Shein, as a world-renowned e-commerce platform, cannot do without the support of an efficient warehouse system behind its successful operation. In this article, several types and characteristics of Shein’s warehouse system will be introduced in detail. Through the following articles, you can understand the common warehouse systems.
1. What are the types of Shein warehouse systems?
1. Domestic central warehouse
Shein’s domestic central warehouse is the core of its warehouse system. The warehouse is located in Foshan, Guangdong, China, and is equipped with multiple satellite warehouses, which are mainly responsible for storing and distributing most of the goods. According to statistics, Shein Foshan Central Warehouse stores about 30 million items, covering about 400,000-500,000 SKUs. As one of the main warehouses of Shein’s warehouse system, the domestic central warehouse makes full use of China’s manufacturing and logistics advantages to ensure the timely supply and efficient distribution of goods.
2. Overseas transit warehouse
Shein also has multiple overseas transit warehouses around the world to support its cross-border e-commerce business. These overseas transit warehouses are located in Dubai, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Indonesia, Vietnam and other regions. Overseas transit warehouses are mainly responsible for absorbing consumer returns and play a key role in logistics connection. According to data, Shein has about 10 million items in overseas transit warehouses, covering about 150,000 SKUs. By setting up transit warehouses in different regions, Shein can better handle cross-border logistics and return matters and provide more convenient after-sales services.
3. Overseas operation warehouses
In addition to transit warehouses, Shein also has overseas operation warehouses around the world. These operation warehouses are located in Hong Kong, Delhi, Belgium, the northeastern and western United States, and are mainly responsible for distribution services in local areas. Overseas operation warehouses can better meet the requirements of local markets, provide faster and more reliable distribution services, and reduce the time and cost of cross-border logistics. Although the number of overseas operation warehouses is relatively small, their strategic distribution enables Shein to better cover the global market and achieve global operations.
Second, efficient IT support system.
With its strong IT technology strength, Shein independently developed the IT support system for the backend of each business. By using advanced IT technology, Shein continuously improves business efficiency, combines the characteristics of cross-border e-commerce, continuously optimizes business processes, and achieves close connection of various links. Shein makes full use of data to optimize logistics routes and designs optimal cost plans to provide more efficient logistics services. These IT support systems and technical means enable Shein to better meet user requirements and provide an excellent shopping experience. Compared with other cross-border platforms, although Shein is not so famous, its cost performance is still good.
Summary:
Through the above introduction, it is learned that Shein’s warehouse system mainly includes three types: domestic central warehouse, overseas transit warehouse and overseas operation warehouse. As the core warehouse, the domestic central warehouse handles the storage and distribution of most goods. The overseas transit warehouse is responsible for absorbing returns and playing the role of logistics connection. The overseas operation warehouse is used for regional distribution services to meet the market requirements of different regions. The wonderful combination of these warehouse types enables Shein to achieve global scale commodity supply and efficient logistics operations, and provide users with a high-quality shopping experience.
As an e-commerce giant, Shein is not only because of its fashionable products and attractive prices, but also because of its excellent operations in warehousing and logistics. Through continuous innovation and optimization, Shein has established a strong global supply chain network, providing more shopping convenience and choices for global consumers. In the future, Shein will continue to focus on improving the efficiency and service level of its warehouse system, continuously meet the needs of global users, and maintain its leading position in the e-commerce field.