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Streamline Consumer Packaged Goods<\/mark> Fulfilment With ShipBob\u2019s 3PL Network and Smart Tech<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

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What consumer packaged goods brands need from a fulfilment partner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

From food and beverage startups to growing supplement lines, CPG brands juggle dense products, shelf-life constraints, and fast-changing demand. Here\u2019s what to look for in a fulfilment partner that keeps costs down, quality up, and every SKU moving smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reduce shipping costs for dense products<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dense items like beverages or supplements can be costly to ship from a single warehouse. Choose a 3PL that enables inventory distribution across multiple U.S. regions \u2013 a multi-node approach that helps keep shipping costs manageable as you scale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unified DTC, marketplace, and retail fulfilment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re managing DTC ecommerce orders alongside retailer purchase orders, it can be hard to keep track of which inventory has been sold (which can lead to overselling). Look for a partner whose platform unifies every channel, including EDI workflows for major U.S. retailers, so you can fulfil all orders from one pool of inventory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protecting product quality and shelf life<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Food, beverage, and supplement lines often require temperature-controlled storage, lot tracking, and FEFO (First Expired, First Out) inventory management to maintain freshness. Partner with a 3PL that offers facilities that are temperature-controlled, GMP-certified, or GFSI-certified to keep each batch traceable and ready to ship at peak quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preventing stockouts for variant-rich catalogues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Having dozens of flavours or pack sizes can make forecasting a challenge. Look for a fulfilment provider that offers the SKU-level analytics and inventory visibility needed to prevent stockouts and effectively manage inventory across channels during demand spikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Subscription and bundle management made simple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Subscription pauses, swaps, and mixed bundles can disrupt inventory counts and slow picking and packing. Look for native subscription integrations and virtual bundles that update SKU-level inventory in real time to keep fulfilment efficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scaling for viral spikes and retail launches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An influencer shout-out or new retail partnership can send daily orders soaring overnight. Choose a nationwide fulfilment network that can flex storage capacity and support B2B workflows on demand, helping you handle sudden surges without investing in more warehouse infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob\u2019s fulfilment solutions that consumer packaged goods brands care about<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob helps CPG brands scale without compromise \u2014 delivering fast, accurate, and cost-efficient fulfilment built for omnichannel growth. With distributed inventory, lot tracking, and real-time SKU intelligence, we make it easy to stay in stock and on schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Distributed inventory strategy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob enables brands to store inventory across multiple fulfilment centres throughout the U.S. with the Inventory Placement Program<\/a>, so your CPG brand can ship from locations closer to customers. By reducing your average shipping zone, you can significantly lower shipping costs, especially for heavier or denser products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With ShipBob\u2019s intuitive platform, you can easily manage inventory distribution and gain real-time visibility into stock levels, so you can deliver orders quickly and affordably as your business grows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unified omnichannel fulfilment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob\u2019s platform seamlessly connects your DTC, marketplace, and retail channels, allowing you to manage all orders from a single inventory pool. With built-in U.S. EDI support for retail dropshipping and retail distribution, you can fulfil single-unit and bulk retailer orders from one system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This unified approach streamlines operations and empowers your brand to scale across every channel with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lot tracking and FIFO inventory management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob\u2019s fulfilment network supports lot tracking with FEFO logic, giving you visibility into which lot codes are used on each order and into inventory movement and expiration dates (which are essential for managing consumable goods that require quality control).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This level of control helps brands deliver products at peak quality, batch after batch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SKU-level inventory intelligence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob empowers brands with analytics and automated tools to manage even the most complex, variant-rich product catalogues. With real-time inventory reports, replenishment recommendations, and customisable reorder alerts at the SKU level, you gain the visibility and control needed to keep every flavour, size, or style in stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our platform\u2019s insights help you anticipate demand shifts and streamline replenishment, so you can confidently support growth and scaling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Native subscriptions and bundles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob enables brands to offer flexible subscription options and dynamic product bundles without the endless manual workarounds. With seamless integrations (such as Ordergroove and Recharge) and an intuitive dashboard, you can easily set up recurring orders and create virtual bundles that are automatically picked and packed from individual SKUs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every order combination is fulfilled accurately, inventory levels are updated in real time, and your packing process stays efficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Omnichannel B2B fulfilment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob empowers brands to scale seamlessly into retail and wholesale channels with a robust B2B fulfilment solution. Our platform supports U.S. EDI-compliant retail distribution, automates order management, and ensures B2B shipments meet each retailer\u2019s unique requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a network of fulfilment centres and real-time visibility into inventory and order status, ShipBob enables you to fulfil large, complex B2B orders quickly and accurately. This approach helps you build strong retail partnerships and unlock new growth opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types of consumer packaged goods products that companies fulfil with ShipBob<\/h2>\n\n\n\n