The Accidental Facilities Manager
If you're an office manager, janitorial supplies probably aren't your main job. But when the toilet roll runs out or the hand soap dispenser is empty, it's your problem. This guide makes janitorial supplies ordering straightforward.
The Core List
Every office needs these janitorial supplies as a baseline:
Washroom Essentials
Kitchen and Breakroom
General Cleaning
How Much to Order
The Two-Week Rule
Keep enough janitorial supplies for at least two weeks of normal use. This gives you a buffer for:
Tracking Usage
For the first three months, note down when you reorder each item. This builds a usage pattern you can rely on for future ordering.
Choosing the Right Supplier
As an office manager, you want a janitorial supplies partner who makes your life easier, not harder:
What to Look For
What to Avoid
Setting Up a Cleaning Schedule
Having the right janitorial supplies is only useful if they're being used. A simple cleaning schedule ensures nothing gets missed:
Daily
Weekly
Monthly
Making It Hassle-Free
The easiest approach to janitorial supplies is setting up a standing order with a local supplier. Agree a regular delivery—say monthly—covering your core items. Then you only need to make ad-hoc orders for occasional extras.
At Doves Hygiene Services, we set up plenty of offices across Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire with exactly this kind of arrangement. One call to 01480 210999 and we'll sort your janitorial supplies out properly.