Fulfilled by OnBuy (FBO) Setup and Management
Leverage OnBuy's fulfillment network for faster delivery and higher conversion
What is Fulfilled by OnBuy (FBO)?
Fulfilled by OnBuy (FBO) is OnBuy's third-party logistics service, similar to FBA on Amazon. Sellers send inventory to OnBuy's UK fulfillment centre; OnBuy then handles storage, order picking, packing, shipping, customer service, and returns for those items. Products fulfilled by OnBuy display an 'FBO' badge and are eligible for faster delivery promises, which improves Buy Box win rate and conversion.
Key Benefits & Methodology
FBO Enrollment and Integration
We manage your FBO application, account configuration, and system integration — ensuring a seamless connection between your inventory management and OnBuy's fulfillment systems.
- FBO programme eligibility assessment
- Application submission and approval management
- Integration setup with your ERP, WMS, or multichannel software
- FBO inventory feed configuration for accurate stock syncing
Inventory Inbound and Stock Management
We plan your initial FBO inventory shipment, create inbound plans, and manage ongoing replenishment to maintain optimal stock levels while avoiding long-term storage fees.
- Initial FBO inventory demand forecasting
- Inbound shipment creation and carrier booking
- Inventory level monitoring and low-stock alerts
- Replenishment planning to prevent stockouts
- Storage fee analysis and slow-moving stock strategy
Returns Handling and Performance Optimisation
FBO handles returns on your behalf, but you still need to manage return reasons and restocking. We analyse return data, implement product listing improvements to reduce return rates, and maintain your seller performance metrics.
- FBO returns report analysis
- Return reason tracking and product improvement loop
- Seller performance score monitoring — dispatch time, defect rate
- FBO shipping performance — on-time delivery rate optimisation
Frequent Inquiries
Is Fulfilled by OnBuy mandatory?
No, FBO is optional. Sellers can choose to fulfill orders themselves (seller-fulfilled) or use FBO for part or all of their catalogue. However, FBO items consistently outperform seller-fulfilled items in Buy Box placement and conversion rate. We recommend a hybrid strategy that maximises ROI.
What are the FBO fees compared to self-fulfillment?
FBO fees vary by product size and weight. While FBO adds per-unit fulfillment and storage costs, it often reduces shipping costs and increases sales velocity, offsetting the fees. MultiMarket Growth provides a detailed cost-benefit analysis for your specific product range.
Deployment Chain
- 01
FBO Readiness Assessment
We evaluate which products are suitable for FBO based on size, weight, and sales velocity.
- 02
Application and Account Setup
We apply for FBO, configure your account, and integrate systems.
- 03
Initial Inventory Shipment
We plan and ship your first inventory to the OnBuy fulfillment centre.
- 04
Ongoing Inventory Management
We monitor stock levels, manage replenishment, and oversee storage costs.
- 05
Returns and Performance Monitoring
We track returns data and seller performance metrics, making adjustments.
- 06
Monthly FBO Performance Report
We deliver a report on FBO sales, fulfillment costs, and operational metrics.
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