The Largest Independent Packaging Organization in the U.S.

AFFLINK has added over $1 billion in top-line packaging revenue and now represents the largest community of independent packaging suppliers in North America. With 300+ distributors, 250+ world-class manufacturing partners, and 500K+ products, we give independent businesses the tools, technology, and buying power to compete and win.

$1B

in packaging top-line revenue added (2024–2026)

50%

of AFFLINK's total business is packaging

200

independent distributors in the community

250

manufacturing partners across packaging categories

500,000

products available via our Shopfront eMarketplace

Packaging Supply Chain Solutions Built for Independent Distributors

AFFLINK is the largest community of independent packaging suppliers in North America, a milestone backed by over $1 billion in top-line packaging revenue and 40+ years of supply chain leadership. We lead the charge on innovative procurement solutions, giving independent distributors and suppliers the tools, technology, and buying power to compete with the nationals.

Centralized Packaging Procurement with ShopFront™

With ShopFront™, our user-friendly e-commerce platform, you can effortlessly meet your packaging procurement needs. Enjoy centralized billing, consistent pricing, streamlined reporting, and dedicated specialists for each account to maintain the highest level of accuracy for a seamless member experience.

Automate Your Packaging Distribution Processes

Our proprietary technology provides automation solutions that streamline your sales and distribution processes. From customized weekly vendor-managed inventory programs to procurement lead time management, our products deliver a competitive edge through significant cost savings, increased efficiency, enhanced flexibility and accuracy, and more.

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National Packaging Organization. Local Service. Real Savings.

Experience the flexibility of local distribution with the speed and efficiency of a national scale. Our Strategic Accounts program combines field managers with marketing, customer service, and supplier teams, offering national customers savings through vendor reductions, product standardizations, and simplified ordering processes, as well as helping you expand your reach and break into new markets.

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Join the Largest Independent Packaging Community in the U.S.

By joining AFFLINK, you become part of the largest independent packaging organization in the U.S. and a community of innovators enhancing the industry's future. Our member-driven Packaging Advisory Council (PAC) gives distributors and suppliers a direct voice in shaping the program, so what we build reflects what the market actually needs. With 12+ new supplier additions over the past 24 months and counting, the community is growing, and so is the opportunity.

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Mitigate Packaging Supply Chain Disruption

As the largest community of distributors in North America, AFFLINK helps companies like yours mitigate the impact of supply chain disruption. Our comprehensive COOP strategies include risk assessments, contingency plans, and recovery procedures to ensure continuity, minimize downtime, and safeguard against potential disruptions.

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Expand Market Offerings

Through AFFLINK, you gain access to our additional product categories with well-established programs and suppliers, including janitorial and sanitation, food service, and healthcare, resulting in immediate opportunities to expand your market offerings.

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“Our investments in the people and programs needed to bring more packaging-focused Members and Suppliers into the organization continue to pay dividends for all parties involved.”

Michael Wilson, President & CEO, AFFLINK

Why Choose AFFLINK for Packaging?

AFFLINK is an independent community led by packaging specialists, built around the needs of the members and suppliers who make it up. Our Packaging Advisory Council (PAC) brings distributors and manufacturing partners together to guide program development, identify emerging opportunities, and shape the organization’s direction. That means what we build actually reflects what the market needs.

“The PAC group has been instrumental in building what we have today. Their contributions in supporting our vision of being that ‘Home of the Independent™’ have led to a Packaging division that now represents more than 50% of AFFLINK’s total business.” — Dave Lewis, Vice President of Packaging, AFFLINK

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of packaging products does AFFLINK carry?

AFFLINK’s community gives you access to more than 500,000 packaging products through the Shopfront. With 200+ preferred suppliers, our offerings span corrugated, flexible packaging, protective packaging, labels, and beyond, covering virtually every industrial packaging procurement need.

How does AFFLINK’s packaging organization compare to national distributors?

Unlike national distributors, AFFLINK is built on a model of independent packaging distributors, which means local expertise, faster response, and a member-driven approach to service. As the largest independent packaging group in the U.S., we combine the buying power of a national community with the agility of local relationships.

Can I access packaging procurement through the Shopfront platform?

Yes. Shopfront is AFFLINK’s proprietary procurement software and eMarketplace, providing members with streamlined access to supplier catalogs, pricing, and ordering in a single centralized platform. It’s designed to simplify packaging procurement and give businesses real-time visibility into their supply chain.

How do I become an AFFLINK packaging distributor member?

Joining the AFFLINK packaging distributor community starts with a conversation. Click “Become a Member” to connect with our team and learn how membership can expand your product access, strengthen your supplier relationships, and give you the competitive edge of a national organization.

What industries does AFFLINK serve for packaging solutions?

AFFLINK serves businesses across manufacturing, aerospace, healthcare, food service, and beyond. Our industrial packaging procurement solutions are designed for businesses of all sizes, including those with multiple locations, that need a reliable, scalable supply chain.