Pricing
While there are several different fulfillment pricing models, there are many common costs across third party logistics (“3PL”) services provider. Here are some of the expenses you may encounter when working with a 3PL and what to know before you sign an agreement.
| Onboarding costs | Costs to get 3PL fulfillment services and tech up and running. |
| Inventory receiving costs | The acceptance and storage of incoming inventory. Different 3PLs charge for receiving in different ways, including per-unit, per-pallet, flat rates, or per-hour. |
| Inventory storage costs | When you store your inventory at a 3PL’s fulfillment centre, you will be charged for storage space. 3PL warehousing fees can range from per-SKU or per-unit storage to a fixed fee for each bin, shelf, or pallet used. |
| Order pick and pack costs | Normally 3PLs charge on a per-pick basis, meaning you pay a fee for each item included in an order. |
| Packaging costs | Some 3PLs will charge for packing materials such as boxes and airfill as a separate line item, while others include them as part of their fulfillment services. |
| Kitting costs | Kitting and assembly refers to any unique accommodations for the way in which items are arranged or packed before shipping. Because this service is so specific to each client, kitting fees can vary. |
| Shipping costs | The amount a 3PL charges to ship an order from their fulfillment centre to your customer’s doorstep. Shipping costs take a variety of factors into account, including shipping speed, shipping zones, and dimensional weight. |
Since there is no one-size-fits-all fulfillment solution, there is no one pricing model that fits all businesses. However, that doesn’t mean you should be left in the dark on how much you’ll be paying for fulfillment costs when partnering with a 3PL. Unlike many 3PLs, Hello3PL offers transparent, custom pricing with no hidden fees. Our pricing model is reflective of a total fulfillment cost for direct-to-consumer fulfillment, so you’ll know exactly what your costs will be.
Below is a breakdown of the standard fees.
| Receiving | Flat rate | $40 for the first two hours ($50/man hour after the first two hours) |
| Storage | Monthly charge | $40 per pallet/month, $10 per shelf/month, $5 per bin/month |
| Pick and pack | Included in the cost | $0.50 per pick |
| Standard packing | Included in the cost | At cost plain boxes, mailers, tape, and dunnage used to pack orders |
| Shipping | Specific to the order | Varies based on destination, weight, dimensions, shipping service, and more |
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