As more individuals prioritise preventative health measures, the demand for vitamins and supplements surges, with online retailers witnessing impressive revenue growth. According to IBISWorld, revenue is expected to grow steadily at an average rate of 13.4% each year, reaching a total of £1.4 billion over the next five years until 2023-24. Specifically, they foresee a growth of 3.8% in the year 2023-24. During that particular year, the vitamins and supplements companies anticipates having an average profit margin of 11.8%.
However, rising market size leads to more competition. Customers now have practically endless on-demand vitamin and supplement options. If you want to capture their attention and loyalty, you must go above and beyond their expectations.
Vitamin & Supplement Fulfilment
With the global shift to online shopping, supplement and vitamin fulfilment has surpassed traditional brick-and-mortar retail. The emergence of innovative customer supply models, including online subscriptions, delivery services, and package and bundle discounts, will require accurate and efficient fulfilment services.
Vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements are perishable and require expert knowledge and management. Monitoring storage conditions and batches with full traceability is critical. Effective stock rotation, storage and inventory management, warehousing, and other procedures ensure that customers always receive accurate products.
What we offer
Finding a reputable, reliable, and experienced 3PL partner who knows the complexities of vitamin & supplement warehousing and fulfilment might be challenging. At I-Fulfilment, we have excellent processes and systems in place to streamline logistics for your eCommerce business.
Secure and clean storage space
Unlike pharmaceuticals, most vitamins and supplements do not require FDA or DEA certification to manage the product, and facilities should be pest-free, have well-maintained processes and procedures, and have safety measures. We ensure that your vitamins and supplements products are stored safely and cleanly, adhering to strict security measures and standards. Our storage facilities are designed to preserve the quality and integrity of your products.
Scalable fulfillment options
We’ve invested in our fulfillment center infrastructure to ensure we can grow with our customers. Whether your business experiences sudden spikes in demand or gradual growth, our fulfillment services can adapt to your needs. Our solutions are flexible, and you can scale up or down according to the volume of orders, ensuring efficient order processing at all times.
Robust stock management
Effective stock management is crucial for maintaining optimal inventory levels and preventing stockouts or overstock situations. Our advanced systems BladePRO, enable accurate tracking and management of your inventory, providing real-time insights into stock levels and movement so you can keep track of orders from anywhere in the world at any time.
Bespoke packaging options
We understand the importance of product presentation in a way that reflects your brand identity and ensures safe delivery to your customers. Our bespoke packaging options allow you to customise the packaging materials and design according to your brand preferences, enhancing the unboxing experience for your customers.
Fast pick and pack for next-day delivery
In today’s fast-paced eCommerce environment, speedy order fulfillment is essential for meeting customer expectations. Our efficient pick-and-pack operations ensure that orders are processed swiftly, enabling next-day delivery for your customers and enhancing satisfaction and loyalty. To ensure the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of our delivery services, we have established partnerships with leading carriers in the industry.
Lot control and expiration tracking
We provide sophisticated lot control and expiration tracking to guarantee the supplement lifecycle is correctly managed. Businesses should search for a fulfilment provider that uses lot control and tracking to monitor every lot number that enters and exits the warehouse, all the way to when it is delivered to the customer. In this manner, if vitamins and supplements are returned or there is a product recall, the lot number makes it simple to recall and return to the fulfilment company.
Returns management
Dealing with product returns can be a challenging aspect of eCommerce operations. We offer comprehensive returns management services to handle returns efficiently, processing them quickly and ensuring seamless integration with your inventory system to maintain accurate stock levels.
Supplements and Vitamins Fulfilment Solutions We Provide
We understand the challenges of managing inventory, processing orders, and ensuring timely delivery, which is why we’re here to support you, providing a comprehensive suite of services to elevate your supplement and vitamin business.
Sports Supplements
Our fulfilment services for sports supplements are tailored to support the growth of your business. From managing inventory levels to picking, packing, and shipping orders, we handle the logistics efficiently and accurately. Our advanced tracking systems ensure real-time visibility into order status, allowing you to monitor shipments and provide excellent customer service.
Dietary Supplements
With our expertise in logistics, we streamline the fulfillment process for dietary supplements, ensuring that your customers receive their orders on time, every time. Our fulfilment facilities are equipped to handle a wide range of product types, whether capsules, tablets, powders or liquids, with precision and care.
We offer flexible shipping options to accommodate varying customer preferences, whether it’s standard delivery, express shipping, or international orders.
Multivitamins
Simplify the distribution of multivitamins with our end-to-end fulfilment solutions. Our dedicated team meticulously manages inventory levels, replenishing stock as needed to prevent shortages.
By optimising order processing workflows, we minimise turnaround times and maximise efficiency, ensuring that your customers receive their multivitamins promptly.
Herbs & Oils
From sourcing to storage to shipping, we take care of every aspect of fulfilment for herbs and oils. Our climate-controlled warehouse facilities ensure that temperature-sensitive products are stored within optimal conditions, preserving their quality and efficacy.
Whether it’s domestic distribution or international shipping, we handle logistics with precision and attention to detail, allowing you to build a loyal customer base and grow your business with ease.
Why Partner with I-Fulfilment for Your Supplement & Vitamin Fulfilment?
We reduce the complexities that come with fulfilment by seamlessly integrating with the health and wellness industry’s most popular sales platforms and marketplaces. We accomplish this by combining cutting-edge technology with people who care to create a more productive, fulfilling network.
We also allow you to monitor every stage of the fulfilment process in real-time through BladePRO. Our user-friendly platform enables you to track your products, handle transactions, monitor sales and listings by channel, conduct quality check inventory, and keep track of expenses. We provide complete visibility of your important stock at all stages of its lifecycle.
Unlock global growth with confidence – choose us as your partner for seamless expansion and connect effortlessly with a worldwide audience. Explore our comprehensive solutions today!
Shipping vitamins and supplements FAQs
Can supplements be shipped internationally?
There are no restrictions with vitamins and supplements sent for personal use as long as they do not contain any prohibited additives. However, reviewing the regulations and laws specific to the destination country is essential. Each country has its own set of rules and governing bodies overseeing shipping procedures.
Do you need a license to sell supplements online?
In the United Kingdom, most products are described as food supplements and are regulated and subject to the provisions of Food Agency Standards, including the Food Safety Act. If you sell food supplements, you must register as a Food Business Operator (FBO) with your local authority.
Is it legal to sell supplements online?
Yes, it is legal to sell supplements online, but there are important regulations that must be followed to ensure you are selling dietary supplement products legally and safely.