What Should Sellers Know About Walmart Fulfillment Services?

The DealNews Seller's Guide

It's easy to get started, and the program can be a good way to increase your sales without having to spend a fortune. We go over the benefits of WFS, what it costs, and who it's a good fit for.

Walmart Fulfillment Services is an emerging program offered by the nation's largest retailer. WFS provides affordable solutions to brands that rely on e-commerce to help their business flourish, and is also a viable option for brick-and-mortar businesses that want to tap into the world of online marketplaces.

We'll go over the important details of this program, and whether Walmart fulfillment might be a good option for your business.

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So why should you consider using WFS to bring your product to the online marketplace?

The program can potentially boost your sales, but it also offers an assortment of perks to Marketplace sellers, including customer service that entails packing, shipping, rapid delivery, and easy returns. You get straightforward pricing, plus user-friendly dashboards to track inventory, orders, and shipments. There are also built-in tools to help elevate search rankings for your products. Another perk is the dedicated call center support specialists to answer your questions or address your concerns, and finally, WFS offers detailed product listings to help increase conversions.

It's easy to get up and running with the platform. Once you're approved as a Marketplace seller, mail your inventory to a Walmart fulfillment center and their team will handle the rest. This allows you to focus on making sales and growing your business.

Now the benefits that WFS offers sellers may be appealing, but the competitive pricing structure also makes this service stand out.

There are no fees to get started with the program, and you won't be hit with monthly subscription dues to use the platform. Instead, sellers are assessed a fixed monthly storage rate, and the Walmart fulfillment price is based on shipping weight.

So who should use WFS, exactly?

WFS is ideal for independent sellers who offer products that are simple to pack and ship, and are seeking ways to increase their online sales without spending a fortune. It's also a good fit for e-commerce entities with high sales volumes who want to outsource the picking, packing, and shipping.

This low-cost solution can also help these brands identify even more prospective customers, increase brand awareness, and scale their business by attracting existing Walmart shoppers.

Are you interested in leveraging WFS to grow your business?

Prospective Walmart Marketplace sellers should ensure their products meet certain qualification criteria. Products must ship to Walmart fulfillment centers from a location within the United States, and no perishable or regulated items are allowed. Items must weigh no more than 30 pounds, too. Products also can't exceed dimensions of 25 inches by 20 inches by 14 inches.

Do you meet the eligibility guidelines and want to move forward? Then submit a request at marketplace.walmart.com/wfsinterest to learn more. A personal advisor will reach out to talk about the next steps and start the onboarding process if you're a good fit.

Already a seller on Walmart.com? Log in to your online Seller Center portal to request access to WFS. Note that approval is not guaranteed, though, as you still must meet the eligibility requirements.

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