How Tokmanni-Europris Asia Enhanced Compliance and Supplier Collaboration TradeBeyond drives results

Managing Increasing Compliance and Supplier Data Requirements

With the growing volume of supplier and regulatory data, Tokmanni-Europris Asia recognized the need to move from manual processes to a centralized approach for managing documentation, audits, and compliance activities. The team conducted a thorough review of available solutions to identify one that aligned with the office’s operational needs and reliability requirements.

Strengthening Internal Coordination and Supplier Management

The implementation of a centralized system has enabled Tokmanni-Europris Asia to improve coordination between teams and enhance collaboration with suppliers. This structured approach supports efficient management of compliance obligations, regulatory requirements, and supplier performance while maintaining a focus on product safety and responsible sourcing. Tokmanni-Europris Asia continues to leverage this approach to ensure consistent supplier performance and compliance in preparation for evolving regulatory requirements.

Building a More Connected View

Similar to other sourcing offices and retail brands, Tokmanni-Europris Asia have plans to continue streamlining their supplier collaborations. As a sourcing partner for several major European retailers, they maintain a strong focus on both internal and external compliance initiatives.

The impact of these ongoing data centralization efforts has already proven effective for their sourcing business:

• Improved visibility and access to compliance and supplier data across teams, enabling faster and more informed decision-making.

• Reduced operational efforts through data transparency – streamlining collaboration.

• Reduction in compliance risks with timely alerts and proactive management of audit and certification expirations.

Centralizing workflows and data has strengthened communication between departments and suppliers, allowing us to manage compliance more effectively.

Szewan Cheng
Managing Director at Tokmanni-Europris Asia.

About Tokmanni Group Oyj

Tokmanni Group Oyj is Finland’s largest discount variety retailer, operating an extensive network of physical stores alongside online channels, primarily serving Finland and expanding into neighboring Nordic countries. The company has a market capitalization exceeding EUR 500 million and employs over 6,000 people. Dollarstore, one of Sweden’s largest discount retailers, became part of the Tokmanni Group in August 2023.

Europris is Norway’s largest discount variety retailer, operating a wide network of around 288 stores across the country with both directly owned and franchise outlets. The company offers a broad range of affordable private-label and brand-name products across many categories, including home and interior, cleaning supplies, pet accessories, storage solutions and seasonal items. Headquartered in Fredrikstad, Norway, Europris has pursued strategic growth including the full acquisition of the Swedish discount chain ÖoB (Runsven) to expand its presence in the Nordic retail market.

Tokmanni-Europris Asia, based in Shanghai, works with Tokmanni Group, which consists of the brands Tokmanni, Dollarstore, Big Dollar, MINY and Clickshoes. They also work with Europris Group, consisting of the Europris and ÖoB. They serve as the sourcing office for these companies and other private label and direct import products from Asia. The office is responsible for supplier assessments, quality oversight, and ensuring compliance with responsible sourcing standards.