How does Jack In The Box terminate a supplier as an approved supplier?
Jack_In_The_Box Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Termination of a supplier as an approved supplier occurs by written notice to the supplier. If a supplier is no longer approved, we will notify all approved distributors and may notify individual franchisees. Upon receipt of written notice of a revocation of approval, you must stop selling any unapproved products, and stop buying from the unapproved supplier. The company will determine an appropriate supplier and/or product replacement for you.
Source: Item 8 — RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (FDD pages 41–46)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Jack In The Box's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the termination of a supplier as an approved supplier occurs through written notice from Jack In The Box to the supplier. If a supplier loses its approved status, Jack In The Box will inform all approved distributors and may also notify individual franchisees directly.
Upon receiving written notice that a supplier's approval has been revoked, franchisees must immediately cease selling any products from the unapproved supplier and discontinue purchasing from them. Jack In The Box will then identify an appropriate replacement supplier or product for the franchisee to use.
This process ensures that Jack In The Box maintains control over its supply chain and product quality. It also means that franchisees are dependent on Jack In The Box for sourcing decisions and must adhere to the approved supplier list. This requirement is important for maintaining brand consistency and quality control across all Jack In The Box locations.