Gearhead Outfitters Packaging Guidelines

A packing list must accompany every order and shipment. It should include the vendor name, address, telephone number, purchase order number, line for every item with style number, description, color, size, quantity shipped, total number of units, and total number of cartons in the order. Incorrect or incomplete packing lists may result in chargebacks.

Source: Gearhead Outfitters Routing and Vendor Guide - Aug 1, 2024

Yes, a packing list must accompany every order and shipment. It should include vendor name, address, telephone number, Gearhead's Purchase Order number, and line for every item containing style number, description, color, size, and quantity shipped along with the total number of units and cartons in the order. However, the specific placement of the packing list is not specified.

Source: Gearhead Outfitters Routing and Vendor Guide - Aug 1, 2024

Pallets can be stacked. If the pallet height is to exceed 72 inches, it must be safely built and include a slip sheet or an additional pallet at or below 72 inches.

Source: Gearhead Outfitters Routing and Vendor Guide - Aug 1, 2024

Purchase orders must not be mixed within a single carton. Each purchase order should be separated and identified clearly, especially when multiple purchase orders are on a pallet. Single shipments with multiple purchase orders must have individual purchase orders grouped together and not scattered throughout multiple pallets.

Source: Gearhead Outfitters Routing and Vendor Guide - Aug 1, 2024

Yes, purchase orders can be mixed on a single pallet. Each purchase order must be clearly separated and identified, using cardboard sheets or stacking each purchase order on top of each other. Single shipments with multiple purchase orders must have individual purchase orders grouped together, and UPCs within each purchase order should also be grouped together.

Source: Gearhead Outfitters Routing and Vendor Guide - Aug 1, 2024

Yes, SKUs can be mixed on a single pallet but with conditions. Each purchase order must be clearly separated and identified using cardboard sheets or by stacking each PO on top of each other. Do not scatter cartons of a single purchase order throughout multiple pallets. After grouping purchase orders, group UPCs within that purchase order together.

Source: Gearhead Outfitters Routing and Vendor Guide - Aug 1, 2024

The document does not specify allowed pallet types, but it mentions all materials must be securely wrapped or strapped to the pallet, and the preferred maximum pallet height is 72 inches, with additional requirements if above this height.

Source: Gearhead Outfitters Routing and Vendor Guide - Aug 1, 2024

Maximum dimensions: 36"L x 24"W x 21"H. Minimum dimensions: 12"L x 9"W x 3"H.

Source: Gearhead Outfitters Routing and Vendor Guide - Aug 1, 2024

Cartons must not exceed 50 pounds (22.7 kg.). Maximum carton dimensions are 36"L x 24"W x 21"H and minimum dimensions are 12"L x 9"W x 3"H. Maximum specifications do not apply if a single unit exceeds them.

Source: Gearhead Outfitters Routing and Vendor Guide - Aug 1, 2024

The preferred maximum pallet height sent to the distribution center is 72 inches. If the pallet is built higher, it needs to be safely built with a slip sheet or additional pallet at or below 72 inches.

Source: Gearhead Outfitters Routing and Vendor Guide - Aug 1, 2024