Wholesale & Distribution Businesses for Sale

Explore 587 wholesale & distribution businesses for sale across the United States. Wholesale trade and distribution

Active Listings
587
Median Asking Price
$697K
Median SDE
$202K
Median Multiple
3.4x SDE
Avg Asking Price
$1.8M
Average SDE
$436K
Listed in Last 30 Days
171
Added This Week
28

Median figures are computed over the 528 listings currently browsable on this page. Averages and counts cover all 587 active listings tracked in the last 90 days.

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Jun 10

Metal Supply Distribution Company for Sale in Las Vegas, NV

Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, NV
$555KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$311K
Multiple:1.8x
Why Buy

This commercial metal supply business serves small and mid-size manufacturers and fabricators in the Las Vegas metro area by providing flexible access to thousands of metal types cut to specification with no minimum order requirements and fast delivery. Strong gross margins relative to the broader distribution sector reflect the value-added service model and the underserved niche it occupies among buyers who cannot meet large distributor minimums. A lean weekday operation with a diversified multi-industry customer base keeps overhead low and financial performance consistent.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Industrial Metal Distribution Company for Sale in Denver, CO

Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
$589KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$324K
Multiple:1.8x
Why Buy

This commercial metal distribution business in the Denver metro area serves a broad range of industrial and manufacturing clients with thousands of metal types available cut to specification, no minimum order requirements, and strong service flexibility that larger commodity distributors cannot match. High gross margins relative to distribution industry norms reflect the value-added service model and the genuine niche the business occupies among small and mid-size commercial buyers. A diversified multi-industry customer base and lean operational structure keep overhead low and earnings consistent.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Metal Distribution Company for Sale in Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
$639KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$343K
Multiple:1.9x
Why Buy

This commercial metals distribution business in the Phoenix metro area serves clients across multiple industries with flexible cut-to-size service, same-day delivery options, and no minimum order requirements — a combination that larger commodity distributors cannot replicate. Strong gross margins and a lean team structure deliver attractive financial performance relative to the distribution sector broadly. A diversified multi-industry customer base provides revenue stability across varying economic conditions.

Sticky Customers
Jun 10

Cash And Carry Food for Sale in Miami, FL

Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL
$560KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$198K
Multiple:2.8x
Why Buy

This South Florida cash-and-carry wholesale distributor of food, beverages, and paper goods has operated for over 18 years, generating $198K in SDE on $1.2M in annual sales with a COD payment model that eliminates accounts receivable risk. The business serves repeat weekly commercial customers in Broward County, producing predictable, high-frequency revenue without marketing expense. The long operating history and loyal customer base reflect a defensible position in a steady-demand niche.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Automotive Parts Distributor for Sale in Raleigh, NC

Raleigh, NC
$3.8MWholesale & Distribution
Why Buy

This B2B automotive parts distribution company serves the Raleigh metro area through four locations, delivering to approximately 1,000 automotive businesses including repair shops, parts stores, and dealerships. The business generates an estimated $9M in projected revenue with $1.1M in SDE, supported by a proprietary software system that provides operational efficiency and competitive differentiation. Consistent profitability over two decades and a retiring owner create a clean transition opportunity for an incoming operator.

Growth TrajectoryRecurring RevenueSticky CustomersRetirement Sale
May 12

Commercial Led Lighting Company for Sale in Sacramento, CA

Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA
$540KWholesale & Distribution
Why Buy

This California-based full-service LED lighting solutions provider serves commercial, industrial, and residential clients with access to products from over 60 manufacturers, enabling competitive pricing and broad project coverage. The asset-only sale structure allows a buyer to acquire an established customer and supplier network without assuming liabilities. The Sacramento market's ongoing commercial construction activity supports continued demand for energy-efficient lighting upgrades and retrofits.

Jun 10

Medical Device Distributor for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$1.0MWholesale & Distribution
Why Buy

A Los Angeles-based distributor of advanced wellness and recovery devices serving commercial fitness facilities and medspas, with approximately $1–2 million in annual revenue and a client base of 50–100 businesses. The company focuses on performance training, recovery, and metabolic conditioning equipment — a category benefiting from the expansion of medspa and boutique fitness markets. The business is early-stage but growing, with investment sought to fund continued market expansion.

Growth Trajectory
Jun 10

Kitchenware Import Distribution Business for Sale in Florida

FL
$800KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$460K
Multiple:1.7x
Why Buy

This Florida-based import and distribution company has sourced and distributed kitchenware, tableware, and home products from Asia to clients across more than 10 Latin American countries for nearly two decades. The business goes beyond simple distribution by offering product development, design assistance, and packaging optimization services, deepening client relationships and supporting premium pricing. Strong cash flow margins and a proven international supply chain make this a differentiated acquisition within the wholesale and import sector.

Growth TrajectorySticky Customers
Jun 10

Specialty Fabrics Distributor for Sale in Montgomery, AL

Montgomery, AL
$600KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$96K
Multiple:6.2x
Why Buy

This specialty fabric and adhesive distributor in central Alabama has served the automotive, marine, and furniture upholstery sectors for six decades, building a loyal recurring customer base across restoration and repair professionals. The business maintains a 9.4% average annual growth rate and operates from an 8,000-square-foot facility with meaningful capacity to scale. Long operational history and diversified end markets create a stable foundation for a buyer seeking a niche distribution platform.

Sticky CustomersGrowth TrajectoryRecurring Revenue
Jun 10

Snack Food Distributor for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$860KWholesale & Distribution
Why Buy

This name-brand snack food distribution business operates in the Northeast, offering an established master distributor opportunity across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut for buyers with existing food distribution infrastructure. The business carries a recognized product line including cakes, cookies, and snack items, with financing in place to support acquisition. Significant growth potential exists for a strategic buyer already operating in adjacent food distribution categories.

Growth Trajectory
Jun 10

Beverage Wholesale Distributor for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$3.5MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$403K
Multiple:8.7x
Why Buy

This wholesale beverage distribution business in New York City has operated under the same ownership for over two decades, distributing beer, soda, and related consumables from a 10,000-square-foot owned facility included in the sale. The business employs a seasoned team and operates in a prime high-traffic commercial area with strong recurring demand from a diverse customer base. The combination of owned real estate, long operational history, and proven wholesale distribution infrastructure creates significant asset value alongside the business earnings.

Manager in Place
Jun 10

Agricultural Equipment Dealer for Sale in Utah

UT
$1.0MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$300K
Multiple:3.3x
Why Buy

A regional dealer and service provider for robotic milking systems serving agricultural customers across a multi-state territory in the Mountain West. The business generates revenue through equipment sales, installation, and ongoing service contracts, creating a recurring customer relationship model in a niche with high switching costs. Long operating history and a loyal farm customer base provide a durable foundation for a new owner to build on.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersGrowth TrajectoryKey Person Risk
Jun 10

Women S Apparel Wholesale for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$500KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$173K
Multiple:2.9x
Why Buy

A Los Angeles-based women's fashion brand launched in 2019 has established a strong wholesale presence through a leading B2B apparel marketplace, serving boutique retailers with trend-aligned collections in inclusive sizing. Existing warehouse infrastructure is assumable but relocatable, and the business ships inventory available for immediate revenue generation at closing. Significant upside exists through expansion into additional wholesale platforms or direct-to-consumer channels not yet activated by the current owner.

Growth Trajectory
Aug 16

Cabinet Sales & Distribution for Sale in Chicago, IL

Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL
$1.5MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$270K
Multiple:5.6x
Why Buy

Operating from a 22,000-square-foot warehouse in the Chicago metropolitan area, this cabinet sales and assembly company distributes European and value-priced product lines to both consumers and commercial accounts, supported by over $1 million in on-hand inventory included in the sale. Multiple hard assets — including vehicles, forklifts, and fabrication equipment — transfer with the business, providing a buyer with significant tangible value alongside the operating cash flow. Significant seller financing is available, lowering the buyer's capital requirement at close.

High CapEx
Jun 10

Wholesale Distribution Company for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$15.0MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$5.1M
Multiple:2.9x
Why Buy

This New York area wholesale distributor holds signed master supplier and reseller agreements across premium apparel, footwear, and lifestyle categories, generating an estimated thirty to thirty-five million dollars in annual revenue with over five million dollars in EBITDA. All brand and retailer contracts transfer to the buyer at closing, with seller-facilitated introductions to key accounts. The semi-absentee ownership structure and transferable blue-chip retail relationships make this an exceptional acquisition for a buyer seeking immediate scale in the consumer goods distribution space.

Absentee Owner
May 29

Electrical Components Distributor for Sale in Miami, FL

Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL
$775KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$225K
Multiple:3.5x
Why Buy

This South Florida electrical supply distributor has operated since the early 1990s, specializing in new, refurbished, obsolete, and hard-to-find electrical components for contractors, HVAC companies, and industrial customers across the region. Approximately 60% of revenue comes from a mission-critical repeat customer base, and the business maintains an absentee ownership structure with employees aware of the sale and expected to remain. Its niche focus on obsolete and specialty parts, combined with nationwide sourcing relationships, creates a defensible market position that is difficult to replicate.

Absentee OwnerManager in PlaceRecurring RevenueSticky Customers
May 19

Building Materials Supplier for Sale in Utah

UT
$12.5MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$1.5M
Multiple:8.2x
Why Buy

This well-established building materials distributor in Utah supplies professional contractors and builders with a full range of hardware and quality lumber products, supported by deep customer relationships and reliable inventory management in a growing regional construction market. The business benefits from consistent demand from the professional trades customer base, which provides more predictable purchasing patterns than retail-facing competitors. With strong recurring contractor relationships and over $1.5 million in seller's discretionary earnings, the platform offers an attractive acquisition for a buyer seeking a durable distribution business.

Sticky Customers
May 17

Automotive Parts Distribution Franchise for Sale in Wichita, KS

Wichita, KS
$775KWholesale & Distribution
Why Buy

A franchise-model B2B automotive parts distribution business serving approximately 1,000 trade customers including repair shops, dealerships, and parts retailers through a proprietary integrated software system. The franchise structure provides ongoing product expansion through a national network, while the local route-based model generates consistent recurring revenue with minimal consumer retail exposure. Standardized operations and a specific niche within the automotive supply chain create a defensible position in the Wichita market.

Sticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Marble Import & Distribution for Sale in New York

NY
$1.8MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$250K
Multiple:7.2x
Why Buy

This specialty marble importer and distributor has operated for 28 years, building an extensive customer base in a niche, high-margin natural stone market. Approximately $1 million in inventory and equipment is included in the sale price, providing immediate asset value and operational readiness for a new owner. The seller's willingness to remain involved and offer equity partnership options provides unusual flexibility in deal structure for an acquiring buyer.

Jun 10

Fresh Produce Importer for Sale in Miami

Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach
$430KWholesale & Distribution
Why Buy

A Miami-based import and export business specializing in fresh fruits and vegetables sourced from Central and South America and distributed to retailers, importers, and supermarket chains in the US, Canada, and Europe. The business operates with minimal fixed costs through established freight forwarding partnerships, keeping overhead lean while accessing global logistics infrastructure. A multi-decade promoter track record and deep grower and distributor relationships represent the core value for an acquiring partner.

Growth Trajectory
Aug 16

Wholesale Floral Distributor for Sale in Honolulu, HI

Honolulu, HI
$800KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$200K
Multiple:4.0x
Why Buy

This Hawaii-based wholesale floral distributor serves florists, event planners, and retailers across the Hawaiian islands and holds a uniquely defensible geographic position as the market's primary supplier of silk flowers, tropical arrangements, and décor items. The business generates $200K in SDE on $3.3M in annual revenue through dual wholesale and retail channels, with an integrated digital platform supporting efficient order management. Geographic exclusivity and essential-service positioning create a naturally protected competitive moat that would be difficult for a new entrant to replicate.

Manager in PlaceSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Lumber Supply Company for Sale in Iowa

IA
$3.0MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$641K
Multiple:4.7x
Why Buy

This Iowa building materials distributor provides a comprehensive product lineup spanning structural lumber, millwork, windows, doors, decking, and kitchen and bath materials, serving residential and commercial construction customers. The business operates with a small, tenured workforce and an owner who is likely ready to transition. With construction activity remaining strong in many Midwestern markets, this type of supplier benefits from consistent contractor demand.

Jun 10

Wholesale Food Distributor for Sale in Riverside, CA

Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
$695KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$173K
Multiple:4.0x
Why Buy

This Southern California wholesale food distributor specializes in fresh-cut meats and prepared Mexican cuisine items, serving restaurants and retail buyers across the Inland Empire region. Strong supplier relationships and a diversified product line — spanning proteins, ready-made entrées, and specialty items — underpin consistent revenue and customer loyalty. The business is well-positioned to expand its customer base given the region's large and growing Hispanic foodservice market.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Performance Wheel Manufacturer for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$6.1MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$1.5M
Multiple:4.2x
Why Buy

This vertically integrated performance wheel manufacturing and distribution business combines proprietary fabrication technologies with established overseas production partnerships to serve a global customer base across North America, Europe, and Asia. Operating from a large modern facility, the business produces tens of thousands of wheels annually and has built deep expertise in high-performance and racing applications. The combined entity offers strong revenue diversification and a defensible technology position in a specialized niche.

Growth Trajectory

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many wholesale & distribution businesses are for sale?
There are currently 587 wholesale & distribution businesses listed for sale across the United States, with 28 new listings in the past week.
What is the typical asking price for a wholesale & distribution business?
The median asking price for wholesale & distribution businesses is $697K, ranging from $10K to $42.1M.
What multiple of earnings do wholesale & distribution businesses across the United States list for?
Across the 528 wholesale & distribution businesses currently browsable across the United States, the median asking price is $697K and the median seller's discretionary earnings (SDE) is $202K. The median asking price works out to 3.4x SDE. Multiples vary with size, growth, and owner dependence, so treat this as a benchmark rather than a rule.
Where are most wholesale & distribution businesses for sale?
The states with the most wholesale & distribution businesses for sale are FL, NY, CA, NJ, TX.
Is a wholesale & distribution business a good acquisition?
Wholesale & Distribution businesses can be excellent acquisitions depending on your criteria. Key factors to evaluate include recurring revenue, owner dependence, customer concentration, and growth potential. Use Searcher OS to compare listings and analyze CIMs for detailed financials.
Can I finance a wholesale & distribution business acquisition?
Many wholesale & distribution businesses qualify for SBA 7(a) loans, which cover 75-90% of the purchase price with 10-year terms at competitive rates. This makes acquisitions accessible with 10-15% down payment.

Acquiring a Wholesale & Distribution Business

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