_________________________________________________________________________________ Fingerhut / Granterion 3PL
Operating under the parent company of Bluestem Brands , Fingerhut is a leading provider for American consumers seeking to establish , build or rebuild credit , offering revolving credit and installment loans issued by WebBank with monthly payment options and the flexibility of paying over time . Although the business was established in 1948 by brothers William and Manny Fingerhut , who sold automobile seat covers , it has since diversified into an e-commerce company selling everything families need from a broad selection of national brands .
In recent years , its parent company , Bluestem Brands , has strategically adapted its business model to better fulfill consumer demand and maximize profits . Specifically , it has transformed its Minnesota based warehousing facility that previously fulfilled only Fingerhut orders , into a standalone business that provides 3PL solutions across the US . With a new name , GranterionSM 3PL Solutions ( Granterion 3PL ) offers genuine value to those in the marketplace needing warehousing , fulfilment , prep , etc . for retail brands , including its largest customer , Fingerhut .
Led by Scott Jensen , Granterion 3PL is a customer focused partner committed to solving logistical challenges through innovative solutions that reduce costs , simplify operations , and perhaps most importantly , enable business owners to focus on growing their business . As the business became fully operational just under one year ago , Scott joins us to share an insight into the company ’ s operations and how it can transform clients ’ supply chains .
“ Having been originally built in 1989 , this facility has a very interesting history ,” Scott opens . “ It underwent a significant expansion in 1994 and was the largest employer in the local area for several years . Although Bluestem ’ s business strategy has changed over time , the building has always been operated by Fingerhut personnel . That same
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