Lowe’s honors 2021 Vendor Partners

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. named Anatolia Tile & Stone, Chervon and Larson as the company’s 2021 Vendor Partners of the Year.

“Our 2021 vendor partner award winners are being honored for their unique contributions to the success of Lowe’s in delivering on the needs of our customers,” said Bill Boltz, Lowe’s executive vice president, merchandising.

Lowe’s has also recognized long-time partner Hampton Lumber with the Sustainability Award. Hampton Lumber, a leader in wood sourcing and forest management policies, provides environmentally conscious products while enhancing local communities and lessening its environmental impact.

“Despite today’s challenging environment, these companies have stepped up to provide strong support and solutions for us to quickly adapt to changing business demands,” Boltz said.

Here are the overall vendor partners of the year for each of three merchandising divisions as well as divisional category and innovation award winners:

Building Products

Vendor Partner of the Year: Larson, a market leader in the millwork industry, is recognized for its selection of door, window and screen products in a variety of styles, colors and finish sizes, the firm stated.

“As a best-in-class supplier,” Lowe’s wrote, “for more than 34 years, Larson’s commitment to serving stores and customers with quality and integrity has never been stronger.”

In addition, the firm indicated, Idaho Forest Group (IFG), Legrand, Owens Corning, RWC Reliance Worldwide Co. and Yankon were recognized as divisional winners.

Google, Little Giant, Lutron, Origin Point Brands (OPB) and United Window and Door were recognized as innovation partners of the year in the building materials category.

Hardlines

Vendor Partner of the Year: Chervon, one of the largest players in the global power tool and outdoor power equipment markets, the company said, consistently brought solutions to a challenging supply chain environment to ensure Lowe’s customers had the products they need to get the job done.

“Chervon partnered with Lowe’s to launch three nationwide home center exclusive brands – EGO, Flex and SKIL – to introduce new and innovative products for both Pro and DIY customers,” the company acknowledged.

In addition, JS Products, Liberty Hardware and LiveTrends were recognized as divisional winners, and Blackstone, Mechanix Wear, Stanley Black & Decker and Spyder were recognized as innovation partners of the year in the hardlines category.

Home Décor 

Vendor Partner of the Year: Anatolia Tile & Stone, a supplier of ceramic and stone products, has provided unparalleled support to Lowe’s through its holistic approach with insights, initiatives and strategies, the retailer described.

“Anatolia’s low-cost operating model and strength in sourcing has allowed Lowe’s to provide quality products at great value for customers.”

In addition, All Strong, LG, Mansfield Plumbing and Swift Response (Flex Seal) were recognized as divisional winners, and Monopy and Whirlpool were recognized as innovation partners of the year in the home décor category, it also noted.