What exactly is Marden’s? Marden’s is a family-owned chain of 13 retail stores located throughout the state of Maine. Marden’s locates and purchases overstocks, closeouts, insurance losses, liquidations, salvage deals, discontinued items, and other deals across the country and sells them at discounted prices.
Where are all the Marden’s located? All 13 Marden’s stores are located in Maine. We are located in Biddeford, Sanford, Scarborough, Gray, Lewiston, Waterville, Brewer, Lincoln, Calais, Houlton, Ellsworth, Presque Isle, and Madawaska.
Why did the Rumford Marden's close? After exhausting all efforts to resolve ongoing serious facility safety issues with the landlord, Marden’s made the very difficult decision to close the Rumford store.All impacted employees were offered the option to transfer to other Marden’s locations. Employees who did not wish to transfer were provided a separation package based on their years of service.“This was an extremely difficult decision, however, the safety of our employees and customers is our #1 concern. In our nearly 60 years, we have never closed a store. While 2022 was a very successful year company-wide, our hands were tied by the landlord’s inaction on dealing with ongoing major safety concerns. We would welcome the opportunity to return to the Rumford area in the future if a suitable retail location can be found.”– The Marden Family
Is Marden's currently hiring? With 13 unique locations throughout the state, we may often have various openings available. Please check out our current openings here: see jobsMarden’s is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against people on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical handicap in hiring, employment, benefits, or advancement opportunities.Marden’s is a locally owned and operated Maine retailer with 13 unique locations throughout the state. We work much like a close-knit family–because we are one!–with several Marden’s generations involved in the daily business. Our employees often stay with us for many years and build great careers at Marden’s, with lots of opportunities to grow into new positions.Marden’s offers a friendly work environment, employee discounts, full-time health benefits, paid vacation, retirement programs, a flexible work schedule with family-friendly hours, and more!
Does Marden’s offer gift cards? Yes, gift cards are available at all locations in any desired denomination. Gift cards can also be purchased securely online using our PayPal checkout. All gift cards are physical gift cards that will be mailed out by First Class Mail, with delivery expected 7-10 days from purchase. We do not offer electronic gift cards.
How does Marden’s acquire the merchandise it sells? The buyers for Marden’s search the country for deals that come from insurance losses, closeouts, overstocks, discontinued items, factory seconds, and salvage items from natural disasters. Our buyers bid on each stock in a sealed bid process similar to a silent auction, and if the bid is won the merchandise is shipped to our warehouses or sometimes directly to our stores.
Do all the locations have the same items? Simply put, no. If you’ve had a chance to visit even a few of our stores, you’ve probably seen how different they are in terms of layout and offerings. We think of our stores as children in a family- they are all unique and some are a little bit (or a lot) different from another, but we love them all! Some locations may receive more or less of an item, or not receive an item at all depending on what sells best at each location or the quantity purchased.
Which store locations are full-service stores? We do our best to have a good offering of all the products we carry in all of our stores with the below noted exceptions:Gray Marden’s has a limited offering of furniture and flooring due to size.Biddeford, Gray, and Lincoln Marden’s don’t handle fabric.
How often does Marden’s get new items? Each store’s inventory changes daily and new shipments come several times each week.
Is everything in the store damaged? Absolutely not. Marden’s gets most of its merchandise direct from the manufacturer by purchasing prior years models, overstocks, insurance losses, closeouts, and discontinued items. Although some items may have slight damage, the only thing substandard is our price. Unless specifically noted at time of sale, Marden’s has a 30 day “No Fuss” money-back guarantee with original receipt.
What is Marden’s return policy? Unless specifically noted at time of sale, Marden’s has a 30 day “No Fuss” money-back guarantee, providing the customer has the original receipt. In the event that the customer does not have the original receipt, Marden’s may issue a Merchandise Credit in the amount of Marden’s current price. Merchandise Return Credits are not transferable. All merchandise must be returned in its original condition. Shoes MUST be returned unworn! Refunds on purchases paid by check will not be made until the check has cleared the bank.
If I’m from an area that doesn’t pay sales tax and I shop at Marden’s, do I still have to pay Maine’s sales tax? All customers, regardless of where they reside, are required to pay sales tax on items deemed taxable by the Maine Department of Revenue. Purchases for re-sale, purchases by exempt organizations and goods shipped out of state by Common Carrier may be exempt from sales tax. The customer is advised to contact the Marden’s Store Manager for rules and regulations.
What is Marden’s check cashing policy? Generally speaking, Marden’s is pleased to accept personal checks for the exact amount of the purchase. To pay by check, one is required to: Make the check payable to Marden’s, show a picture ID such as a valid driver’s license or state issued ID, and present a check that has been imprinted by a bank with the customer’s name. Marden’s reserves the right to assess a service charge and to electronically present a check for payment should the check be dishonored.
What is your exchange rate if I want to use Canadian currency to make my purchase? It is Marden’s policy to apply the prevailing rate as set by our local financial institutions on purchases made with Canadian currency.
Does Marden’s ship its merchandise to the customer? Since Marden’s has a cash and carry policy, it does not ship to customers. When reasonable, the customer, at their expense, may arrange to have their purchase shipped.
Does Marden’s do any charitable donating? Yes, we do! Our roots are in Maine and we participate in community events and charitable giving as both a company and individuals throughout the state. Read more about our Community Involvement.Please read our Donation Philosophy for a full explanation.
Does Governor LePage own, or have any stake in Marden’s? No. Marden’s is wholly owned by the Marden family. Governor LePage worked for the Marden family as the GM of Marden’s from 1996 through 2010. He never did, and does not now, own any part of the company.
Does Mardens have a weekly flyer? We don’t have a weekly flyer. We’ve found that many of our best items aren’t in large enough quantities to advertise or that they are brands that we’re restricted from advertising. Marden’s is unlike any other local retailer in that we don’t re-order goods to re-stock our shelves. Our products are ever-changing, and the best way to see what we have is to make a trip into the store. What we have available in-store is always different. Keep in mind, what is here today could be gone tomorrow. You don’t want to get caught saying… “I should have bought it when I saw it, at Marden’s!”
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