marketing, ...
    • The Container Store says:
      Hi Evelyn - thanks so much for visiting our blog! We'd like you to encourage Jen to email publicrelations@containerstore.com and ...
  8. Whitney McIntosh says:
    Hello! I'm with Carolina Pad - a fashion supplier of school supplies in stationery, sewn goods and office organization ...
  9. Mary Boushelle says:
    Please consider a store in Northwest Arkansas. With the area being one of the top regions for growth, a ...
    • Cameron Elliott says:
      I agree, a store in Northwest Arkansas would be a great addition to our state!
  10. Julie McAfee says:
    I love organizing and love that I can find products at the container store to meet nearly every organizational need ...
  11. I notice that this thread is over a year old...has your policy changed? We are interested in a franchise ...
  12. Colleen Pendleton says:
    Your company has a quality approach to working with vendors. I would like to know what is your policy for ...
  13. Hello, I enjoy your store and see that there are none within a 100 mile radius of kansas city. ...
  14. Ken Weisberger says:
    What a great partnership! Everyone at the Container Store is energetic, wants to learn about every product and always ...
  15. We have a terrific relationship with the folks at The Container Store. They like what we do for them, and ...
  16. I love the Container Store, we have bought several good products from there and easy to assemble, sturdy and even ...
  17. Katy Richardson says:
    I feel very fortunate to do business with The Container Store. Absolutely everyone I have contact with is committed to ...
  18. I love that a company of this size helps to support Mom and Pop businesses. With todays economic struggles, I truly ...
  19. Dear Container Store, I am a London, UK based resident who is a very big fan of your organisation and would ...
  20. We have made great strides over the last few years in reducing our environmental and carbon footprint in our manufacturing, ...
  21. Jennifer Koutouras says:
    I would like to know how to become a Container Store vendor. I created the ultimate gym locker organizer ...
  22. Glenda Zahn-Burell says:
    It goes back to your policy of commiting to others in the community, first you give back or work hard ...
  23. Jeffrey Duberville says:
    The core values of the Container Store and Laird Plastics are very similar. Your focus on employee development and supplier ...
  24. I have tried to inquire before on how you would get your own or open a store in Anderson, South ...
    • Hi Keri, thank you for your intest! We are a privately held company and do not offer franchise opportunities ...
  25. Berenice Herrera says:
    Any plans to open a store in Monterrey México? WE love YOUR store =)!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  • Welcome
  • Welcome

    Hello! Since our doors opened in 1978, we’ve been a company full of heart and soul with what I like to call our “yummy” culture. We put our employees first and strive for excellence in everything we do. We want to be special, different, and to offer a retail experience unlike any other. Our blog is a place to celebrate our employees, our culture, our customers, our vendors and our commitment to our communities. So thank you for visiting, for sharing your thoughts and for being an even bigger part of what we stand for – organization with heart!

    Kip Tindell, Chairman and CEO

  • Our Story
  • Our Story

    On July 1, 1978, The Container Store opened its doors in a 1,600 square foot retail space in Dallas. The first store was filled with products that consumers couldn't find in any other retail environment. They were things like commercial parts bins, mailboxes, popcorn tins, burger baskets, milk crates and wire leaf burners. The product collection was quite unusual, but when used in a home or office, the solutions saved customers space and, ultimately, time.

  • Putting Our Employees First
  • Putting Our Employees First

    At The Container Store, we firmly believe our employee is our #1 stakeholder. In doing so, employees take better care of customers and ultimately the shareholders benefit. It's a departure from what most other companies practice, yet it's been at the heart of our success since 1978. It's because of this employee-first culture that FORTUNE magazine has recognized us on its annual list of "100 Best Companies to Work For" for the past 12 years.

  • Our Foundation Principles
  • Our Foundation Principles

    Not only was The Container Store built on great products, but it was structured around some fundamental values and philosophies about treating employees, customers and vendors with respect and dignity - we call them our Foundation Principles™. By understanding these principles, we can all act as a unit, working toward the same goal. Retail is far, far too situational to attempt to achieve a concerted effort through inflexible rules and policies.

  • Committed to Our Community
  • Committed to Our Communities

    Since we opened our first store in 1978, we have proudly supported our stores' local communities. From product donations to employee volunteer time, we know the importance of being a good corporate neighbor. Today, The Container Store continues to give back to the community with a focus on supporting nonprofits that promote women's and children's well-being and health.

  • Our Vendor Partnerships
  • Our Vendor Partnerships

    These partnerships are key to our commitment to providing our customers the most innovative, high quality, differentiated products in the industry coupled with the utmost in customer service. And they have been especially important as we navigate this challenging economic time.

  • Our Commitment to the Environment
  • Our Commitment to the Environment

    We believe that there is no conflict between economic prosperity and environmental stewardship and, in fact, that the two are mutually dependent upon each other. Like many other companies, we embrace sustainability as a key to our economic future and feel businesses that do this will have a better relationship with all of their stakeholders and ultimately, be able to offer the best quality products at the lowest possible prices.

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