Encompass Now Whirlpool Authorized Parts Distributor for Rent-to-Own, Warranty Channels and Select Partners
July 11 2017 - 09:32AM
Encompass Supply Chain Solutions, Inc., a leading provider of
Distribution, 3PL and 4PL solutions for a diverse range of finished
goods and replacement parts, today announced it has received
authorization from Whirlpool to supply factory certified parts to
select business partners.
Under an agreement with Whirlpool, Encompass is
authorized to distribute parts to specific market segments that are
most impacted by the gray market and brand displacement.
“Encompass is committed to supporting our OEM
partners by actively working to protect their brand position in the
market,” said Encompass President and CEO Robert Coolidge. “We are
also focused on delivering an array of resources – including
advanced technology, freight savings programs, training facilities
and more – to further enhance the value of our manufacturer
relationships.”
With Whirlpool, Encompass adds to its growing
Appliance vertical, which currently comprises a number of other top
OEM brands. Encompass is one of the most diversified parts
distributors in the country, supporting numerous product categories
beyond Major/Small Appliance, such as Consumer Electronics, HVAC,
Computer, Printer, Personal Care, Lawn & Garden and many
others. In addition to repair parts, the company offers a variety
of aftersales services from product returns management to repair
and refurbishment.
“As a multi-brand, multi-vertical parts
distributor, Encompass is excited to expand our appliance line and
offer certain key customers access to parts from the world’s number
one appliance maker,” said Coolidge.
Whirlpool maintains a robust genuine parts
supply network to ensure reliable, consistent aftersales support of
its products.
“Partnering with Encompass is intended to help
strengthen our parts supply chain and reinforce loyalty to the
world-leading Whirlpool brand,” said Whirlpool Director Michael
Calabro.
About Whirlpool BrandFor more
than one hundred years, Whirlpool (NYSE:WHR) brand has been
inspired by how people care for their families. Whirlpool brand is
designing home appliances that are focused on improving how
families give and get the care they need with the latest
technologies and innovations – whether that means most flexible
refrigerator storage for all types of family needs, induction
technology for efficient cooking and easier cleaning, or laundry
pairs that sense and adapt to clothes with the latest in connected
technologies. Whirlpool brand is part of Whirlpool Corporation, the
world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances.
Whirlpool Corporation is also one of Habitat for Humanity's largest
corporate partners for over 15 dedicated years, donating a
refrigerator and range to every new Habitat for Humanity home built
in North America. For more information on Whirlpool, please visit
whirlpool.com/everydaycare or find us on Facebook at
facebook.com/whirlpoolusa or Twitter at @WhirlpoolUSA. Additional
information about the company can be found at
whirlpoolcorp.com.
About Encompass Supply Chain Solutions,
Inc. Encompass is a market leader in forward and reverse
supply chain management and high-tech repair services for a diverse
and expanding range of consumer electronics, computer, major
appliances and imaging products. Encompass provides
end-to-end solutions for OEMs, retailers, independent dealers and
third-party administrators.
Encompass manages all stages of the product
lifecycle, including finished goods and replacement parts
logistics, board repair and product refurbishment services, returns
management, asset value recovery and eco-friendly disposal. For
more information, please visit solutions.encompass.com and
encompassparts.com and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and
Twitter.
Kristin Hurst
Director of Marketing
Ph: 954.474.0325
khurst@encompass.com
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