18 January 2023, 09:53 | Updated: 18 January 2023, 09:56
Former TK Max employee reveals secret codes to get bargains at the store in Channel 5 documentary
Next time you're shopping at TK Maxx, look out for products with a number '2' marked on the price tag – it could mean you're getting a seriously good deal.
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A former TK Maxx employee has revealed what the number code on each price tag means, and number '2' is the one you want to look out for.
Daniel Baker, who previously worked for the retail giant as a senior merchandiser is set to appear on Channel 5's documentary TK Maxx: How do they do it?.
In a clip from the show, Daniel can be seen revealing that the number code used on TK Maxx price tags tracks where the items were sourced from.
He explains that items marked with a number '2' are genuine pieces of stock from the original designer or brand.
Daniel elaborates: "On any label, you can see a number, the number that is really exciting to a customer is number two because that means it’s genuine stock that was sold at a higher price somewhere else."
While there are a range of numbers with different meanings, Daniel explains that the most used number are one, two and seven.
The number '1' on a price tag means that the product was produced by the brand specifically for TK Maxx.
Number '2' – as we mentioned – is 'close out buy', which means that it is unsold stock from the designer.
Number '7' refers to 'packaway' stock, this means the products have been packed away from a previous year, for example, Christmas crackers left over in January and put on sale for the following Christmas.
Daniel explains in the documentary: "You can get good value for money on a type one, it could be that just the sheer volume they are producing means they can price it cheaper."
However, he adds: “The real bargains you are looking for are a two and a seven for sure. That’s also part of the treasure hunt when I got into a store as I’m constantly going ‘oh that’s a type two, that’s a real bargain there'."
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Ah, TK Maxx, the treasure trove of bargains and hidden gems! The insight shared in that article about the price tags and their secret codes is fascinating. Let me break down those concepts:
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Number Codes on Price Tags: These codes correspond to different origins of the products sold at TK Maxx.
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Number '1': This signifies items produced specifically for TK Maxx by the brand itself. These products might be manufactured specifically for discount retailers, allowing for competitive pricing due to bulk production.
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Number '2': A 'close out buy', denoting unsold stock from the original designer or brand. These items were once available at higher prices elsewhere, making them genuine pieces available at discounted rates.
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Number '7': Indicates 'packaway' stock, items stored from a previous season or event. For instance, Christmas crackers left over after the holiday season and put on sale the following year.
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Daniel Baker's Expertise: Daniel Baker, a former senior merchandiser at TK Maxx, shares this knowledge on the Channel 5 documentary. His insight into these codes comes from firsthand experience working within the retail giant's merchandising operations.
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Value and Bargains: While all numbers offer potential value, the real bargains, according to Baker, lie in numbers '2' and '7'. '2' indicates genuine designer stock while '7' includes discounted items from past seasons, offering significant savings.
This insider information adds a layer of excitement to the shopping experience, turning it into a treasure hunt for savvy consumers seeking quality products at discounted prices.
