January 17, 2014
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Summary of Changes
EDI Chargebacks
EDI Chargebacks
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Table of Contents
1. Summary of Changes
2. Terms and Conditions of purchase order.
3. EDI.
4. Procedures for Shipping Authorization.
5. Pre-shipment Authorization Forms.
6. Shipping & Packing Instructions.
7. Shipping Documentation.
8. International Import Shipments.
9. Returns to Vendor.
10. Ticketing and Hanger Program.
11. Chargeback Policy.
12. Chargeback Rates.
13. Primary Contacts.
14. Vendor Acknowledgement.
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Overview
This Distribution and Routing Guide Manual contains comprehensive information explaining
standardized procedures for shipments to our Distribution Center.
It is our aim to assure that your merchandise flows to our stores in a smooth, efficient manner
at the right time, at the right cost. Therefore, it is imperative that you comply with these
instructions, so that we avoid, to the maximum extent possible, refusal of shipment(s), which
will cause additional paperwork, costly delays and/or chargebacks to your company.
Enclosed are forms that can be used to request shipping authorization, with names and
telephone numbers to help answer any questions you may have.
As you know, supply-chain efficiencies are more critical than ever in satisfying customer needs
and remaining competitive. Smooth operations between the Vendor community and Modell’s II,
Inc. d/b/a Modell’s Sporting Goods (“Modell’s or sometimes ‘Company”) are absolutely critical
for our mutual success. To this end Modell’s Buyers do not have the authority to approve
exceptions to any of the policies established in these guidelines. Any exceptions to policies
contained in this Guideline must be approved by the Logistics Department in writing prior to
shipping.
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A. Terms and Conditions
Any delivery of goods or any purchase order is given upon the following express terms and
conditions.
1.
All merchandise shipped to the Company must be packed and shipped in accordance
with the Consolidated Freight Classification and in the lightest possible containers authorized
therein. Merchandise of different classes must be shipped in different containers. Any deviation
causing an increase in charges will be charged to Vendor.
2.
Split shipments and back orders must be prepaid. Excess transportation charges due
to split shipments or back orders or failure to comply with freight charges on shipping or
delivery instructions will be charged back to the Vendor including cost of handling.
3.
Merchandise for two or more departments or for different purchase order numbers must
be packed/cartoned and billed separately and plainly marked for the separate departments.
However all such shipment for the same address must be combined and shipped on one bill of
lading to the address indicated.
4.
By delivery of any merchandise or by accepting the purchase order, Vendor warrants and
represents that the goods or materials ordered pursuant to a Company purchase order have been
or shall be manufactured in compliance with all federal, state and local laws, rules and
regulations, and that Vendor’s prices therefore do not exceed the permissible maximums under
applicable government price regulations. Vendor warrants and represents that all goods and
materials delivered conform to, and are not misbranded, falsely invoiced, or falsely advertised,
and comply in all respects with federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations, including but not
limited to federal and international child labor laws, the Tariff Act of 1930, the Magnuson Moss
Warranty Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, the Fur Products Labeling Act, the Federal
Textile Fiber Products Identification Act of 1958, the Consumer Products Safety Act, the Wools
Products Labeling Act, Federal Hazardous Substances Act, Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic
Act, Child Safety Protection Act, Labeling of Hazardous Arts Materials Act, California’s Safe
Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act, and any foam/upholstered furniture flammability
standards, and all amendments to any of the foregoing. Vendor further warrants and represents,
that tests of such goods and materials have been conducted under the procedures provided for in
the above laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Consumer Product Safety
Improvements Act and the Flammable Fabrics Act. Vendor further warrants and represents that
its products are not flammable as to be dangerous when worn by individuals, and that any
electrical appliance or component complies with the standards of the Underwriters Laboratories.
Vendor further warrants and represents that all goods and materials are properly labeled as
required by any federal, state or local law, rule or regulation, and Vendor shall furnish to
Company such written guarantee or certification as required by said law, rule, or regulation.
Vendor shall also supply those certificates setting forth test results as required by any statute,
rule, or law, or otherwise requested by the Company, with regards to the goods, products, or
services supplied to Company. Whenever possible or required by law, the manufacturer’s FTC
Registration Number must be shown on the label rather than the manufacturer’s name.
5.
Vendor warrants and represents that all goods and materials shipped under a Company
purchase order is of merchantable quality, free from defects in material and applicable
specifications, drawings, samples or other descriptions given, and that articles and materials of
Vendor design will also be free from defects. All warranties and service guarantees of Vendor
shall run both to the Company, to its customers and the ultimate user(s) of the product, or any
other company in the chain of title.
6.
If this purchase order comprises a carload to be shipped by railroad on the same date,
shipment must be by carload or less than carload, depending upon whichever basis of
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transportation is cheaper. Routing instructions, if stated in this purchase order, must be strictly
complied with. If transportation conditions require a “permit” before a carload lot can be
shipped, Vendor must advise the company and await instructions.
7.
Upon shipment for Company account, an itemized shipping memorandum and packing
list is to be promptly sent to 1780 Eastchester Road, Bronx, NY 10461. All invoices must be sent
to Modell’s II, Inc, 498 7 Avenue, 20 Floor, New York, NY 10018-8701. An itemized shipping
memorandum and packing list is not required for merchandise Company requests to be shipped
to 498 7th Ave., 20 floor, New York, NY 10018-6701
8.
Vendors can download copies of the Modell’s Routing Guide at
http://www.modells.com/category/vendors.do
9.
In the event of any conflict between the terms on the back of any purchase order, the
Vendor Agreement, or this Vendor and Compliance Guide (the “Guide”), the terms of the
Vendor Agreement shall control. By accepting a purchase order or by delivery of merchandise
or services or materials pursuant thereto, Vendor agrees to be bound by the terms of the purchase
order, Vendor Agreement and this Guide. No modifications or additions shall be binding on
Company unless agreed to in writing.
10.
Ensure you have a valid purchase order prior to shipping merchandise to Company. Valid
purchase orders are received via EDI transmission or system generated hard copy purchase
orders only.
11.
All goods ordered will be shipped complete NO LATER than the “CANCEL if not
SHIPPED by DATE” on the purchase order. The goods should NOT BE SHIPPED before the
“DO NOT SHIP BEFORE DATE” on the order unless otherwise authorized. The “do not ship
before” date on the order is defined as the earliest date that you, the Vendor will tender the
shipment to the designated carrier. Shipping prior to the “do not ship before date” or shipping
after the “cancel” will result in a noncompliance charge, and possible return of goods at the
vendor’s expense.
12.
All purchase orders must be shipped complete. Complete being defined as a minimum of
85% of the ordered product must be shipped. The balance of the order must then be cancelled.
Subsequent shipments against the same purchase order must be shipped prepaid at the Vendors
expense or a noncompliance charge will result. All purchase orders must be shipped as written.
Substitutions, quantity changes or ship dates must be obtained from the Company in writing in
the form of an updated valid purchase order. A verbal approval or confirmation is not accepted.
B. EDI Requirements and Logistics
Our technology strategy is committed to supporting the Universal Product Code (UPC),
Electronic data Interchange (EDI), Voluntary Inter-industry Commerce Standards (VICS) and
GS1 US formerly known as the Uniform Code Council (UCC) standards. By implementing these
standards and technologies, Modell’s can expedite the movement of merchandise through the
Supply Chain ensuring a smooth flow from trading partners to the selling floor, better
management of inventories, increased sales and enhanced customer service. Modell’s requires
full EDI participation on all required VICS documents for all Vendors. The amount of business
that our companies transact may be affected by your ability, or inability, to partner with Modell’s
on EDI.
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1. Modell’s requires these EDI Documents:
a. 850 purchase order (Bulk and Spreadsheet)
b. 856 ASN Advanced shipping notification (ASN must be accurate and linked
to UCC-128 Shipping container labels attached to every carton)
c. 997 Functional Acknowledgement
2. Modell’s supports these EDI documents:
a. 855 purchase order Acknowledgement-Only for Vendors participating in a
VMI program
b. 852 Sales/Activity Report
c. 860 PO Cancellation
d. 810 Invoice
3. Summary of Standards
a. Inovis is Modell’s Value Added Network (VAN) for all inbound and
outbound files
b. Modell’s does not pay interconnect fees for users.
c. Modell’s must be able to access your UPC’s via the UPC catalog.
d. All new Vendors will be added using the 4010 VICS version of the EDI
standard.
4. The following information is required on the 810 invoice:
a. Your Vendor number and NAME
b. Your invoice number
c. Modell purchase order number and department #
d. The exact quantity in units by style, color and size
e. The unit cost must match the unit cost on our purchase order
f. The line item total must equal the invoice total
5. The following information is required on the 856 ASN:
a. Your Vendor number and NAME
b. Modell purchase order number
c. The number of cartons in your shipment by purchase order and shipment total
d. The exact quantity in units by style, color and size
e. Bill of lading number (this number must be assigned at shipment level). If the shipment
is so large that it will not fit on one truck, then you must create a unique BOL and ASN
for each truck.
f. Carton detail information
g. Ultimate store destination when applicable.
6. If shipping via LTL(less than truckload carrier), or Parcel carrier then the
entire pickup at your shipping location is considered one shipment. All ASN’s
transmitted against this shipment should display the same BOL number.
7. The 856 ASN must match the shipment.
8. The 856 ASN must be transmitted and received prior to the arrival of the shipment. If the
product arrives prior to the 856 ASN Vendor will receive a non-compliance chargeback.
Below are some scenarios that you should pay special attention to when determining the
appropriate time to transmit the 856 ASN.
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i.
If the Vendor’s shipping facility is located within 4 hours of our Distribution
Center in Bronx, New York.
ii. If the shipment is being sent via Air.
iii. Shipments leaving your facility on Friday. Most shipments that leave your
facility on Friday arrive at our facility over the weekend. In this scenario
please make sure the 856 ASN is sent on Friday. Please do not wait until the
following Monday to transmit.
9. The 810 Invoice must be sent within 24 hours of shipment pickup from vendors warehouse.
10. The 810 Invoice should only include merchandise line items transmitted at their actual costs.
The merchandise line items should not be reduced to compensate for new store discounts,
damage or distribution charges. No charges or allowances should be included in the 810
invoice line items. Invoices transmitted with these additional charges and allowances will be
rejected, and subject to a non-compliance charge.
11. All Vendors must respond to the 850 purchase order with an accurate 997 Functional
Acknowledgement within 48 hours of receipt of the 850 purchase order.
12. You must be capable of retransmitting all EDI documents within 24 hours of request.
Vendors who are not able to comply with EDI requirements should consider outsourcing an
EDI program. We recommend using the Inovis services, which enables a non-EDI Vendor to
be capable of sending and receiving electronic documents. Inovis will send the electronic
purchase order to the Inovis Managed Services, who will translate the electronic purchase
order into a fax for the Vendor. The Vendor faxes the invoice to the Inovis Managed Services
and they translate them into the appropriate documents and send to Modell’s electronically. If
you need further assistance in this area please contact the EDI Coordinator at Modells 212
822 1000 X 403.
13. Shipments received without the associated EDI transaction sets for Advance Shipment
Notifications (856ASN) and Electronic Invoices (810 Invoice) will be considered noncompliant and will be subject to noncompliance charges.
14. Outside resources Phone # Website address
GS1 US
1sync.org
www.gs1us.org
866 280 4013
[email protected]
(formerly Uniform Code Council)
VICS
Inovis
609 620 4590
877 446 6847
www.vics.org
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C.
Procedures for Shipment Authorization
All Vendors must provide Modell’s Traffic Department with the information detailed in the body
of this document. This information must be provided regardless of the size of the shipment
involved. (i.e.: One carton via FedEx, Multiple truckload, Pre-Paid, Collect, Domestic, or
P.O.E.). Shipments arriving at Modell’s Distribution Center without advance authorization may
be returned at the Vendor’s expense. Information provided by the Vendor will be verified
against the actual receiving reports. Variations from the original shipment information will
result in either, a chargeback to the Vendor that reflects the cost to Modell’s Sporting Goods in
processing the merchandise, or return of said merchandise.
1. Shipment Authorization Numbers:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
Transmittal of shipment information must be sent to our Traffic Dept. via
Email to [email protected] or via FAX (718-319-7735).
The Vendor must email a copy of the actual packing list(s), providing all
required information. (See “Pre-shipment Authorization Form”). NonEDI vendors must provide a packing list with the shipment.
Each time an email or fax is received from the Vendor, Modell’s Traffic
Department will issue a SHIPMENT AUTHORIZATION NUMBER. THIS
NUMBER MUST BE GIVEN TO THE CARRIER THAT MAKES THE
DELIVERY TO OUR DISTRIBUTION CENTER.
The MODELL’S SHIPMENT AUTHORIZATION NUMBER must be
included in the “DESCRIPTION” section of the Bill Of Lading. The
purchase order number is not to be used as an Authorization Number but
must be noted on the Bill of Lading.
To ship back orders, the Vendor must request a new authorization number.
Immediately upon completion of truck loading of the Carrier’s vehicle, the
Vendor must email Modell’s Traffic Department, a detailed packing list
per container. INCLUDE PRO NUMBER, CARRIER &
COMPLETE BILL OF LADING
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FORM # 1
Pre-shipment Authorization Form
MODELL’S SPORTING GOODS
FAX REQUEST FOR SHIPMENT AUTHORIZATION NUMBER
EMAIL [email protected]
FAX # (718) 319-7735
VENDOR INFORMATION
COMPANY
CONTACT NAME
PHONE #
FAX #
EMAIL ADDRESS
SHIPPING POINT
EXPECTED SHIP
DATE
PREPAID/COLLECT
CARRIER
GENERAL SHIPMENT INFORMATION:
TOTAL
CARTONS
TOTAL
WEIGHT
CUBIC FEET
PALLET? Y/N
# OF PALLETS
DETAILED PURCHASE ORDER INFORMATION:
MODELL’S
P.O. #
STYLE
#
MODELL’S
SKU# / UPC
TOTAL
MASTER
CTNS. THIS
SKU.
# OF INNER
CTNS WITHIN
EACH MASTER.
# OF
UNITS
PER
CARTON
TOTAL
UNITS
THIS SKU.
MODELL’S TRAFFIC DEPT. USE ONLY:
AUTHORIZATION #
ASSIGNED CARRIER
AMOUNT
CARRIER / RATE
DATE ADVISED VENDOR
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FORM # 2
MODELL’S SPORTING GOODS
MARKED FOR STORE SHIPMENTS
Vendor
Cartons
PO #
Dept#
Ctl#
STORE#
STORE#
STORE#
STORE#
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REGARDLESS OF THE SIZE OF EACH SHIPMENT THE VENDOR MUST PROVIDE
TO MODELL’S SPORTING GOODS THE INFORMATION AS FOLLOWS:
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2. Required Pre-shipment Information:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
Vendor Name
Shipping Location
Vendor Contact Name
Vendor Contact Phone Number
Vendor Contact Email address
VENDOR CONTACT FAX#
Total Number of Cartons
Total Weight
Total Cubic Feet
# of pallets
Modell’s purchase order Information Including: A.) SKU Numbers. B.) UPC
Numbers. C.) Number of Cartons for Each SKU. D.) Pack Quantity for Each SKU
E.) Vendor Style.
l. In The Case of Master Cartons, the number of Inner Pack Cartons and
Quantities within must be detailed on the outside of each Master Carton
m. Expected Date of Shipment
NOTE: CARRIER TO BE ASSIGNED BY MODELL’S TRAFFIC
DEPARTMENT ONLY (Unless prepaid by Vendor).

FOR ALL CARTONS THAT ARE MARKED FOR STORES, VENDOR MUST
PROVIDE A CARTON BREAKDOWN BY STORE BY COMPLETING FORM # 2
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3.
All information is to be provided from actual packing list information. Detailed shipping
information must match exactly. Shipments received by Modell’s Distribution Center that do not
match pre-shipment information or failure to receive information prior to receipt of goods will
incur a chargeback that reflects the cost of lost time and expenses to Modell’s Sporting Goods. It
is not the intention or desire of Modell’s to impose arbitrary penalties on our vendors. These
chargeback policies are meant to help insure a better flow of merchandise through our
Distribution Center.
4. Shipment and Authorization:
Requests for shipment authorization must be made via email to [email protected] (see
Pre-shipment Authorization Form # 1, Page 9) or Fax # (718) 319-7735. Requests made prior
to 1 P.M. Eastern Time will be responded to before the end of the following business day. If
you have not received an appointment within 48 hours please call or email our Traffic
Manager, Radha Sooklall at (718) 319-7738, [email protected] or our Director of
Transportation, Rich Chrzanowski at (718) 319-7710, [email protected].
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*** SHIPMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AT MODELL’S
DISTRIBUTION CENTER WITHOUT A VALID
AUTHORIZATION NUMBER. ***
Modell’s believes that working with our Vendors to meet our Transportation requirements
will be mutually beneficial to the enterprise. Our goal is to move your merchandise into
our stores in the most timely and efficient manner possible.
5. Delivery Appointments:
a. Carrier must call Modell’s Traffic Department for delivery appointments to our
Dstribution Center upon pick up from the Vendor. Requests for Delivery appointments
will be accepted Monday -Friday from 7:30 A.M. -3:30 P.M. Phone # (718) 319-7731,
7732, 7736 or 7738.
b. Modell’s Sporting Goods has negotiated a volume rate with our LTL (Less Than Trailer
load) carrier, which allows us to pass substantial savings on to our customers. Contact
Modell’s Traffic Department for LTL carrier selection.
c. All shipments must be made in concert with the purchase order shipping terms. Do
not prepay freight and add the charges to the Merchandise Invoice.
d. Shipments under eight cartons or 200 lbs. can be shipped via FedEx Standard Ground
Service. These shipments must be authorized by the Modell’s Traffic Department prior
to shipping.
e. All LTL shipments are to be given to the carrier presorted by SKU, UPC number, style,
size, color, and purchase order. (Refer to Palletizing Instructions page 17).
f. All collect shipments must be assigned a carrier by Modell’s Traffic Department.
Carriers not approved by Modell’s Traffic Department will result in the Vendor being
charged back for 100% of the freight charges + 5% handling costs.
g. All LTL shipments shipped in a 72 hour period from a single carrier location to a single
Modell’s Facility must be combined on one Master Bill of Lading, purchase order
Number, Carton Count by P.O. #, and Carton Count by Shipment must be included on the
Master Bill of Lading.
h. All shipments originating from within the New York City Commercial Zone will be
prepaid by the Vendor to the Distribution Center. Vendors who wish to use Modell’s
trucks for a backhaul will be charged a nominal fee. The maximum cost for a pickup
within a 25 mile radius of the Bronx Distribution Center will be $425.00 depending on
shipment size and shipping point.
i. Additionally, all shipments originating within the Los Angeles Commercial Zone will be
prepaid by the Vendor to our consolidator. We have negotiated special rates with our
carriers, which will be extended to all Vendors on these pick-ups.
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6. Shipping Instructions
1. Freight Terms:
a. No C.O.D. shipments will be authorized. C.O.D. shipments will be refused
and returned at the expense of the vendor. Freight charges added to
merchandise invoices would be deducted if freight terms indicate “collect”.
b. No Fed Ex or UPS next day or second day shipments allowed without
authorization from our Modell’s Traffic department in conjunction with a
Modell’s VP GMM. An exception is allowed for hot market purchase orders.
Please contact Modell’s traffic dept for clarification of Hot Market Purchase
Orders.
c. “Pre Pay plus Add” shipments are not permitted including UPS or Fed Ex
shipments.
d. Freight charges that are paid by the Vendor must be shipped: “Freight Pre-Paid”.
2. Packing Instructions:
a. Merchandise that is packed in cartons must be shipped in no less than 200 lb.
test corrugated cartons.
b. In addition, cartons packed within a master carton must be shipped in no less
than 200 lb. test corrugated cartons.
Cartons should meet the following dimensions:
Carton sizes
Length Width Height Weight
Maximum 40” x 16” x 24”
50lbs.
36” x 20” x 24”
50lbs.
32” x 26” x 24” 50lbs.
Minimum 15” x 6” x 4”
5lbs.
c. Cartons must be securely sealed.
d. Merchandise must be packed in accordance with purchase order
instructions to include the following:
i)
Pre Pack merchandise must show quantities of colors and sizes
packaged as per instructions on purchase orders.
***ALL PREPACK CARTONS MUST BE PACKED UNIFORMLY.
NO SUBSTITUTION OF SIZE, COLOR OR STYLE.***
ii) Non Pre Pack (non assorted) one size, one color is to be packed
per carton. ONE SKU PER CARTON.
iii) Inner Pack merchandise - quantities of inner packs within master
cartons must be consistent throughout all master cartons.
e. Cartons are not to be banded or taped together unless for the purpose of
securing cartons to a pallet.
f. Pre-ticketed merchandise must have a sample Modell’s price ticket or Vendor
UPC ticket affixed to the outside of each carton.
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3. Marking Cartons:
All cartons, (including inner pack cartons) must be marked in bold easily readable lettering with
the following information as well as the number of cartons for each purchase order on the
LENGTH SIDE of the carton with the following information:
a. Distribution Center Address:
MODELL’S SPORTING GOODS
1780 EASTCHESTER RD. (Bassett Ave.)
BRONX, N.Y. 10461
b. Modell’s purchase order number
c. Modell’s department number
d. Modell’s SKU (all 8 or 9 digits) number or product UPC number (12 digits)
e. Vendor style number
f. UCC-128 Bar Code
g. Vendor name
h. Size, color, quantity breakdown contained in each carton by SKU
i. Direct to stores shipments (U-RECEIVES) that are sent through Modell’s
Distribution Center, must be CLEARLY marked with the receiving store number,
number of cartons, and store address on each carton.
j. Shipment of sample merchandise must be marked “Samples” and
Attn.: (Buyer’s Name)
k. Merchandise in multiple cartons set must be labeled and color coded by set,
(i.e., 1 of 3, 2 of 3).
NOTE: ALL MARKINGS OF INFORMATION MUST BE ON THE LENGTH SIDE OF THE
CARTON IN SUCH A MANNER THAT ALL LABELS FACE OUT FROM THE PALLET.
ABSOLUTELY NO MARKINGS ARE TO BE PLACED ON THE TOP OR BOTTOM OF THE
CARTON.
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( EXTERNAL CODE SOURCE
98)
UCC/EAN-128 SERIAL
SHIPPING CONTAINER CODE
(00) 2 DIGITS UCC/EAN 128
Serial shipping container code
0 1 DIGIT shipping container
type. Identifies the type of
serialized shipping container
packaging
STANDARD UPC - A
00 2 DIGITS UPC number
system character or EAN
Country
28028 5 DIGITS UPC/EAN
manufacturers ID number
000000100 9 DIGITS unique
shipping container serial number
identifier. identifies each
shipping container.
7 1 DIGIT modulus 10
check character
THIS LINE IS TO BE
IDENTICAL TO THE MAN
SEGMENT SENT IN THE 856
ASN DOCUMENT.
SSCC BARCODE MUST HAVE 20
DIGITS INCLUDING 2 LEADING
ZEROS. SHOULD HAVE symbol of
Subset C function 1(ucc/ean-128)
PLEASE FAX A COPY OF YOUR 128 LABEL SAMPLE TO 917 351-3454
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Modell’s UCC-128 Label Requirements
UCC/EAN 128 format
Zone A: Ship from Address - Must include Company Name and complete address.
Zone B: Ship to Address - Must include “Modells Sporting Goods” the service center
#(002) and address.
Zone C: Postal Barcode - Must have qualifier 420 in parenthesis and the 5-digit zip code
of ship to address.
Zone D: Carrier/BOL/Pro number - Carrier name must be present; Bill of lading
number OR PRO number must be present (one or the other).
Zone E: Box number/PO number - Box number of the ENTIRE shipment must be
present PO number must be present.
Zone F: UPC Barcode - UPC-A barcode is optional. If standard case (1 carton same
style/size/color) place UPC on label.
Zone G: Description/quantity - Style, size color and quantity must be present.
If
shipping multiple items in one shipping container indicate MIXED in either style/size/color.
Zone H: Store information - Modells three-digit store number and complete address
must be present.
Zone I: SSCC Barcode - Serial Shipping Container Code must have 20-digit code,
including two leading zeros with the Qualifier in Parenthesis.
ALL QUIET ZONES MUST BE AT LEAST ¼” WIDE. THE OUTERMOST BAR OF THE
BARCODE SHOULD BE A MINIMUM OF 1.23” FROM THE VERTICAL EDGE.
Label size - The perimeter of the label should be 4 inches (105 mm) wide by 6 inches (148
mm) tall.
Label Zones - The label should be formatted into several information zones. Zones include
both human readable information and UCC/EAN-128 information.
*** UCC128 label must match with ASN (man segments) at all times. ***
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4. Palletizing:
a. Domestic Shipments of heavy apparatus including but not limited to: Treadmills, Bikes,
Ellipticals, Benches, Cast Iron, Table games, and Backboards must be palletized at all
times. A Standard 40” x 48” pallet should be used. Merchandise should not extend over
the pallet. A larger pallet may be used to accommodate oversize product. Pallets must be
capable of handling the weight of the product.
b. Floor loaded shipments of heavy apparatus will be refused and returned for
redelivery AT THE VENDOR’S EXPENSE
c. LTL shipment must be shipped palletized at all times.
d. All merchandise must be securely stretch wrapped or banded to pallets.
e. Build pallets in consistent block/tiers by Style/SKU to speed counting of cartons. All
carton labels must face the outside of the pallet.
f. Bills of lading must be clearly marked with total number of cartons and number of
pallets.
g. DO NOT MIX STYLE/ SIZE /COLOR /SKU’S OR PURCHASE ORDERS ON
A PALLET. IF MODELL’S AUTHORIZES MIXED SKIDS, VENDOR MUST
IDENTIFY EACH PALLET WITH A LABEL “MIXED SKID”, AND SEPARATE
EACH SKU OR P.O. BY A SHEET OF CARDBOARD TODISTINGUISH ONE
ITEM FROM ANOTHER.
h.
WAREHOUSE ORDERS MUST BE CLEARLY SEPARATED
FROM CARTONS THAT ARE “MARKED FOR STORES”.
i. Label each pallet with our P.O. number and the number of cartons.
Note: THE ABOVE INFORMATION WILL BE USED BY MODELL’S TO
RECEIVE YOUR MERCHANDISE. INFORMATION USED WILL BE
FROM YOUR PACKING LIST. DETAILED RECEIVING BY MODELL’S
MUST MATCH EXACTLY TO YOUR PACKING LIST.
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5. Cross Dock:
Modell’s is currently implementing the newest technologies to improve the distribution process.
We believe the speed in moving merchandise through our distribution center and reducing cycle
time will improve our competitive advantage in the market place. Cross docking your
merchandise will help to reduce cycle time.
The Cross Docking of your merchandise requires that we receive sales floor ready merchandise
ticketed with UPC and correct retail.
*** We must receive an A.S.N. ship notice in advance of the actual
receipt of your merchandise, including the UCC-128 Shipping
Container data. ***
NOTE: FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE ABOVE REQUESTED INFORMATION
WLL RESULT IN A CHARGEBACKS TO THE VENDOR (Page 29).
6. Shipping Documentation
A. Bills of Lading (BOL):
In the body of the Bill of Lading show:
1. Description of Merchandise and NMFC classification.
2. Total number of cartons, weight, cube and number of pallets when applicable.
3. Purchase Order numbers (purchase order numbers are nine digits in
length) and PRO numbers. Merchandise must be listed by style number under the
proper purchase order Number.
4. Merchandise Department Numbers
5. Authorization Number(s).
6. Number of cartons for each PO # (See example below)
PO #
541234567
544567890
Total
Cartons
1500
200
1700
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TWO COPIES OF THE BILL OF LADING
MUST BE GIVEN TO THE CARRIER.
NOTE: No shipment will be accepted without a Purchase Order number. Any multiple P.O.
shipments containing an unauthorized P.O. WILL RESULT IN THE ENTIRE SHIPMENT
BEING RETURNED AT THE VENDOR’S EXPENSE.
Carrier’s terminal of origin must be made aware by the vendor that the shipment will not be
accepted by Modell’s Sporting Goods unless the shipment number can be provided when the
carrier calls to make a delivery appointment.
SHIPMENTS WITHOUT THE ABOVE REQUESTED
INFORMATION INCLUDED ON THE BILL OF
LADING WILL BE REFUSED AT THE EXPENSE OF
THE VENDOR.
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B. Packing Lists:
Vendors not approved by Modell’s on EDI with ASN must prepare packing lists as
follows:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Prepare one packing slip for each purchase order / Store.
Include the following information on each packing list:
The nine digit Modell’s purchase order number
Modell’s P.O. number and Store name and number.
Number of cartons per P.O. by sku.
Carton identification or lot number (i.e.: 3 of 5 etc.).
Style, size, color, and quantity by P.O./ store.
Total units by P.O./ store.
Insert the packing slips into a removable pouch and place it on the outside of,
the lead carton for each purchase order. Indicate, in bold letters “LEAD
CARTON” on all sides of the box.
10. If the order is sent in full trailer loads, the packing lists must be placed on the last
lead carton loaded on the truck for easy access at our Distribution Center.
C. Vendor direct deliveries to Modell’s Distribution Center (Ship To
Mark For)
1. Vendor Direct Deliveries are to be handled in the same manner as shipments
that are delivered to the Distribution Center via Trucking Companies.
2. The Vendor may deliver if they are pre-paying the freight expense.
3. The Vendor must obtain a pre-shipment Authorization number.
4. Prior to delivery the Vendor must obtain an appointment from
Modell’s Traffic Department. (718) 319-7731, 7732, 7736 or 7738.
D. Vendor direct deliveries to stores
•
These shipments do not require authorization. Any collect shipments must be routed
through the Modell’s traffic department.
E. Air Freight Shipments:
1. Air Freight Shipments must be 100% prepaid by the Shipper unless a written
approval has been issued by Modell’s traffic department in conjunction with a
Modell’s VP GMM. Failure to comply with this policy will result in the entire cost of
Air Freight being charged to the shipper. Additionally, if Air Freight is authorized to
be shipped collect, the difference in Air Freight versus Ground Freight will be
charged to the Shipper.
2. Air Freight Shipments require an Authorization Number and Delivery appointment prior
to delivery.
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F. International Import Shipments
1. A detailed Packing list as laid out below must be submitted for each container. The
Company’s name, address, phone number, fax number and the Export Registration
number must be included on the packing list. It should also indicate the following
information in no specific order of layout:
1) For the account of: Modell’s II, Inc. 498 Seventh Avenue 20th Floor
New York, N.Y. 10018-6701
2) The Notify Party (as indicated in the Letter of Credit)
3) The Port of Loading
4) The Carrier
5) Final Destination New York, New York
6) Insurance covered by
7) Invoiced for (the number of cartons of type of product)
8) The Commercial invoice must have a full description of goods shipped, in
order for it to be classified properly to pay the correct customs duties. The invoice
must have included both, the Modell’s style number and the Vendors style number
9) Sailing date (on or about)
10) Net weight
11) Gross weight
12) Shipping marks
13) The inspection certificate and the packing list must be stamped
(Company stamp) and signed by an Authorized officer or representative of
the company.
14) All documents required by the Letter of Credit must be received by
personnel listed in the Letter of Credit ten days prior to the arrival of the
shipment.
PackingList
Vendor Name____________
Container#______________
Seal#__________________
# of units per
PO#
15)
Style#
Color
Size
carton
# of
cartons
Each Container must have a packing list.
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G. Return To Vendor
Unauthorized Merchandise:
Unauthorized substitutions, invalid orders, canceled orders, early shipments, past cancellation
date shipments, over shipments, and duplicate shipments will be returned to the Vendor.
Modell’s Sporting Goods will return shipments at the Vendors expense.
In the event that unauthorized merchandise is accepted by Modell’s Sporting Goods, an
administrative charge of $100.00 will be assessed to the Vendor in addition to 5% of the cost
value of the merchandise, plus transportation.
H. Ticketing and Hanger Program
Ticketing Program
1. Modell’s requires all merchandise to be “Pre-ticketed” upon receipt.
The following accurate information is required on tickets:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
Department number/SKU (as shown on our purchase order)
Vendor style number (as shown on our purchase order)
Vendor #, Dept, sub-Dept and class
Retail amount (as shown on our purchase order)
Size (as shown on our purchase order) if applicable
Color (as shown on our purchase order) if applicable
UPC barcode printed on ticket must be scannable with human readable data that
complies with the industry standard.
h. Season code (2 characters)
Vendor Generated Ticket Samples: (not to scale)
Baby Gum 1” x 1”
Hang Tag 1.5” x 2 7/8”
Gum 1.5” x 2.25”
Note: each Vendor generated ticket MUST contain a “V” as depicted on the above samples.
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2. In the event you are unable to comply with the above requirements you can
contact the Buyer at Modell’s, and we will arrange to supply the tickets.
A $75.00 fee will be assessed to cover the cost of tickets and shipping.
Ticket placement guidelines:
3. Modell’s appreciates your effort to provide Floor Ready Merchandise
for distribution to our stores. As you apply tickets to merchandise
destined for Modell’s, please follow the following placement guidelines:
Category
Coats/Outerwear
Hanging Tops/Shirts/Vests
Sleeveless Tops and Tank Tops
Packaged/Folded Tops
Sweaters/Sweatshirts
Folded Knit Turtlenecks/Polos/Tees
Bottoms, Pants/Shorts
2 pc warm up suits
Swimwear
Hats/Headwear
Shoes
Gloves
Scarves
Belts
Backpacks/gym bags
Sporting Goods, boxed goods
Ticket location
Bottom of left sleeve at the seam
Bottom of left sleeve at the seam
Through manufacturer’s label at neck
Through manufacturer’s label at neck
Through manufacturer’s label at neck
Through manufacturer’s label at neck
On the waistband at the left side seam
At the bottom of the left sleeve
Through underarm seam at the left side
At the back of the head
Front right top of shoebox
Inside cuff, in seam
Through manufacturer’s label
Swift attached to the first belt hole
Apply ticket to Vendor hang tag
Apply ticket to upper right hand corner of box.
Do not cover any Brand, product or size
information.
*** Clear Size Strips are required on all flat packed apparel ***
Packaged/Folded Tops
Right hand side of garment
Pants/Bottoms
Upper section of the leg facing out

Gum labels should not be placed directly on merchandise. They can be affixed to
product packaging or hangtag.

Tickets should not cover the UPC barcode, or any other required information.
Random ticket errors found within a style on a shipment will result in a vendor
compliance charge of $1.00 for every piece within that style.

This charge covers the expense to audit every unit within that style and fix the
tickets that contain errors.
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Hanger Program
4. The following merchandise must be shipped on hangers with size rings:
a. Any product that the Vendor would normally place on hangers.
b. Any product that the Buyer requests to be put on hangers on a purchase order.
c. All Hangers* must meet the following specifications:
i. VICS Approved
ii. Clear resin
iii. Swivel metal hook
iv. The size of the hanger should be appropriate for the garment
(Page 27) for our suggested sizes outlined by department.
* Uniplast is the exclusive Hanger and Size Ring supplier for Modell’s. For
Uniplast worldwide locations or to place an order please visit their website at
www.uniplastindustries.com or call (201) 288 4540.
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Floor Ready Hanger Program
Effective January 1, 2012
*** All black hangers must be Matte finish.
Family of Business
Style#
Description
Color***
Children's (Infant/Toddler)
Tops
498
12" Top
Black
Children's( Girls 4-16) (Boys 4-20)
485
15" Top
Black
484
17" Top
Black
479
19" Top
Black
6008
8" Bottom
Black
All children's
Pants, Shorts, 2 piece swimwear
6010
10" Bottom
Black
Men's, Women's, Yg Men's, Juniors
6012
12" Bottom
Black
6014
14" Bottom
Black
All Children's
Outerwear
3316
15" Coat
Black
Women's, Men's, Yg Men's, Juniors
Outerwear
3329
17" Coat
Black
All Large Size Men's
Outerwear
3320
19" Coat
Black
GS19
10" Intimate
Clear
Hanger Style
Tops, 1 piece Swimwear
All Men's, Yg Men's, Juniors, Women's
Tops,1 piece Swimwear
All Large Size Men's and Women's
Tops
All children's (If 6010 is too large)
Pants, Shorts, 2 piece swimwear
Pants, Shorts, 2 piece swimwear
All Large Size Men's
Pants, Shorts
Women's
Sport bras, panties
Size Ring
White w/black
letters
* Use a combination of top and bottom hangers for all 2-piece men's, women's and children’s coordinates/sets.
* Size Rings must be used on all hung merchandise except for hanger style # GS-19.
* Non-compliance may result in applicable offset charges.
* For any questions call Deborah Thomas @ Modell's 718-319-7780 or e-mail [email protected]
* Uniplast is the exclusive Hanger and Size Ring supplier for Modell's.
* For Uniplast worldwide locations or to place an order please visit www.uniplastindustries.com or call
(201) 288-4540.
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I. Modell’s Chargeback Policy
1. The following Vendor Non-Compliance issues will result in a charge
back to the Vendor or Carrier based on expenses incurred by
Modell’s Sporting Goods.
a. Receipt of merchandise improperly packaged by the Vendor or
not shipped as ordered;
b. Processing of merchandise shipped not meeting Modell’s shipping policies;
c. Sorting of merchandise that has been poorly loaded and shipped
either by the Vendor or Carrier. (i.e.: mixed styles, colors, or sizes etc.);
d. Failure by the Vendor to ship merchandise through the carrier
assigned by the Modell’s Traffic Department;
e. Failure by the Vendor or Carrier to provide the proper packing
lists or Bill of Ladings;
f. Failure by the Vendor to side mark cartons;
g. Unauthorized style, color, or size substitutions;
h. Failure by the Vendor to use a UPC label; or
i. Failure by the vendor to use a 128 bar code on all cartons.
Note: The above is not an all inclusive list of non-compliance issues that can result in
chargebacks. There may be additional situations that will result in Vendor chargebacks. Any
questions about chargebacks assessed to the Vendor can be answered by calling Jackie Collins
(Vendor Compliance Manager) at 718-319-7812.
J. Modell’s Chargeback Rates
Modell’s Sporting Goods’ chargeback policies are intended to improve the flow of
merchandise through our Distribution Center and to defer the cost of unnecessary cost
due to non-compliance on the part of the Vendor. Below is a list of noncompliance
issues and chargeback fees. Please note that other charges may be added to this table
from time to time, as Modell’s Sporting Goods deems necessary. These charges will be
assessed effective within 30 days of the release of this document.
1. EDI Chargebacks:
a. No ASN at time of receipt at Distribution Center
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
Inaccurate ASN/Carton contents do not match ASN
Carton Label not scannable/Defective
No UCC 128 label on carton
Carton Label does not match ASN
ASN does not include Carton detail
ASN sent in bulk and ordered as prepack
Relabeling of cartons to match ASN
Incorrect Electronic Invoices
j. No electronic Invoice
k. Manual correction of electronic invoice
$750.00 (or 10% of received
mdse if lower than $750.00)
$500.00
$500.00
$500.00
$500.00
$500.00
$500.00
$50.00 per label
$150 per PO or $10 per invoice
(no greater than $500)
$500.00 per PO
$100 per PO
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l.
m.
n.
o.
p.
q.
r.
Paper invoices requested (810 uncorrectable)
EDI ASN data errors/manual correction of ASN
Duplicate carton # used within ASN/within 18 months
Incorrect Prepack = ASN vs. PO transmission
Late ASN
Shipping a B1 PO # with NO store distributions
Shipping a B1 PO # with store distributions
$100 per PO
$500.00 per ASN
$500.00
$50.00 per ctn/max $700.00
$375.00 PER ASN
$1,000.00
$500.00
2. Distribution Chargebacks
a.
b.
c.
d.
Packing slip errors $100.00 per incident/plus receiving cost
Missing packing slip $100.00 per incident/plus receiving cost
Packing slip not on lead carton $100.00 per incident
Inaccurate or insufficient itemized data on bill of Lading $100.00 per
incident/plus $1.00 per unit
e. Carton Identification errors $25.00 per carton
f. Failure to comply with purchase order specifications $1.00 per unit or minimum of
$500.00 per incident.
1. merchandise not hung
2. merchandise not ticketed
3. merchandise not packed as ordered
4. inconsistent pre-packs
5. mis-ticketed (wrong retail)
6. substitutions
7. UPC issues
i. poor quality
ii. no UPC on ticket
iii. wrong Symbology
8. no mixed styles, sizes or colors in the same carton
Modell’s reserves the right to double or triple the
minimum chargeback amount for repeated violations.
g.
Unauthorized or damaged merchandise $100.00 per incident/plus $1.00 per unit
3. Transportation Chargebacks:
a. Use of unauthorized Carrier $100.00 plus full freight charges
b. Failure to notify Modell’s traffic department of changes in shipment, including
weight, cartons, cube, pallets or PO information on trailer load shipment $100.00 plus
full freight charges
c. Shipment via airfreight without authorization $100.00 plus full freight charges
d. Direct shipment to stores without authorization $100.00 plus full freight charges
e. Failure to consolidate shipments within 72 hours $100.00 plus full freight charges
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4. Return to Vendor Handling Charges: There will be an
administrative charge of $100.00 plus the following charges:
a. Unauthorized merchandise - 5% of cost plus transportation.
b. Defective/damaged/unsaleable merchandise - 5% of cost plus transportation.
5. Accounts Payable Chargebacks (IF APPLICABLE):
a. Printed invoice format not followed $50.00 per invoice
b. Request for research on item over 6 months old $100.00 per aged item
Every purchase order and Routing Guide deviation or violation
per shipment will result in a minimum chargeback of $500.00
Repeat offenders of the same violations will be subject to
additional charges. Violation may result in refusal or return of
merchandise at Vendor’s expense.
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Modell’s Sporting Goods
Primary Contacts
The following is a list of Modell’s Sporting Goods Primary Contacts, including names and
departments. These individuals will have the answers to any questions regarding their
respective areas of expertise. Please feel free to call with any questions you may have.
Department
Director of
Distribution
Contact
Joseph Long
Phone
718-319-7777
Fax
718-319-7775
Vendor Compliance
Manager
Jackie Collins
718-319-7812
917-351-3445 [email protected]
Rich Chrzanowski
718-319-7710
718-319-7735
[email protected]
Steve Ondrejack
718-319-7800
718-319-7805
[email protected]
VP of Information
Technology
Hans Kantor
212-822-1000
EXT.400
212-822-1082
[email protected]
EDI Coordinator
Yvonne Perez
917-351-3454
[email protected]
Accounts Payable
Manager
Stephen Budhu
212-822 1000
EXT 403
212-822-1000
EXT. 220
917-351-3424
[email protected]
Director of
Transportation
V.P. of Logistics
Email Address
[email protected]
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RECEIPT OF MODELL’S VENDOR
COMPLIANCE AND ROUTING GUIDE
Be sure to forward these routing and vendor compliance instructions to your
Associate in charge of Distribution.
UPON RECEIPT OF THIS MANUAL PLEASE DETACH THIS PAGE AND
RETURN TO:
MODELL’S SPORTING GOODS
1780 Eastchester Road (off Bassett Ave.)
BRONX, N.Y. 10461
ATTN: Jackie Collins
The Vendor Agreement and this Guide contains a complete statement of all arrangements
between the parties with respect to purchase orders issued by Modell’s to Vendor, and
supersedes all previous agreements. We the undersigned have received and reviewed the
Modell’s Sporting Goods Routing and Vendor Compliance Guide. We understand that all terms
and conditions described within take effect immediately upon our receipt of this document:
____________________________________________ ___________________
VENDOR
DATE
AUTHORIZED OFFICER ___________________________________________
PRINT NAME
_____________________________________________
SIGNATURE
TRAFFIC. MGR _________________________________________________
PRINT NAME
________________________________________________
SIGNATURE
PHONE#_______________ FAX#_______________ EMAIL ADDRESS_________________
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