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Mastering Bulk Purchases: A Guide to the EastMallBuy Multi-Week Planner

2025-12-31

Organizing a large, multi-vendor haul from platforms like AliExpress or Taobao can quickly become chaotic. The EastMallBuy Spreadsheet Planner

Why You Need a System for Larger Hauls

Without a central tracker, it's easy to lose orders in email inboxes, forget QC deadlines, or miscalculate combined shipping weights. The EastMallBuy spreadsheet solves this by providing a single source of truth for your entire purchasing project, often spanning 3-6 weeks from first order to final parcel consolidation.

Core Features of the Planner Spreadsheet

  • Order Timeline Dashboard:
  • Vendor & Item Details:
  • QC (Quality Control) Approval Column:
  • Dynamic Date Tracking:
  • Shipping & Consolidation Planner:

How to Plan Your Multi-Week Purchase: A Step-by-Step Workflow

Week 1: Planning & Initial Orders

Begin by adding all intended items to the spreadsheet. Place orders for non-urgent, pre-sale, or long-lead-time items

Week 2-3: Staggered Ordering & QC

Place remaining orders. As items arrive at your agent's warehouse (like EastMallBuy), you'll receive QC photos. Update the spreadsheet's QC StatusActual Arrival Date. This is crucial for identifying problematic items early.

Final Week: Consolidation & Shipping

Once all "Approved" items have landed, use the spreadsheet to group them into optimal parcels. Compare weights and estimated shipping costs. Submit your consolidation request to your agent with a clear list directly from your planner.

Pro Tips for Efficiency

Color-Coding: Link Everything: Budget Column:

The EastMallBuy Multi-Week Planner SpreadsheetDownload the template today