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How to build a long-lasting brand-supplier relationship?

How to build a long-lasting brand-supplier relationship?

L'Agora in Brief

Omnichannel strategies have become essential for brands looking to align their distribution channels and maximize customer engagement. In this episode of Agora, we spoke with Stéphane Crucifix, Digital Development Manager at Tork, a leading brand in professional hygiene solutions.
  • How does Tork integrate omnichannel strategies into its distribution model?
  • What are the key challenges in ensuring a smooth customer journey between digital and physical channels?
  • What role can a B2B brand like Tork play in supporting its distributors’ digital performance?

With Tork

Stéphane Crucifix

Tailored omnichannel strategy for a demanding B2B model

“90% of purchases are influenced by digital. Even if the final transaction happens offline, it has been shaped by an online interaction beforehand.” Stéphane Crucifix highlights how digital is now a decisive factor in professional purchasing behavior.

At Tork, omnichannel is not just a concept; it’s a strategic pillar that translates into enhanced digital support for distributors. “Our role is to help our distributor partners succeed online and grow their digital revenue,” explains Stéphane.

To achieve this, Tork relies on several key approaches:

  • A structured distribution network, including major players in office supplies (Lyreco, Fiducial, Raja, Bruno), hygiene (BLG), and foodservice (Transgourmet, Pomona, Pro à Pro).
  • Click 2 Buy, a solution that directs customers to the most suitable distributor for their needs.
  • Tailored digital support, adapted to the varying levels of digital maturity among partners.

Digitalization and customer knowledge: a key challenge

Although Tork does not sell directly to end customers, the brand understands that digital is where purchasing decisions are made.

“Professionals search for solutions online before even contacting their distributor,” explains Stéphane.

This is why Tork collaborates closely with its partners to improve targeting and marketing activation, leveraging data to better understand and anticipate the needs of end customers.

Innovating to optimize the brand-distributor relationship

The evolution of e-commerce platforms is reshaping expectations in terms of customer experience and purchasing behavior.
Standards set by Amazon—such as self-service and immediacy—are transforming the way brands and distributors interact.

“We must continuously adapt to these new expectations,” says Stéphane. That’s why Tork uses tools like Salsify, which help optimize product content quality and enhance the customer experience across various e-commerce platforms.

Services and sustainable commitment: a differentiating approach

Tork’s offer goes beyond simply selling products. The brand focuses on high-value-added services and a strong commitment to sustainability:

  • Tork Paper Circle, an innovative recycling program.
  • Solutions based on visitor flow analysis, optimizing product usage and reducing waste.
  • An eco-design strategy, aimed at reducing the environmental impact of packaging and products.

Omnichannel is a real growth driver for Tork, enabling the brand to seamlessly connect digital and distribution.
By leveraging a hybrid strategy and innovative tools, Tork optimizes the customer experience while strengthening its relationships with distributors.

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