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Browse wholesale, distribution and import businesses for sale up to $800,000 across Australia, including established commercial, supply, industrial and import opportunities. Marlow & Co works with buyers and sellers to match quality businesses with suitable purchasers.
Note:
In the business listings below the term “AGREED SALE” means agreement has been reached to purchase the business and the business is off the market, in most cases pending due diligence and finance approval.
Import / Distribution Craft Supplies – Jewellery (VIC) PRICE REDUCED
REF: LF294
This business has been in successful operation for over 20 years and is an importer and distributor of craft products used for the making of Jewellery, from the USA, China and Australia.
The business is the Australian distributor for a number of well-known brands in the industry and their extensive range extends to over 30,000 sku’s.
- Turnover approximately $900K
- Over 100% of sales are online and C.O.D
- Plenty of scope to increase and change product offerings
- Well trained staff in place who will stay on if required
The business would be ideally suited as a valuable addition to an existing import / retail operation.
This is also an ideal first-time buyer’s business, easy to run with no technical qualifications required. Owner is retiring and would be happy to assist with training if required.
Price: $100,000 + SAV ($420,000)
Contact Linda Foran
email or (03) 9885 3088
Wholesale / Retail – Synthetic Grass (VIC) NEW
REF#: LF221
This business has been in operation for 19 years and there has been a broadening of the client base over the last 10 years as the industry has gained in popularity driving sales to an ever-expanding market.
It is envisioned that sales and profitability will only grow further in the short-term making this an exciting opportunity for a first-time buyer looking for an entry-level business.
The current owner invested considerably in a website upgrade. This well performing website with “Online Shop” generates the majority of business.
The business services landscapers, builders, architects, developers, private customers, sporting and educational sectors.
Cashflow is excellent as all sales generated online are COD. Project work pays a 50% deposit and the balance on completion.
This is an exciting industry which is evolving every day with new products and usage opportunities.
Aside from a basic understanding of the product the business does not require any technical expertise and is ideal to be run by a single owner operator, partnership or family group.
Profit available to 1 Full Time owner in 2025 was around $96,000
Price: $165,000 + SAV ($30,000)
Contact Linda Foran
email or (03) 9885 3088
Timber, Gates and Rural Supply (VIC) NEW
REF#: WM358
Well known 50+ year old business on the eastern outskirts of Melbourne providing rural hardware and building supplies to a broad range of customers.
Fantastic main road location in an area full of rural and semi rural properties, orchards, farm and many other agi businesses.
Staffing issues over recent years have resulted in relatively poor performance but the current manager (with admin support from the owner) is working out very well.
Sales are around $1.0 mil pa and should be easily improved.
Trades 5 1/2 days per week.
Ideal first business for for a family or partners.
Price: $175,000 + SAV ($250,000)
Contact Wayne Marlow
email or (03) 9885 3088
Import / Wholesale – Industrial Supply (VIC)
REF#: WM354
Small range of specialist items to engineering and metal supply stores around Australia
Long established one man business selling must have items used across a huge number of industries.
Customers are mostly resellers and there are also some end user businesses purchasing directly.
Extremely good margins and profit to the owner is around $280K pa
This is a technical business and the new owner MUST HAVE an engineering or steel/metal background.
For many years the owner has been happy to run the business to suit his lifestyle (short 5 day week, minimal advertising/marketing and responding to inbound enquiries) but we believe an enthusiastic new owner will easily improve sales and profits with some basic marketing and promotional activity.
The is a perfect opportunity for an owner operator or add it to your existing industrial supply business.
Price: $525,000 + SAV ($300,000)
Contact Wayne Marlow
email or (03) 9885 3088
Sheds, Garages and Carports (VIC) NEW AGREED SALE
REF#: WM359
Sales & project management only – all construction is done by third parties.
From a showroom/display in the SE suburbs this 30+ year old business represents a market leading brand across a large, exclusive territory.
The business receives significant corporate support including training, access to a very comprehensive IT system and lead generation.
Sales are just under $2.0 mil pa with average profit to the owner of $370K pa.
Cash flow is fantastic as there is no stock and no debtors.
The business operates Monday to Friday and doesn’t require trade qualifications or industry experience.
This is perfect for a first time or experienced business owner looking for an interesting business with the backing and support of a huge corporate and huge potential to grow.
Price: $780,000
Contact Wayne Marlow
email or (03) 9885 3088
Import / Distribution – Vending Machines (VIC) NEW AGREED SALE
REF#: LF202
This business has been in successful operation for over 23 years and are members of the key Australian industry associations, the AVA, ACWA and ASCA. This is an import / distribution vending equipment business who customize machines to suit their customers chosen product range or preferred configuration.
Please note this business DOES NOT stock and refill vending machines business.
With an extensive assortment of spare parts on hand the business provides customers with fully trained technicians and qualified mechanics Australia wide to provide assistance or onsite repairs.
The business is well renowned for specialized vending machines equipped with inventory control systems, reducing costs and providing inventory management.
The business enjoys an outstanding reputation within the industry for service, quality and fast turnaround times.
- Turnover $2.0 mil pa and growing
- Profit to owner $443K pa (32 hours per week)
- Priced to sell
- Excellent cash flow as majority of sales COD
- Well trained staff in place who will stay on
- No technical experience required, though someone technically minded would have an advantage
This sale provides a rare and exciting opportunity to purchase a profitable business that is simple to run with a strong track record and rock-solid reputation for quality and service.
Price: $700,000 + SAV ($300,000)
Contact Linda Foran
email or (03) 9885 3088