Unlock Amazon FBM’s Full Potential with a Trusted 3PL Partner
Fulfillment By Merchant (FBM) gives Amazon sellers great control and flexibility. To fully leverage these benefits and drive growth, smart logistics are essential. Partnering with a 3PL provider like JDM Logistics can turn FBM into a competitive edge, ensuring efficient and scalable operations that meet increasing demand.
What is Amazon Fulfilment By Merchant (FBM)?
With FBM, sellers manage the entire logistics process, including product storage, order packaging, direct shipping to customers, and all customer service aspects, including returns.
Why Opt for FBM Instead of FBA?
Choosing FBM is often a strategic choice focused on control and flexibility. It allows you to oversee your inventory, packaging, shipping operations whist maintaining full control over branding, and the customer experience. Leveraging FBM can also unify your logistics across multiple channels, fulfilling orders from your website, Amazon, and other platforms in one place. However, this independence may reduce your integration with Amazon's systems, potentially affecting your Prime eligibility and access to their global network that Fulfillment By Amazon (FBA) provides. That’s why when it comes to deciding on your approach to Amazon Fulfilment its important to consider the following:
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The Advantages
Complete Control: You manage inventory, packaging, branding (including custom packaging), shipping carriers, and the overall customer service experience.
Potentially Lower Costs: You can avoid Amazon's FBA fees, making it more cost-effective for larger, heavier, low-volume, or fragile items.
Better Profit Margins: Without FBA fees, you may achieve higher profit margins, especially if you have efficient in-house fulfilment or a cost-effective 3PL partner.
Inventory Flexibility: You can directly manage your stock levels and avoid Amazon's storage limits or long-term fees.
Multi-Channel Fulfillment: If self-managed or using a 3PL, you can fulfill orders from Amazon alongside those from your website or other marketplaces using the same inventory.
The Disadvantages
No Automatic Prime Eligibility: FBM products typically do not qualify for the Prime badge, which may reduce visibility and sales compared to FBA listings. (Note: Sellers can apply for Seller Fulfilled Prime (SFP), but it has strict performance requirements.)
Increased Workload: You are responsible for all fulfillment aspects, which can be time-consuming and require significant investment in storage, packaging, shipping software, and labor.
Higher Shipping Costs: Unless you have high shipping volumes, you might not secure the competitive rates that Amazon offers FBA sellers.
Customer Service Responsibility: All customer inquiries and returns are your responsibility, necessitating dedicated resources to maintain high satisfaction.
Scaling Challenges: Growing your business can be more difficult without Amazon's extensive fulfilment infrastructure, requiring significant investment and operational expertise.
Is Amazon FBM Right for Your Business?
Ultimately, choosing Fulfillment by Merchant (FBM) is about balancing control and convenience. It offers greater control over branding and inventory and can be more cost-effective for certain products, but it also comes with a significant workload and the loss of Prime eligibility. Many businesses find themselves at a crossroads, wanting the benefits of control without the operational burden, wishing for a third option.
Innovative 3PL Fulfillment Solutions to Optimize Your B2B Operations
When it comes to delivering high-volume orders safely and accurately, JDM Logistics has got your back! Our extensive experience in logistics, and meticulous approach to packing and shipping ensure a streamlined fulfillment process, making your fulfilment easy and reliable.
Here’s why JDM Logistics' 3pl fulfillment solutions are ideal for your B2B needs.
Comprehensive Experience
With years of industry experience, JDM Logistics excels in providing top-tier 3PL fulfillment services for B2B operations. Our comprehensive experience ensures that we understand the unique challenges of B2B logistics, allowing us to deliver efficient and reliable solutions tailored to your business needs.
Expertise in Complex Logistics
JDM Logistics specializes in managing complex logistics operations, making us the ideal partner for your 3PL fulfillment needs. Our expertise in handling intricate supply chains and large-scale distribution networks ensures that your B2B operations run smoothly and efficiently, no matter the complexity.
Tailored Fulfilment Services
At JDM Logistics, we offer tailored 3PL fulfillment services designed to meet the specific requirements of your B2B operations. Our customized solutions ensure that your logistics processes are optimized for maximum efficiency and reliability, helping your business thrive in both Ireland and the UK.
How Our 3pl Fulfillment Operations Enhance Your B2B Operations?
Custom Pallet Loading and Labelling
Attention to detail loading pallets and adhering to required labelling conventions is a must. We simplify the process and make sure your products arrive their stores by leveraging years of industry experience as a distributor in the UK and Ireland.
High Volume Order Management
Our legacy distributing high volume shipments across Ireland, the UK and Europe means your inventory is in experienced hands. We commit to helping you maintain good b2b relationships through reliable 3pl fulfillment solutions, making sure your orders are processed and delivered on time, no matter the size of your business.
Industry-Specific Requirements
Every industry has its own needs. Apparel storage? We’ve got pest control covered. Electronics? We'll use anti-static packaging. We meet these specific requirements to keep your products safe. Need climate control? Let’s talk about how we can help.
Geographic Considerations
Shipping locations can be tricky. We plan carefully for both domestic and international shipments, navigating customs, coordinating transport, and ensuring timely deliveries, even with potential delays.
Too Short on Time or Resources for FBM?
If FBA isn’t for you and you're managing fulfillment in-house, you likely face challenges like limited space, logistics management, and manpower issues. But there's a solution. Third-Party Logistics (3PL) providers can be cost effective alternatives to FBA or managing fulfilment in house. They help you grow by taking over your logistics operations without the hassle of having to rent a warehouse or hire extra staff to let you business grow.
Let JDM Logistics Handle Your 3PL Needs
Warehousing and Inventory Management
We offer secure storage facilities with advanced inventory management systems for real-time tracking and optimal security, ensuring your products are stored, tracked, and ready for dispatch.
Efficient Order Fulfillment
Our team of experts manage the entire order fulfillment process, from picking and packing to shipping. Our meticulous processes and trained staff ensure accuracy and care for both individual e-commerce orders and larger B2B shipments.
Optimized Shipping and Distribution
By partnering with leading couriers, we provide fast, reliable shipping services aimed at reducing your shipping costs while ensuring timely delivery, complete with real-time tracking for you and your customers.
Integrated E-commerce and B2B Solutions
JDM Logistics specializes in both e-commerce (D2C) and B2B fulfillment. We integrate with your sales channels to automate the order process for direct consumers and manage the unique demands of bulk orders, customized packaging, and specific delivery schedules for business clients.
Value-Added and Bespoke Services
In addition to core fulfillment, we offer services like RMA (Returns Merchandise Authorization) management for efficient returns processing. Additioanlly, we provide tailored solutions, including specialized packaging or unique delivery requirements to meet your specific business needs.
Leveraging Technology and Expertise
We employ cutting-edge tech and advanced analytical tools in our operations to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. This enables us to help you adapt to fluctuating demands and provide you with flexible solution that grows with your business while maintaining high service standards.
