11-Year Established Wholesale Distribution Business for Sale in Des Moines, IA

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Financial Details

Asking Price:
$4,200,000
Annual Revenue:
$6,900,000
Cash Flow / SDE:
$900,000
Profit Metric:
Cash Flow (Seller's Discretionary Earnings)
Valuation Multiple:
4.7x
Location:
Des Moines, IA, US
Source:
Date:
October 21, 2025

Key Highlights

11 years of stable operation supplying general merchandise and health products to Midwest retailers.
Strong, long-term vendor relationships securing consistent product loads at competitive prices.
Seller financing available for qualified buyers, supported by 10 weeks of transition training.

Description

This is an excellent opportunity to acquire an established, 11-year-old wholesale distribution business located in Des Moines, Iowa. The company specializes in supplying general merchandise, home goods, and health-related products to a loyal base of independent retailers and regional distributors across the Midwest. The operation is highly efficient, running out of a 6,500 sq. ft. leased warehouse facility ($5,800/month) and managed by a small, dedicated staff of 5 employees. Financials are strong, showing $6.9M in Gross Revenue and $900,000 in Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE). The sale includes $120,000 in FF&E, while $350,000 in inventory is valued separately. The owner is relocating and offers 10 weeks of transition support. Significant growth potential exists by expanding product lines or developing new vendor partnerships.

Industry Information

Industry Description:
This is an established wholesale distribution business supplying general merchandise, home goods, and health-related products to independent retailers and regional distributors.
Classification:
Wholesale & Distributors

Operational Snapshot

Year Established:
2014
Employees:
5
Reason for Selling:
Relocation and focus on a new venture

Real Estate & Lease

Status:
Leased
Monthly Rent:
$5,800 USD

Assets & Inventory

FF&E Value:
$120,000 USD
Includes FF&E:
Yes
Inventory Value:
$350,000 USD
Includes Inventory:
No

Broker Contact

Name:
Kristian Paul

Listing Details

Listing ID:
c620d223-360e-4806-952e-5167f0d3eec5
Source Listing ID:
2431784
Deal Status:
For Sale
Last Updated:
October 21, 2025
Currency:
USD

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Wholesale Distribution Established Business Leased Facility Seller Financing Available Midwest Focus