{"id":3468,"date":"2022-08-11T15:33:25","date_gmt":"2022-08-11T15:33:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.rithum.com\/blog\/uncategorized\/how-does-fulfillment-by-amazon-work-everything-you-need-to-know\/"},"modified":"2022-08-11T15:33:25","modified_gmt":"2022-08-11T15:33:25","slug":"how-does-fulfillment-by-amazon-work-everything-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rithum.com\/blog\/how-does-fulfillment-by-amazon-work-everything-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"How Does Fulfillment by Amazon Work? Everything You Need to Know."},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re going to outsource your fulfillment, Amazon is a pretty safe bet. The e-commerce giant has not only been around the block when it comes to navigating the challenges of fulfillment and last-mile delivery \u2014 it pioneered the fast, convenient shipping consumers now expect from every online retailer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2020, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sell.amazon.com\/blog\/grow-your-business\/amazon-stats-growth-and-sales\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nearly half<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of all American selling partners took advantage of Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA), through which Amazon stores, picks, packs and ships orders for sellers from fulfillment centers around the world, lowering shipping costs by 30%. What\u2019s more, Amazon even claims sellers can achieve a 20-25% increase in sales after adopting FBA.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So how does it work? And how can you join the many other Amazon sellers who take advantage of FBA?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How Fulfillment by Amazon Works<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In classic Amazon fashion, the marketplace giant has made onboarding with FBA super simple with four easy steps:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Create an account. <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/sellercentral.amazon.com\/gp\/ssof-invite\/join-fba-redirect.html\/?ref_=asus_fba_main_setup_i&amp;pf_rd_m=A2CA1KKALKCX2O&amp;pf_rd_s=top-6&amp;pf_rd_r=0CZYT68T4J27GPDDYVEB&amp;pf_rd_p=1294425882&amp;scInvite=Y&amp;pf_rd_t=101&amp;pf_rd_i=fba&amp;initialSessionID=apay%3D131-2827587-5756630&amp;ld=NSGoogle&amp;ldStackingCodes=NSGoogle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Set up your FBA<\/a> by <a href=\"https:\/\/sell.amazon.com\/sell.html?ref_=sdus_fba_start_sell\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">creating a seller account<\/a> (if you don\u2019t already have one) and logging in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Choose your products. <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/sell.amazon.com\/sell.html?ref_=sdus_fba_main_sell_ffl#adding-your-products\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Create your product listings<\/a> and specify which ones will be part of <a href=\"https:\/\/sellercentral.amazon.com\/gp\/help\/external\/200141220?ref_=sdus_fba_main_xscus_200141220&amp;initialSessionID=apay%3D131-2827587-5756630&amp;ld=NSGoogle&amp;ldStackingCodes=NSGoogle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FBA inventory<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prepare for shipping. <\/b>Prepare your products for safe transport to an Amazon fulfillment center, making sure to follow the company\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/sellercentral.amazon.com\/gp\/help\/external\/G201021850?ref_=sdus_fba_main_xscus_201021850&amp;initialSessionID=apay%3D131-2827587-5756630&amp;ld=NSGoogle&amp;ldStackingCodes=NSGoogle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">packaging guidelines<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/sellercentral.amazon.com\/gp\/help\/external\/200141510?ref_=sdus_fba_main_xscus_200141510&amp;initialSessionID=apay%3D131-2827587-5756630&amp;ld=NSGoogle&amp;ldStackingCodes=NSGoogle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">shipping and routing requirements<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ship to Amazon. <\/b>Print your Amazon shipment ID labels and <a href=\"https:\/\/sellercentral.amazon.com\/gp\/help\/external\/201021820?ref_=sdus_fba_main_xscus_201021820&amp;initialSessionID=apay%3D131-2827587-5756630&amp;ld=NSGoogle&amp;ldStackingCodes=NSGoogle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ship your products<\/a> to Amazon fulfillment centers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s it! Once Amazon receives your shipments, the items are available to buy. Need more help? <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sell.amazon.com\/fulfillment-by-amazon#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch this convenient video<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from Amazon to help you easily onboard to FBA.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How Much Does Fulfillment by Amazon Cost?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As usual, it depends. Amazon charges different amounts for FBA based on the product type and size. This manifests in six different types of fees, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Inventory storage fees<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> based on your daily average volume of inventory measured in cubic feet\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Long-term storage fees<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for all items stored in a fulfillment center for more than 365 days<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fulfillment fees<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for picking and packing your orders, shipping and handling, customer service and product returns\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Unplanned services fees<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when inventory arrives at a fulfillment center without proper preparation or labeling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Removal order fees<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for returning or disposing of your inventory in a fulfillment center<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Returns processing fees<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to provide customers with free return shipping<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not sure about the cost? Amazon offers a handy <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sellercentral.amazon.com\/hz\/fba\/profitabilitycalculator\/index?lang=en_US&amp;ref_=sdus_fba_main_xscus_fbacalc_2&amp;initialSessionID=apay%3D131-2827587-5756630&amp;ld=NSGoogle&amp;ldStackingCodes=NSGoogle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">revenue calculator<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help you estimate your FBA fees so you\u2019re aware up front.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>The Benefits of Fulfillment by Amazon<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t be discouraged by FBA fees. Fulfilling through Amazon means a number of worthwhile benefits that other sellers don\u2019t receive, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><b>Shipping Perks<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you fulfill with FBA, your products are automatically eligible for Amazon Prime free two-day shipping \u2014 a huge boost for winning the Buy Box. Even non-members receive the benefits of free shipping on eligible orders when you use FBA. Customers feel more confident when FBA listings are displayed with the Prime logo, meaning Amazon handles the packing, delivery, customer service and returns.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><b>Amazon-Led Customer Service and Returns<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No need to worry about cumbersome service inquiries or returns. FBA users have access to Amazon\u2019s global customer service network, meaning they can contact support via phone or email, day or night. Plus, Amazon\u2019s online returns center provides help pages and details so customers know exactly where to go. The best part? No additional fees! (Except for returns processing in certain categories.)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><b>Opportunities for Scale<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Going global? Amazon offers specialized services so you can expand your business to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sell.amazon.com\/fulfillment-by-amazon\/fba-international.html?ref_=sdus_fba_start_export#fba-export\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100+ countries<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with fast delivery in Prime-eligible <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sell.amazon.com\/fulfillment-by-amazon\/fba-international.html?ref_=sdus_fba_start_paneu#pan-eu\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">European countries<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as well. Plus, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sell.amazon.com\/fulfillment-by-amazon\/fba-subscribe-and-save.html?ref_=sdus_fba_start_sns\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subscribe &amp; Save<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> options encourage repeat customers, while <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sell.amazon.com\/fulfillment-by-amazon\/fba-multi-channel.html?ref_=sdus_fba_start_mcf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">multichannel fulfillment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> attracts shoppers from all your online properties.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><b>Cost-Effective Fulfillment<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FBA can be very cost effective, as you\u2019re only charged for the storage space you use and the orders Amazon fulfills. Plus, the cost of shipping is included in your fees. FBA also helps keep costs down for your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sell.amazon.com\/fulfillment-by-amazon\/fba-small-and-light.html?ref_=sdus_fba_start_snl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lightest and lowest<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cost products so you don\u2019t lose money.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Rithum Helps You Fulfill Amazon Customer Expectations<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have confidence in your FBA process with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rithum.com\/solutions\/shipping-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rithum Shipping Management<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> helping you:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sync inventory, orders and tracking with your Rithum account<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Track the status of your products in the FBA supply chain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chart and understand trends in the number of products and sales tied to FBA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quickly pinpoint inventory issues including excess, stranded and aged inventory<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forecast necessary inbound quantity and begin the inbound shipment request directly<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automatically adjust listings to seller-fulfilled when FBA goes out of stock<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rithum.com\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact our team today<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a demo of the Rithum platform and a look at how our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rithum.com\/services\/managed-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Managed Services<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can help you get started and continually optimize your FBA process.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>If you\u2019re going to outsource your fulfillment, Amazon is a pretty safe bet. 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