How it works
From idle stock to recovered cash — a transparent, end-to-end workflow built on top of Tail Sourcing's procurement DNA.
Connect or upload
Sync from esourcing.tailsourcing.com, upload a CSV or fill in a quick form. Your inventory becomes ready-to-publish lots in minutes.
- CSV / API / manual entry
- Reserve price & minimum quantities
- Photos, datasheets and certificates
Publish to vetted buyers
Your lots reach a curated network of pre-qualified buyers. Receive offers, negotiate and approve with built-in workflows.
- KYC-verified buyer accounts
- Sealed bids or open offers
- Internal approval & role-based access
Close, ship & track
Generate the sale order, coordinate logistics and reconcile payment. Full traceability from listing to delivery.
- Digital sale order & invoice
- Logistics handled by you or by us
- Success-based commission only
Example commission scenario
Try different sale prices to see how a success-based commission would look. Numbers are illustrative — your actual rate is agreed per deal.
Typical range for this category: 6%–12%.
Standard rate for one-off lots.
Bounded by the finished goods preset (6%–12%).
Sale price
$25,000
Commission (8.0%)
$2,000
Net to you
$23,000
Tailored for both sides of the deal
If you are selling
- List in minutes from existing inventory data.
- Set reserve prices and approve every offer.
- Recover cash without disrupting your main channels.
If you are buying
- Browse vetted surplus across categories.
- Bid or buy directly, always at below-market prices.
- Get full specs, photos and seller ratings before closing.
Built on Tail Sourcing's procurement DNA
The same controls, traceability and supplier discipline of our enterprise sourcing platform — applied to surplus.
- KYC and company verification
- Role-based permissions and audit logs
- Two-sided ratings on every transaction
- GDPR-compliant data handling
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to publish a lot?+
Most sellers publish their first lot in under 10 minutes using the manual form or CSV upload.
When do I pay?+
Listing is free. You only pay a success-based commission (5–8%) when a sale closes, plus your subscription if applicable.
Who handles logistics?+
By default the seller coordinates pickup with the buyer. Enterprise plans can include managed logistics.
Is my data confidential?+
Yes. Lots can be published with redacted seller identity until an offer is approved.
How it works
From idle stock to recovered cash — a transparent, end-to-end workflow built on top of Tail Sourcing's procurement DNA.