ERP Built for Distributors, Wholesalers and Merchants
Merlin ERP gives UK merchants, distributors and wholesalers complete control - from order entry to delivery. Eliminate manual processes, reduce overheads and make smarter decisions with a system designed specifically for the way your business operates.
Built to Support UK Wholesale, Distribution and Merchant Businesses
From electrical and plumbing suppliers to food service distributors, general wholesalers and builder’s merchants, Merlin ERP is the system of choice for businesses that demand reliability, flexibility and proven results.
The Operational Hub for Merchants, Wholesalers and Distributors
Merlin ERP brings together the core processes that drive efficiency for wholesalers, distributors and merchants — from sales order processing and inventory control to financials, CRM and warehouse management — in a single, fully integrated platform.
Software That Works as Hard as You Do
Since day one, our mission has been to deliver the best service available — backed by technology that evolves to meet the demands of modern distribution, wholesale and merchant businesses. As part of Aptean, that commitment is strengthened by global resources and a shared dedication to industry-specific software excellence.
Purpose-Built for Your Industry
Merlin ERP has been developed and refined over 40 years in close partnership with the sectors it serves. From electrical and plumbing supplies to medical, food service and engineering distribution — Merlin ERP delivers the right functionality for your specific market.
Align your teams across departments
Anticipate demand shifts
Spot production issues early
Gain end-to-end visibility and control
ERP Software That Works The Way You Do
Warehouse and Logistics
Streamline picking, packing and delivery with our real-time logistics engine, and gain full control and visibility of your stock through your warehouse.
Multi-Channel Sales Support
Support reactive and proactive telesales, trade counter, field sales and e-commerce from one integrated system. Merlin ensures your team can respond to every opportunity, through every channel.
Your Data, Your Way
Real-time dashboards and predefined reports embedded in the software give you insights to make informed business decisions and gain a full overview of your operations quickly.
Real-Time Audit & Traceability
Keep a complete audit trail of all system entries by user, depot, date and time. Management gains full traceability wherever discrepancies arise — with drill-down into every transaction.
Finance and Rebate Functionality
Keep your numbers tight with automated financial workflows. Our wholesale distribution ERP software includes rebate handling, electronic data interchange (EDI) and credit integration.
Web, Mobile and Ecommerce
Seamlessly integrate new or existing ecommerce channels with our cloud ERP to make the process from sale to picking and dispatch quick and easy.
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Centralise customer data and interactions with a CRM embedded in our comprehensive ERP for wholesale and distribution companies.
Third-Party Carrier Integration
Eliminate manual errors with carrier sync tools integrated into our wholesale distribution ERP.
What Merlin ERP Customers Are Saying
Whether you are a merchant, wholesaler or distributors, Merlin ERP has the industry-specific depth your operation requires..
“In 2022, we went on a journey with the Aptean routing and scheduling product. We installed their end-to-end system all the way from the start of the day to pushing drivers out the door. We’ve experienced a 10% increase in our efficiency measured by pallet footprint per route.”
Iain Ball, Network Designer Manager, Whistl
Unlock Measurable Advantages with Merlin ERP
From single-site independents to growing multi-branch distributors, wholesalers and merchants, Merlin ERP has the capability, flexibility and support infrastructure to move your business forward.