September 22, 2022
After working with Fulfill.com, Bear Balanced was able to save 30% in fulfillment fees and condense its fulfillment search time to 3 days
3PL Finder Matchmaking Service
Growing Consumer Packaged Goods Company
In the dynamic world of e-commerce, efficient logistics and supply chain management are critical for success. For Bear Balanced, a growing consumer packaged goods (CPG) company, the need to optimize their third-party logistics (3PL) was paramount.
But finding the right partner can be a daunting task. This is where Fulfill.com stepped in, connecting Bear Balanced with a superior 3PL partner, Manifest, and dramatically enhancing their operations.
Bear Balanced, under the careful stewardship of owner Dylan Menter, had been in search of a new 3PL partner.
The perfect companion would be able to fulfill their duties in an organized and efficient way, and also share the same enthusiasm for making environmentally-friendly decisions.
The search had been exhausting and fraught with potential pitfalls, including a near miss with a costly decision that would have negatively impacted the company.
Like many businesses in the e-commerce space, Bear Balanced growth was accompanied by increasing logistical complexities.
The company needed a 3PL partner who could provide real-time communication, streamline their warehousing and fulfillment costs, and had specific expertise in shipping consumer packaged goods.
Moreover, given the company's eco-friendly ethos, a partner committed to sustainability was also a requirement.
This comprehensive list of needs made the search for the right 3PL partner a significant challenge.
The game-changing moment came when Dylan Menter listened to a Practical eCommerce podcast where Joe Spisak, the CEO of Fulfill.com, was a guest. Spisak's insights into the world of 3PL and the services offered by his company sparked Menter's interest, leading him to reach out to Fulfill.com for their free 3PL Finder service.
Fulfill.com's 3PL Finder service uses a proprietary matchmaking algorithm to pair businesses with the right logistics partners. The team at Fulfill worked closely with Menter, and within just three days, they were able to present him with an ideal match for Bear Balanced - Manifest.
Manifest was not just any 3PL partner. They were a partner that offered a 30% reduction in warehousing and fulfillment costs, real-time communication with the pick and pack team, and a niche specialization in shipping CPG companies.
Most importantly, Manifest's eco-friendly practices aligned perfectly with the sustainability values of Bear Balanced.
If you want to hear more about Manifest you should check out the YouTube video we created with them below:
The partnership between Bear Balanced and Manifest, facilitated by the Fulfill logistics experts, proved to be incredibly fruitful.
The new 3PL partner offered a cheaper, faster, and overall higher quality fulfillment service.
Menter was able to save "At least 30% in fulfillment fees and a whole crap ton of time and energy".
The real-time communication provided by Manifest meant that Bear Balanced could remain agile, adapting to changing demands swiftly.
This case study is a testament to the power of the right 3PL partnership in transforming a business's logistical operations.
It also underlines the value that a service like Fulfill.com's 3PL Finder can bring to the table.
For Bear Balanced, the journey from grappling with the challenge of finding the right 3PL partner to enjoying streamlined, cost-effective, and eco-friendly operations with Manifest has been a truly transformative one.
The story of Bear Balanced serves as a beacon for other growing e-commerce businesses, illuminating the path to operational efficiency and growth through strategic partnerships.
The success of Bear Balanced partnership with Manifest, facilitated by Fulfill.com, underscores the importance of finding the right 3PL partner. A few key takeaways from this case study include:
By making the strategic decision to engage Fulfill.com's services and partnering with Manifest, Bear Balanced has not only optimized their logistics and supply chain management but also reinforced their commitment to sustainability.
It's a winning formula that more e-commerce businesses would do well to emulate.
Navigating the world of 3PL can be a daunting task, especially when your business's growth and efficiency are at stake.
If you've ever faced a "bad 3PL" problem, you know how critical it is to find the right partner. Fulfill.com is THE solution to this challenge.
With over 600 vetted 3PLs in our network, Fulfill.com uses a unique matchmaking process to connect you with the best fulfillment centers in your niche.
Whether you're a global brand or just starting out on your eCommerce journey, Fulfill.com's process makes it efficient and reliable to find the fulfillment centers you need to scale.
Their service isn't just about matching you with any 3PL; it's about understanding your specific fulfillment needs and then introducing you to the fulfillment centers best positioned to meet them.
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So, are you ready to streamline your logistics and boost your efficiency? If the answer is yes, it's time to take action. Request your custom warehousing search today.
Fulfill.com will find the best 3PLs for you, for free. It's your turn to enjoy the benefits of an ideal 3PL partnership, just like Bear Balanced did. Let the Fulfill matchmaking team guide your journey to logistics success.
