Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) × Fulfil

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Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF)

Use Amazon's fulfillment network to ship orders from all your sales channels with Amazon MCF integration.

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Overview

DTC and wholesale brands use Amazon MCF to leverage Amazon's world-class fulfillment network for orders from any sales channel, not just Amazon.com. Fulfil's native MCF integration allows merchants to route Shopify orders, website orders, and wholesale shipments through Amazon FBA, taking advantage of Amazon's fast delivery speeds and reliable logistics infrastructure while maintaining unified inventory visibility across all channels.

Type: Direct 3PL Integration

Capabilities

  • Route orders from any channel to Amazon FBA
  • Three delivery speed options: Standard (5 days), Expedited (3 days), Priority (2 days)
  • Blank box option for unbranded packaging
  • Automatic inventory synchronization
  • Real-time tracking updates
  • Returns management through FBA
  • Multi-warehouse support across FBA locations

Best For

  • Omnichannel Brands: Fulfill Shopify, website, and marketplace orders through Amazon's network
  • Peak Season: Utilize Amazon's capacity during high-volume periods when your own warehouse is at capacity
  • Fast Shipping: Offer expedited 2-3 day shipping to customers nationwide
  • Inventory Consolidation: Centralize inventory at Amazon for fulfillment across all sales channels
Setup Instructions

Step 1: Create FBA Warehouse in Fulfil

  1. Navigate to Inventory & Stock > Locations and click Setup New Location
  2. Select Warehouse and configure:
  3. Type: 3PL
  4. 3PL Source: FBA
  5. Structure: Minimal
  6. Click Create

Step 2: Connect Amazon Account

Set up your Amazon integration in Fulfil to enable communication with Amazon MCF. This requires an active Amazon Seller Central account with FBA enabled.

Step 3: Add MCF Shipping Carrier

  1. Navigate to Settings > Shipping > Carriers
  2. Click Setup New Shipping Carrier
  3. Configure:
  4. Carrier: 3PL
  5. Name: Amazon MCF (or similar)
  6. Carrier Service Product: Select default shipping product
  7. Contact Fulfil support to add delivery speed services:
  8. Standard (5 business days)
  9. Expedited (3 business days)
  10. Priority (2 business days)

Step 4: Map 3PL SKUs

If your Fulfil SKUs differ from Amazon merchant SKUs, import 3PL SKU mappings:

  1. Click Import from Products list
  2. Upload CSV with columns: code, 3pl_sku, warehouse
  3. Map columns and import

Step 5: Configure Automation Rules

Set up automation rules to route orders to MCF:

  1. Navigate to Settings > Automation Rules
  2. Create rule triggered on: Customer Shipments / Waiting
  3. Add conditions to filter which orders go to MCF
  4. Add actions:
  5. Set Warehouse: Select FBA warehouse
  6. Change Carrier: Select MCF carrier and service speed

Step 6: Enable 3PL Schedules

  1. Open FBA warehouse in Fulfil
  2. Scroll to 3PL Schedules and add:
  3. Send customer shipments: Sends assigned shipments to FBA
  4. Get customer shipment advices: Retrieves tracking updates from FBA
Features in Fulfil

Multi-Channel Fulfillment

Route orders from Shopify, custom storefronts, Amazon, and wholesale channels to FBA for unified fulfillment. Perfect for brands selling across multiple platforms who want to consolidate inventory at Amazon.

Delivery Speed Options

Choose from three delivery speeds based on customer expectations and order value. Use automation rules to automatically assign Priority shipping to high-value orders or Expedited to VIP customers.

Inventory Synchronization

FBA inventory levels automatically sync to Fulfil and flow to connected sales channels like Shopify. Maintain real-time inventory accuracy across all platforms without manual updates.

Blank Box Packaging

Enable blank box fulfillment for orders where you don't want Amazon branding. Additional fees apply, but this maintains your brand identity for non-Amazon orders.

Partial Fulfillment Handling

If Amazon partially fulfills an order, Fulfil automatically splits the shipment, marking fulfilled items as complete with tracking while keeping unfulfilled items in assigned status until shipped.

Pricing Considerations

MCF charges per-unit fulfillment fees based on product size, weight, and delivery speed. Fees are typically higher than standard FBA fees. Review Amazon's MCF pricing before enabling.

Cost Optimization Tips:
- Use Standard delivery when possible to minimize fees
- Bundle items to reduce per-unit costs
- Consolidate inventory to reduce long-term storage fees

Limitations

  • Higher Fees: MCF costs more than standard FBA fulfillment
  • Pre-Kitted Bundles Required: MCF doesn't support on-the-fly bundling. Bundles must be pre-assembled and sent to FBA as complete SKUs
  • Amazon Branding: Default packaging includes Amazon branding (blank box option available for extra fee)
  • Product Must Be In FBA: Items must already be stored in Amazon's fulfillment network

Support

For questions about this integration, contact Fulfil support. For MCF-specific questions or account setup, visit Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment.

FAQ

Questions? Answers.

How do I set up Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) fulfillment in Fulfil?
To set up Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) in Fulfil, navigate to Inventory & Stock → Locations, create a new warehouse with Type set to 3PL, and configure your Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) credentials. The setup typically takes 1 hour.
Can I use Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) for both Shopify and Amazon orders?
Yes, Fulfil's ERP automatically imports orders from Shopify, Amazon, and other channels. You can route all these orders to Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) for fulfillment, and tracking information syncs back to each sales channel automatically.
How does inventory sync work with Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF)?
Inventory levels automatically sync in real-time between Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) and Fulfil. When products are received at Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF), stock levels update in Fulfil immediately. When orders are fulfilled, inventory decreases automatically. This ensures accurate stock counts across all your sales channels.
Can I send supplier shipments to Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) for receiving?
Yes, you can send purchase orders and supplier shipments directly to Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) for receiving. Fulfil exports the shipment details to Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF), and once they receive and inspect the products, the shipment is automatically marked as received in Fulfil with updated inventory levels.
Does tracking information sync automatically?
Yes, when Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) fulfills an order, tracking numbers automatically sync to Fulfil and push back to Shopify, Amazon, and other connected sales channels, triggering automated customer notification emails.
Can I route orders automatically to Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF)?
Yes, Fulfil's automation rules allow you to automatically route specific orders to Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) based on product type, destination, inventory availability, or custom criteria. This eliminates manual warehouse assignment and ensures orders flow to the right fulfillment center automatically.
How are returns handled with Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF)?
Returns can be sent directly to Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) for inspection and restocking. Once Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) receives and inspects returned products, inventory automatically updates in Fulfil and syncs back to your sales channels, making products available for sale again.
Can I manage multiple Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) warehouse locations?
Yes, Fulfil supports multiple Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) warehouse locations with unified visibility. You can view inventory across all Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) facilities, route orders to the optimal location based on proximity or stock availability, and track fulfillment status across all locations from a single dashboard.
How does order batching work with Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF)?
Fulfil can batch multiple orders together before sending them to Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) based on your configured sync schedule. This reduces API calls and streamlines fulfillment operations. You can adjust the batch frequency to match your fulfillment volume, from every 5 minutes for high-volume operations to hourly for lower volumes.
Can I split orders between my own warehouse and Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF)?
Yes, Fulfil intelligently splits orders when inventory is distributed across multiple warehouses. If some items are at Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF) and others in your own warehouse, Fulfil creates separate shipments for each location, ensuring customers receive all their items while optimizing fulfillment from the most appropriate facility.

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