Summary
This is a well-established business specializing in high-quality pet supplies and dog bedding products. Operated by current owners for the last 16 years and currently is run by 1.3 owners over 4 days.
Revenue
$340,000 pa
Rent
$0 pa
Net Profit
$153,000 pa
Location Details
Sunshine Coast Brisbane
The business operates as a light manufacturing setup that can be managed from home if you have a large shed to work from, making it ideal for a work-from-home entrepreneur. Currently operated in SEQld with deliveries to transport depots in Brisbane.
Potential
This business currently supplies pet stores and rural supply stores throughout Qld with a few customers in the NT and holds a strong market position with an established brand presence. Opportunities for growth include:
• Explore further partnerships with veterinary clinics and pet stores
• Possible introduction of new product lines
• Increased wholesale distribution to pet retailers
Skills
Light welding experience is required to weld dog beds. Work-from-home friendly if you have a large shed space available with driveway access for body truck for steel deliveries and foam deliveries. Sewing of shadecloth products is conducted by sub-contractor who works from his place of residence in Brisbane. Timber products are produced and ordered as required. These are collected from Brisbane.
Operational Processes: Deliveries to local customers as required and deliveries to Brisbane customers and to transport depots each Thursday.
Hours
One current owner working 3-4 days per week with second owner welding as required usually 1 + 1 day for deliveries.
Lease
Business required to be relocated upon sale. Can be operated anywhere in SEQld with subcontractors being in Brisbane.
Employees
Nil
Reason for Sale
Current owners have been running the business for the last 16 years. Business has been operating over 20 years. Current owners looking for a change to semi-retirement.
About the Business
This is a well-established business specializing in high-quality pet supplies and dog bedding products. With a loyal customer base and a strong reputation in the industry, the business has consistently generated revenue through wholesale channels. This is an excellent opportunity for an investor or entrepreneur looking to enter the thriving pet industry. The business operates as a light manufacturing setup that can be managed from home if you have a large shed to work from, making it ideal for a work-from-home entrepreneur. Driveway access is required for steel deliveries via body truck and access by foam supplier truck.
Products include:
• Dog bedding products including welded dog bed frames, dog mats and cushions. Shadecloth products sewn up off site by sub-contractor in Brisbane.
• Timber products including bird nesting/breeding boxes, guinea pig hutches and bird playgyms (manufactured by sub-contractor and ordered as required)
• Wholesale only - so no set hours
• Deliveries to transport depots in Brisbane one day per week - currently Thursday
• Local deliveries to Sunshine Coast region as required
Would suit family or couple seeking relaxed lifestyle/business with flexible working hours.
Current customers include pet stores, hardware and rural supply stores throughout Queensland including rural areas. There are a few customers in the Northern Territory which include pet shops and a veterinary practice.
Business is required to be re-located upon sale.
What’s Included in the Sale: Inventory, branding, customer database, supplier details, website and equipment - NO VEHICLE INCLUDED IN SALE PRICE. We currently operate with a Mitsubishi Fuso Canter with a 4.2m tray using a car licence. Our vehicle could be purchased with business at an agreed price separate to business sale if required.
Transition Support: Training and support for a smooth transition (negotiable) - but would suggest one week prior to takeover at existing owner's property with an extra two to three weeks after relocation at new owner's premises.
History
Current owners purchased this business 16 years ago. The business has been in operation for over 20 years in South East Queensland. Most of the customers who were with the business when it was purchased 16 years ago are still operating and order on a regular basis. We provide good quality Australian made products and quick order turnaround times for our customers.
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