A wholesaler is a business or entity that purchases goods in large quantities from manufacturers or producers and sells them to retailers, other businesses, or institutional buyers. Wholesalers act as intermediaries in the supply chain, buying goods in bulk at discounted prices and then distributing them to smaller businesses or retailers who sell the products to end consumers. They typically operate warehouses or distribution centers where they store and manage inventory before selling it to their customers. Wholesalers play a vital role in the distribution of goods, facilitating the flow of products from producers to retailers, and providing efficiency and convenience to businesses by offering a wide range of products in one location at competitive prices.