How do e-commerce companies lower express delivery prices and choose international dedicated logistics?
For e-commerce companies, lowering express delivery prices is an important step in improving profit margins. This article will integrate the methods used by e-commerce companies to lower express delivery prices and discuss how to choose suitable international dedicated line logistics.
How e-commerce companies lower express delivery prices
Sufficient preliminary preparations must be made
Before negotiating, e-commerce companies should first search for information on the Internet to understand which local logistics companies have good service quality and low express delivery prices, and communicate and learn from logistics company operators to become friends with each other. In this way, you can not only get some information, but more importantly, you can also accumulate rich experience to promote your own development.
Find more logistics companies to compare prices
There are many logistics companies in every city, and the express delivery prices and service quality of each logistics company vary widely. Therefore, e-commerce companies need to compare prices with several logistics companies and finally choose the most suitable one.
Bargain with the right person
If an e-commerce company wants to negotiate, be sure not to approach the front desk staff who answer the phone, because they are not responsible for this aspect of work. They will only introduce express delivery prices in accordance with regulations, and will not answer other questions. Since you want to negotiate, you must find the person in charge or the courier. For example, each logistics company will arrange fixed couriers in each community or street, and they usually have the final say on the express delivery price.
Attract couriers with shipment volume
The performance and salary of courier personnel are calculated based on the volume of goods received. If the e-commerce company’s shipment volume is relatively large and there are many goods to be sent every time, the courier personnel will be willing to lower the express delivery price. Therefore, e-commerce companies should attract couriers by increasing shipment volumes.
Receive couriers politely
When couriers arrive at the warehouse, they must treat each other with courtesy. No matter how they look or talk, they must say “Thank you for your hard work.” If you feel good about it, you may even be a little grateful, and you won’t be too strict when it comes to bargaining.
Maximum price reduction
When e-commerce companies ask couriers for delivery orders, they can pretend to ask: “Is your express delivery price 6 yuan or 7 yuan (assuming 7 yuan is the lowest express price you investigated)?” After hearing this, you will definitely think that the other party is an expert and cannot price the price too high.
The choice of international dedicated line logistics
Express line from the United States to China
Express lines from the United States to China usually use air transportation, which has fast transportation time. The express line provides full tracking services, so sellers and consumers can track the shipping status and location of packages in real time.
German Express Express
German express delivery is an important international dedicated line logistics service born based on the needs of cross-border e-commerce. The German dedicated line takes about 3-7 working days from delivery to consumers.
Japan express delivery tracking number inquiry service
The Japanese express delivery tracking number inquiry service provides sellers and buyers with convenient and real-time parcel tracking functions.
U.S. general cargo express delivery
As a fast and reliable logistics service, American general cargo express delivery is favored by cross-border e-commerce sellers. Its advantages include fast shipping, high reliability, full tracking, etc.
Special line logistics from China to the United States
The price of dedicated line logistics from China to the United States is affected by many factors, including distance, transportation method, weight and volume, transportation time, customs clearance and tariffs, etc. Sellers should consider these factors comprehensively and develop corresponding response strategies.
Japan’s express delivery market price
The Japanese express delivery market price is affected by many factors, including transportation distance, transportation method, weight and volume, customs clearance and tariffs, etc. Sellers should consider these factors comprehensively and develop corresponding response strategies.
Yiwu American Shipping Express Line
Sea shipping from Yiwu to the United States can be said to be relatively cost-effective, but compared to air shipping, the speed is still relatively slow. Generally, ordinary cargo ships will take longer, but the price of sea freight is about 30% of that of air freight.
Should I choose dedicated line or express delivery for the first leg of transportation in the United States?
For FBA first-leg transportation from China to the United States, the U.S. FBA air transportation route is a direct flight mode of passenger aircraft, which is more suitable for the transportation needs of small and light FBA Amazon products. The U.S. FBA ocean transportation line is a common mode of large cargo transportation, but because it uses waterways, the transportation time is longer.
Through the above methods and strategies, e-commerce companies can effectively lower express delivery prices and choose the most suitable international dedicated line logistics to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.