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1 Non Footwear Packaging Standards Genesco distributes purchases orders in two separate ways. GENESCO VENDORS ROUTING GUIDE Warehouse Orders Shipments consigned to our warehouse for distribution to stores by Genesco. Direct to Store (Drop Shipments) - Shipments distributed directly to the stores from the vendor s warehouse. Packaging Standards PACKAGING STANDARDS - GENERAL PACKING INSTRUCTIONS When packing non-footwear items in cases, the following requirements must be satisfied: Cases must be sealed with tape on the top closure. Do not use staples for the top closure. Do not glue the top closure. Do not use straps or bands to secure cases. Do not tape or label over any case marking and / or labels. No shorts or substitutions without prior approval. Only one purchase order, size, and stock number may be packed in a case. If there is not enough of a particular size to completely fill a carton, a mixed size carton will be allowed, but only one mixed carton per shipment. All accessories/apparel must be individually poly-bagged. All specified inner-packs must be poly-bagged or boxed together. Must have a UPC barcode label on the outside of the poly bag. All merchandise must have price tickets. If price tickets are not provided by vendor, buyer must be notified. Metal Staples 1. Do not use metal staples to seal individual shipping cartons. 2. Metal staples are acceptable for carton construction (manufacturing joints), but not to seal cartons after packing (see next figure). Figure 5 Staples on carton Page 1

2 Strapping 1. Metal strapping or plastic strapping with metal clips is prohibited. 2. If strapping is required, fused plastic straps must be used. 3. Shipping cartons can in no way be attached together, either with straps or with tape. Solid Wood Packaging Materials 1. The use of solid wood packaging materials, e.g. wooden pallets, is strictly prohibited for all shipments. 2. If solid wood packaging is used, the forwarders have instructions not to accept the shipments. 3. The invoice must include the following statement: We hereby declare that no wood packaging material accompanies this shipment. PACKAGING STANDARDS DIRECT TO STORE CARTON PACKING INSTRUCTIONS When a direct to store (drop shipment) distribution is indicated on the purchase order, the following requirements must also be met: 1. Direct to Store (Drop Shipment) merchandise is to be packed by store, with the quantity, style, size, and color as stated in the purchase order. 2. Package each purchase order in separate cartons. Do not combine multiple purchase orders in one carton. 3. If the PO contains multiple styles, they may be packed in a single carton. 4. Do not under-pack cartons. Ideally, each store's assortment should be contained in the least number of cartons possible. 5. Do not use metal or plastic bands or straps; cartons must be of a construction that will withstand transportation handling. 6. Individual cartons cannot weigh less than 5 lbs. or more than 50 lbs. 7. Carton count identification by purchase order: for example, PO# , 1 of 3, 2 of 3, 3 of 3. All oversized packages must have prior authorization from the Corporate Logistics Department. Any oversized package shipped without authorization will result in a charge back to the respective vendor. For more specific information as to oversize packages, please go to WebHelp/5_4_1_Package_Size_and_Weight_Rules_for_FedEx_Ground_and_FedEx_Home_Delivery_U_S.htm PACKAGING STANDARDS WAREHOUSE SHIPMENT CARTON CHARACTERISTICS All merchandise processed through our distribution center must be packed in corrugated cartons with a minimum burst strength of 125 pounds. Minimum Maximum Length 7" 38" Width 6 26 Height 7 24 Weight 6 lbs 50 lbs Cubic Inches Ideal carton dimensions are 21" long x 19" wide x 14" high. The maximum cubic inches (length X width X height) on all cartons shipped to our DC cannot exceed (see note below regarding pre-pack cartons). Exceptions for apparel and accessory items may be granted for minimum dimension requirements, but maximum dimensions cannot be exceeded. Page 2

3 Carton opening must be at the top of the largest surface area. Top Opening 14 Deep 19 Wide 21 Long PACKAGING STANDARDS SOLID CARTON MARKINGS In addition to the UCC-128 bar coded case labels, all cartons must be marked with the following information: Genesco Style Number Style Name Genesco Purchase Order Number Size Quantity Carton count identification by purchase order: for example, PO# , 1 of 3, 2 of 3, 3 of 3 Solid External Carton Markings Top Genesco Style # Alternate Style Name Classic placement P.O. # for carton Height Size S markings Quantity 12 Carton 1 of 3 Width Length Carton markings should be easily read from a distance of at least three feet. (Approximately half-inch to one-inch lettering must be used.) Special handling notations are to be included on the carton if applicable: FRAGILE, HAZARDOUS, PROTECT FROM FREEZING, PROTECT FROM HEAT, FLAMMABLE. Other non-asn labeling or carton markings must be removed or blacked out so that the above listed information is readily identifiable. Case Label Instructions EDI Vendors Only The purpose of the UCC-128 label is to connect the physical units of a shipment with the electronic information. Scanning the UCC-128 label and electronically matching it to the information in the ASN file does this. Once this is accomplished and verified, we are able to acknowledge the shipment, and book the shipment into our inventory. Page 3

4 Industry standards state UCC-128 numbers should not be reused within 1 year. Genesco strictly prohibits reuse of UCC-128 numbers within 12 months and recommends 24 months. UCC-128 labels are to be applied to the cartons in the following manner. (See diagram below). For actual case label, refer to the UCC-128 label listed under the EDI section. Apply one label, which includes the SKU information, to each case or apply an additional case contents label if first label doesn t include case contents. Position the 4" x 6" label on the "SIDE" of the box in the lower right hand corner, 2" from the bottom edge and 1" from the side edge. (See Example) If 2 nd case contents label is applied, it should be positioned next to 1 st label on the right bottom side of the case. Labels should be vertical, with the bar code in picket fence orientation. Horizontal tilt should be less than 5%. Affix labels using the self-adhesive backing. Do not use tape. Ensure the labels are smooth so the bar code can be scanned. Do not photo copy labels and apply them to cases. When labels as printed do not exactly match the contents, DO NOT USE THEM. Contact for replacement labels. Do not alter the information printed on the labels. If you apply the Genesco case labels and discover they are incorrect, cover the bar code, black out the bar code or remove the labels. UCC-128 Label Placement 4 x 6 Label Placed on Side of box in lower right hand corner 1 inch from the side edge 2 inches from bottom edge Page 4

5 UCC-128 Single SKU Label Example Page 5

6 UCC-128 Label Requirements Industry standards state UCC-128 numbers should not be reused within 1 year. Genesco strictly prohibits reuse of UCC-128 numbers within 12 months and recommends 24 months. All UCC-128 shipping labels require the following information: Zone A Zone B Zone C Zone D Zone E Zone G Zone H Zone I Ship from Company name and address Ship to Division name c/o distribution center name and address Example: Journeys c/o Genesco Distribution Center 635 Genesco Parkway Lebanon, TN Genesco Style Number, minimum 14 point bold font (EDI 850 PO PO109 segment) Shoe Width, minimum 14 point bold font (Not required for Non Footwear) Genesco PO number, minimum 14 point bold font (EDI 850 PO BEG03 segment) Quantity by Size and Case Quantity Information Genesco Ship To Barcode Genesco Ship To Numeric Code (EDI 850 PO N104*ST segment) Create Standard Shipping Container Code (SSCC-18) Bar Code Symbol with the following dimensions: Minimum bar height of 1.25 Minimum bar length of 3.02 Quiet zones before and after the bar code 10 times the x dimension or 0.25 as defined by the ANSI/UCC6 Standards Case Label Instructions Non-EDI Vendors Only For Non-EDI Vendors, please label the cartons with the following information: 1. Ship To address 2. Genesco PO number 3. Genesco Style number 4. Total quantity Place the label on the side of the box in the lower right corner. Ticketing and Labeling for Product Tags and labels are required because they provide accurate inventory control information, which allows your product to flow quickly and efficiently to the stores. All products must be properly ticketed, packaged, and packed prior to being shipped to our distribution center. All products should follow the specifications and requirements set forth within this manual and any additional buyer instructions. We reserve the right to charge back for any merchandise arriving at our distribution center that has been incorrectly ticketed, packaged, packed, or labeled, as specified in this manual and/or purchase order. Page 6

7 The vendor is responsible for obtaining and attaching a UPC Bar code, Size, and a tag or label with the required information on it. The vendor is also responsible to check, and verify that the information on the tag or label is printed correctly. Every effort is made by the suppliers to ensure errors do not happen, however, the vendor is responsible to make sure the correct information and labels are placed on the merchandise. Some Domestic ticketing suppliers are listed below: FINELINE TECHNOLOGIES 3145 Medlock Bridge Road Norcross, GA Phone: (800) Fax : (678) support@finelinetech.com Supplies: Hang tag, Style sticker, UPC/shoe box label FINELINE TECHNOLOGIES LLC LTD ASIA (Hong Kong & SHENZHEN) Unit A, 10/F, Manning Industrial Building How Ming Street Kwun Tong, KLN, Hong Kong Phone: (852) Fax: (852) support@finelinetech.com.hk Supplies: Hang tag, Style sticker, UPC/ shoe box label *Fineline Technologies ticketing forms are located on their website at: For First Cost ticketing suppliers, please refer to the Avery Dennison Contacts document. Note: First Cost suppliers refers to shipments where Genesco Inc. or GCO Canada Inc. is the importer of record. Do not ship un-ticketed merchandise. If you ship un-ticketed merchandise, you will receive a chargeback. If you have any questions please contact your buyer or vendorcompliance@genesco.com PACKING INSTRUCTIONS AND PRICE TICKET STANDARDS The following matrix should be used to determine inner pack quantity, carton quantity, packaging, and ticket placement requirements for all accessory items. Any exceptions must have buyer authorization. Page 7

8 Item Inner Pack Qty Carton Qty Packaging Ticket Placement Socks 5 Pack (10 in poly) 180 (pre-ticket by vendor or sticker on band) Socks 3 Pack (6 in poly) 180 (pre-ticket by vendor or sticker on band) Shoe Cleaner 6 or 12 >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>>> 264 cases = 1584 on a pallet Each 3 (8 poly bags of 3 = 24 in small box) Shoe Laces (6 in poly) 36 (24) >>>>>>>>>>>>> ( 240 units in Master box) Shoe Insoles 3 72 T-Shirts Each 72 Poly Bag under right arm Toddler T-Shirts Each 96 Poly Bag under right arm Hoodies Each 24 Poly Bag under right arm Kids Hoodies Each 48 Poly Bag under right arm Toddler Hoodies Each 48 Poly Bag under right arm Onesies Each 96 Poly Bag under right arm Coats/Outerwear Each 24 Poly Bag under right arm Scarves Each 72 Poly Bag Bottom of the scarf (swift attached) 1 Polos Each 36 Poly Bag under right arm Thermals Each 36 Poly Bag under right arm Watches Each 72 Cased Back of the face or at the clasp Buckles Each 100 Poly Bag (Wing labels on belt buckles)(sticker on box of Scout buckles) Fedoras Each 12 Poly Bag Inside Band in the Rear Baseball Hats Each 36 Poly Bag Right Seam or Sticker Under Bill Knit Hats Each 36 Poly Bag middle right seam Gloves Each 36 Poly Bag affix with hook through cuff of glove Wristbands 60 back of hanging card Nylon Straps/Belts Each 100 Poly Bag Buckle or Loop Leather Straps/Belts Each 60 Poly Bag Buckle or Loop Wallets Each 72 Boxed or Poly Bag In Wallet or Loop Tag (Shi) Chains Each 36 Poly Bag wing label clasp Backpacks Each 6 or 12 Poly Bag middle right seam of backpack Large Handbags Each 6 Poly Bag Around Handle Small Handbags Each 12 Poly Bag Around Handle Sunglasses 3 72 Poly in 3's Right Temple Jewelry 3 72 Poly in 3's Back of Hang Card Stationary Kits 12 over the licensors UPC Umbrellas 12 over the licensors UPC Hair Clips 3 72 Poly in 3's Back of Hang Card Headbands 3 72 Poly in 3's Back of Hang Card Small Electronics Each 12 over the licensors UPC 1 Scarves hang on a ring no longer than 1 ft, with no logo tags ***Absolutely no brand specific vendor tickets are to be attached to any item without buyer approval*** Page 8

9 Hangtag Instructions The hangtag is used on accessory products, apparel, and sandals. The Following information is REQUIRED on the tag: 1. Genesco Style Number The style number should not be more than 8 digits numeric, as noted on the purchase order. 2. Size of the item Non sized items should be labeled N-S 3. Genesco 12 character item description 4. Color 5. UPC Bar Code A UPC is a 12 digit all numeric bar code that identifies the product, as noted on the purchase order. 6. Price Our Retail Price, as noted on the purchase order. 7. Tag under right arm when wearing. The label information must exactly match the item. Although, the exact ticket size is not a requirement, vendors should make every effort to keep the size as close as possible to the size shown. TICKET PLACEMENT Polybag Instructions Each poly bag must have our UPC label attached to the poly bag. The UPC label on the poly bag needs to be 1.0 x 1.5. Page 9

10 UPC label: 1. The polybag UPC label will be included with the hangtags ordered. 2. The UPC label must be placed on the outside of the polybag, in the middle of the front side of the polybag. 3. Please ensure that the UPC number on the polybag label must match the UPC number on the hangtag. 4. Only original hangtags and polybag labels must be used. Do not photocopy, reproduce, or modify fields on the price tickets. 5. If only hangtags are received without the polybag label, please contact Polybag Specifications 1. The Polybag used for packing MUST contain the following Safety warning written in both English and French in black color font: WARNING: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep away from babies and children. Do not use this bag in cribs, beds, carriages, or playpens. This bag is not a toy. AVERTISSEMENT: Garder hors de la portee des enfants afin d eviter tout risqué d etouffement. Ne pas utilizer ce sac dans un berceau, un lit, une poussette ou un parc d enfant. Ce sac n est pas un jouet. 2. The polybag must be re-sealable. 3. Both sides of the polybag must contain minimum of 4 air holes of 6mm dia. Spaced on 50mm grid. 4. The thickness of the polybag must be with minimum of 1.0 mil linear low density polyethylene. Page 10