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MonotaRO Revamps Services for Enterprises

MonotaRO, a leading online supplier of industrial goods in Japan, has announced a significant overhaul of its purchasing management system tailored for mid-sized and large enterprises. The company, headquartered in Osaka and led by CEO Sakuya Tamura, will henceforth refer to its services under this category as "Enterprise MonotaRO."

What is Enterprise MonotaRO?

Enterprise MonotaRO is designed to meet the needs of companies with multiple departments or locations, which require enhanced governance in procurement and process reforms. The service addresses common challenges faced in indirect materials procurement, such as managing approval flows and controlling expenditures across different organizational units.

Background for the Revamp

In today's business landscape, organizations are grappling not only with cost reduction and operational efficiency but also with the necessity of data visualization to strengthen governance. MonotaRO has previously offered diverse collaborative solutions to its customers, leading to over 5,900 partner companies. By 2025, MonotaRO forecasts a revenue of ¥100 billion, which will account for more than 30% of its total sales, cementing this service as a key growth driver.

Taking this evolution into account, the company has redefined its service structure as Enterprise MonotaRO. This strategic shift aims to streamline the entire process from consideration to implementation, thereby assisting enterprises in their digital transformation (DX) for procurement. The rebranding clarifies service distinctions for clients, making it easier for them to select a solution that fits their organization’s structure.

The Offerings of Enterprise MonotaRO

Enterprise MonotaRO encompasses two core solutions to comprehensively address the purchasing challenges of organizations:

1. MonotaRO PunchOut: This solution seamlessly integrates MonotaRO with existing procurement management systems. By simply connecting the two, companies can consolidate their indirect materials purchasing and significantly reduce management workload.

2. MonotaRO ONE SOURCE Lite: Designed for clients lacking a comprehensive procurement management system, this solution enables efficient procurement visibility and management with zero implementation or operational costs for a swift setup period of just two weeks. This facilitates the unification of procurement methods across various locations and work sites, addressing common challenges faced by large corporations and ultimately reducing operational costs.

New Logo Design

Accompanying the service overhaul is a fresh logo design that reflects MonotaRO's trusted and friendly brand essence. The new design maintains coherence, showcasing solidity and reliability through its color scheme, shape, and intricate details. This unified visual branding effectively conveys the consistent value offered by the Enterprise MonotaRO division.

Future Outlook

MonotaRO strives to create time value for organizations by providing an extensive product range of over 28.85 million items and systems that guide businesses towards optimal practices. From initial discussions to implementation, the company is committed to walking alongside its clients in addressing their challenges throughout every facet of their operations.

As industries face increasingly complex issues like labor shortages, MonotaRO aims to facilitate 'work efficiency' experiences through its services. Ultimately, this will generate more 'usable time' for clients, allowing them to focus on their creative tasks and accelerate innovation across various sectors.

About MonotaRO Co., Ltd.

Headquartered in Osaka and represented by CEO Sakuya Tamura, MonotaRO boasts an impressive inventory of around 28.85 million indirect material items as of December 2025, catering to a variety of needs from industrial tools to office supplies. By also offering low-frequency purchase goods, MonotaRO ensures customers can find unique products that may not be available elsewhere, thereby enhancing their shopping experience. The company is dedicated to transforming procurement networks to enhance client productivity and continues to strive for higher levels of service.

Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange's Prime Market, MonotaRO had amassed over 11.26 million registered users as of December 2025, with total consolidated sales amounting to ¥333.8 billion. Its customer base spans various industries, including manufacturing, automotive, construction, food service, healthcare, and education. The term "indirect materials" refers to all supplies needed in a business environment that are not direct materials for final products, ranging from industrial tools to packaging, maintenance, cleaning, safety, and office supplies.