Just-In-Time Inventory: Lean Stock Management for Toy & Miniature Sellers
Just-In-Time Inventory (JIT) is a stock management system where products are ordered and replenished only as they are needed, minimizing on-hand inventory and reducing storage costs.
For miniature and toy retailers, JIT helps manage rapid product cycles, especially when dealing with trending toys or fluctuating faction demand. Amazon sellers use JIT to avoid FBA long-term storage fees and maintain a lean Amazon stocklist. Toy wholesale suppliers often support JIT by offering frequent restocks or flexible order minimums, enabling profitable toys wholesale without large upfront commitments.
Example in practice:
A retailer keeps only two weeks of paint-set inventory on hand and schedules automatic replenishment through a distributor every Monday.
Why does this matter?
JIT is vital for fast-moving retail environments as it:
- Improves cash flow efficiency
- Reduces inventory risk
