Stock & Product Solutions for Retailers
First Mile's solution for retailers with end-of-line, clearance, overstock and customer returns.
Managing unsold or returned products can be a real challenge. You want to protect your brand, stay compliant and reduce waste while keeping operations efficient and sustainable.
At First Mile, we help retailers across the UK turn surplus stock into a positive force for good. By working with trusted partners, your items are reused, resold or recycled responsibly, keeping valuable materials in circulation and out of landfill.
It’s a simple, measurable way to boost your sustainability credentials, recover value and show customers you care about doing the right thing
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How it works
Our end-to-end service makes sustainable stock management simple, transparent and fully traceable from collection to reporting. Every step is designed to help you save time, cut costs and protect the planet.
Here’s how it works:
1) Collection
- We collect your surplus stock directly from stores, warehouses or distribution centres.
- Our zero-emission vans keep collections fast, reliable and low-carbon.
- Flexible schedules mean minimal disruption to your business.
2) Warehouse & sorting
- Stock is processed by our expert partner, CTR Group, at advanced sorting facilities in the UK.
- Every item is quality-checked and categorised for resale, reuse or surplus stock recycling.
3) Resale & Charity supply chain
- You receive a competitive percentage of the recommended retail price (RRP).
- Items are redistributed through trusted UK charities and global resale networks.
- This supports clearance stock reuse while extending the product life cycle.
4) Recycling
- Goods unsuitable for resale are securely recycled or shredded in the UK.
- Materials are recovered for reuse, supporting end-of-line stock disposal with zero waste to landfill. Learn more about our product and packaging recycling service.
- Confidential or branded stock is handled with secure destruction methods.
5) Reporting
- Track results in real time through First Mile Data Studio, our easy-to-use online reporting tool.
- View your recycling rates, carbon savings and overall environmental impact.
Get in touch to discuss your stock solution.
Who it’s for
Our overstock solutions are designed for every retailer that wants to do better with their stock. We already work with hundreds of shops and retail businesses across the UK. Whether you’re a high-street name or an online brand, we make it easy to handle returns, end-of-line products and seasonal surplus responsibly.
Perfect for:
- Fashion and apparel retailers managing retail returns recycling
- Department stores with large volumes of mixed stock
- E-commerce and logistics providers with fluctuating inventory
- Brands looking to improve sustainability and compliance in the UK
Challenges we help solve:
- Reducing warehouse storage costs
- Managing seasonal and returned stock efficiently
- Meeting environmental and corporate social responsibility goals
- Simplifying reporting for ESG and sustainability audits
- Improving customer perception and brand integrity
With First Mile, you’ll gain a trusted partner that makes sustainable stock management easy, ethical and profitable.
Why choose First Mile’s stock & product solutions
Choosing First Mile means choosing a smarter way to handle surplus stock. We turn what used to be waste into opportunity. Our zero waste retailer solutions help you recover value, meet sustainability goals and make a measurable impact.
Here’s what you can expect:
- Reduce your carbon footprint with efficient collections and local processing in the UK.
- Earn revenue from resale, reuse and recycling of unsold goods.
- Support global communities through charity resale and donation networks.
- Protect your brand with secure destruction and verified traceability.
- Track your impact with detailed data and transparent reporting.
- Stay compliant with UK waste regulations and sustainability standards.
All of this comes with friendly service, clear communication and expert advice from our team of sustainability specialists, plus the added benefits of working with First Mile.
Speak to our expert team today and see how you could turn surplus stock into opportunity.
Our trusted partner, CTR Group, manages sorting, resale logistics and quality control for every item collected. Their technology-led facilities ensure accurate grading, efficient redistribution and full traceability.
Together, we deliver a seamless process that supports resale and reuse logistics while maintaining the highest environmental standards.
Every item reused or recycled through First Mile helps build a more circular retail economy. Our approach to clothing waste management ensures that products are kept in use for as long as possible, creating value for people and the planet.
We also help retailers recycle specialist materials like coat hangers, so nothing goes to waste.
Here’s the impact you can make:
- Reduce landfill waste by diverting thousands of items from disposal each year.
- Cut carbon emissions through local reuse and recycling instead of overseas waste shipping.
- Support charities that redistribute clothing and essentials to communities in need.
- Promote circular economy practices that make sustainability part of your core business strategy.
We provide measurable proof of your positive impact through First Mile Data Studio, so you can show stakeholders, customers and teams the results of your sustainable stock management.
Want to go further? Explore our retail sustainability insights to see what’s next for responsible retailers.
Your partner for sustainable stock management
First Mile makes it easy for retailers to manage surplus, end-of-line and returned stock responsibly. Our sustainable stock management service helps you recover value, stay compliant and reduce waste — all while supporting a circular economy.
With transparent reporting, expert partners and zero waste to landfill, you can make a measurable environmental and social impact with every collection.
We’re here to help you simplify sustainability and build a smarter, greener retail operation.
Speak to our expert team today to build your zero waste stock solution.
Get in touch with our expert team
What types of stock can you collect?
We collect all forms of retail surplus, including end-of-line products, overstock, returns, clearance items and faulty or unsellable goods. Clothing, footwear and accessories are accepted, along with selected homeware and non-perishable items.
How quickly can collections be arranged?
Collections can usually be arranged within a few days, depending on your location and volume. We collect directly from stores, warehouses or distribution centres using our ultra-low and zero emission vans for a fast, sustainable service.
Do you handle confidential or branded items?
Yes. Items that cannot be reused or resold due to branding or confidentiality are securely shredded or recycled in the UK. You’ll receive full documentation and traceability through our Data Studio reporting platform.
How do I track what happens to my stock?
After collection, you can log in to the First Mile Data Studio to view real-time reports showing where your stock was reused, resold or recycled. You’ll also see environmental impact data and recycling rates to measure progress.
Get in touch
We'd love to hear from you to discuss your recycling needs and provide a tailor-fit quote for your business.
