How to outsource your order fulfilment in Europe

So, you’re ready to take on the EU market and get those orders flying out the door? We like your style! Expanding into Europe doesn’t need to be the logistical nightmare some make it out to be. In fact, it can be as smooth as that first sip of morning coffee - when you know how to do it right (spoiler: we do).

Let’s clear up how you can outsource your fulfilment in Europe, with a bit of wit, warmth, and the know-how that only comes from experience.

What’s the big deal about outsourcing fulfilment in Europe?

Outsourcing fulfilment into Europe isn’t just about fancy new markets; it's about slicing through those cross-border shipping costs, increasing your operational efficiency, and expanding your customer base without all the hassle. Here’s why it’s a good idea:

1. Slash your shipping costs: Shipping from the UK to EU customers? Well, let's just say your wallet might feel that. But when you have your stock already sitting in a shiny EU fulfilment centre, it’s like waving a magic wand over your shipping fees—they shrink. Whether you’ve got loyal customers in Germany or shoppers across the Benelux, local fulfilment cuts your costs and delivers faster.
2. New markets, new fans: If growth is your game, stepping into the EU means a whole new batch of potential customers. Why stick to one market when you can share your brand with millions more? With EU fulfilment, you're not just knocking on new doors; you’re practically rolling out the welcome mat for new sales opportunities.
3. Focus on what you love (and let us handle the rest): By outsourcing fulfilment, you’re freeing up precious time to focus on your real passion - whether that’s marketing, product development, or taking well-deserved breaks. Leave the logistics to us, and you can concentrate on making your business even better.

fulfilmentcrowd's EU fulfilment centres

Lucky for you, we’ve got five fulfilment centres dotted across Europe, perfectly primed to deliver your products to EU customers faster than you can say “Brexit paperwork.” 

• Leipzip, Germany: Situated right at the intersection of the A9 and A14 freeways, Leipzig provides exceptional connectivity, making it an ideal hub for fast and efficient transportation across the region.
• Bocholt, Germany: A high-volume centre handle both B2C and wholesale orders, offering same-day dispatch right up until 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Talk about keeping customers happy!
• Aalten, Netherlands: The hub for Benelux countries and Bocholt's sister site, located on the German border.
• Born, Netherlands: Sandwiched between Belgium and Germany. The site is equipped with 30 dock loaders for concurrent management of containers (inland terminal is 200 metres away) and offers 25,000 m2 of high-quality storage and fulfilment space for high-growth omnichannel customers. 
• Lieusaint, France: Located adjacent to the N6 in Ile de France, south east of Paris.The site offers a flexible intermodal solution with cost-effective inward flow of goods through air, sea and land transport links.

Outsourcing to the EU: Easy as 1, 2…

Wondering what you need to get started? Don’t sweat it. Here’s the cheat sheet for making it all happen:

1. VAT number: You’ll need a VAT number in the country where you’re outsourcing (e.g., Germany if you’re using our Bocholt centre). Need help? We can refer you to a partner who makes this as painless as possible.
2. EORI number: It’s your ID when dealing with customs. You’ll need it to trade within the EU, so this one’s a must.

That’s it! Once you're set with those, you're ready to start your global expansion and let your business take off.

Why fulfilmentcrowd?

With fulfilmentcrowd, you’re not just getting a logistics partner - you’re getting a whole team of experts ready to support your expansion dreams. Whether you’re looking to grow across Europe, USA or beyond, we’re here to help you make it happen.

Why not explore our network of fulfilment centres today? Let's get your business ready to conquer new markets - because with us, growth is just the beginning. It’s time to go global. View our warehouse location.