Central Purchasing Services

Central Purchasing Services Group is leading the way for independent retailers to purchase with power via their trusted brands, TradeSmart, CPS Central Purchasing Services and Paint Place. Our network of 392 suppliers, provides preferential pricing for goods to 353 nation-wide members in the hardware, building supplies, industrial, paint, rural and timber industries. Founded in 1980 as a purchasing arm for a group of Western Australian rural co-operatives, Central Purchasing Services Group has grown and strengthened their position in the sector Australian-wide through sharing their expertise, their purchasing power, knowledge and uniting to help independent retailers grow and thrive. Central Purchasing Services is also home to Makit Hardware, supporting the independent operators with quality product, service, suppliers and robust pricing. And supporting these family run businesses to deliver a lucrative level playing field, whilst still fostering strong relationships with their community of customers.