The Tradavo Program FAQ's
Why did Marriott choose Tradavo?
Tradavo provides the most well-rounded program of features and services including: nationwide availability, customizable assortments, 24/7 online access to orders, invoices and order tracking, and a variety of other corporate level retail services that will greatly improve the existing Market program across the country.
I am currently going to Costco. Can I still go there?
The use of wholesale clubs, grocery stores and other offsite alternatives may seem effective due to the discounts provided by a global wholesaler, but the drawbacks are endless at both a property and corporate level. Loss of productivity, Workman's Comp issues, and an inconsistent assortment that is not available to all properties nationwide are just a few. The Tradavo Program effectively addresses these issues while providing reasonable prices and online convenience.
I like my current distributor. Can I continue to use them?
On an individual basis the current distributor may seem optimal, but we have selected Tradavo for its nationwide value and the corporate wide retail services it provides. We are not able to fully utilize those features if all properties are not fully participating. If you have a quality distributor that is able to supply the majority of categories that Markets carry, you can refer your distributor to Tradavo and ask that they be added to the network.
What if I can save money by shopping elsewhere?
Before selecting Tradavo, we carefully evaluated their prices to ensure sufficient margins to apply the Marriott recommended markups. We found their prices to be very reasonable, and properties who use Tradavo and apply the markups as recommended by Marriott have experienced as much as 300% increases in revenue. It is of far greater value that employees are onsite, consistently ordering through a Marriott approved vendor, than it is to save a few dollars per case on individual items that will be easily recovered using the correct markup.
Tradavo is also involved in ongoing negotiations on behalf of Marriott to secure improved pricing and a variety of rebate and promotional programs with national brand partners. These efforts will be further expedited when the volume ordered through Tradavo by Marriott hotels reflects total Marriott participation.
Does Tradavo offer billing, because we do not have a corporate card?
Yes. The Tradavo Billing Program is available to all Marriott properties. Sign up is quick and easy. Just choose the Billing Option when placing your first order. There will be no approval delay for Marriott hotels.
What types of products does Tradavo carry?
Tradavo has developed a specific assortment of convenience foods, beverages and sundries to accommodate the typical inventory of a Marriott Market. They offer 17 categories of popular food, beverage and sundry items approved by Marriott including ice cream and frozen foods, the Marriott exclusive ETC sundry line, and a wide assortment of snack foods and specialty beverages.
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Need help placing your first order?
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303.353.5202