Walmart has launched an aggressive promotion for its Multichannel Solutions (MCS) logistics service. As of June 16, 2025, first-time users can enjoy a 30% discount on fulfillment fees—applicable to orders from Walmart.com, Amazon, eBay, Shein, Temu, and independent websites—through October 1, 2025 :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
What the Promo Covers
- 30% fee reduction on fulfillment costs through 10/1/2025.
- Unbranded packaging at no extra charge, keeping your brand identity intact :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
- Orders from all channels—not limited to Walmart—can be fulfilled via MCS :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.
✔️ Why This Matters to Amazon Sellers
FBA costs continue to rise, and Amazon MCF adds surcharges on third‑party platform orders. Walmart’s MCS promo gives sellers a cost‑effective yet flexible alternative for multichannel logistics, ideal during peak selling seasons.
Key Benefits Compared to Amazon FBA/MCF
- Lower Costs: Walmart MCS claims saves ~15% on fulfillment overall, and the 30% promo magnifies typical savings :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.
- Brand Consistency: Unbranded packaging avoids confusion and keeps your branding front-and-center :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.
- Omnichannel Reach: One logistics pipeline for all sales channels including Amazon.
- Streamlined Returns: Walmart handles off-platform returns efficiently :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.
Implementation Guidelines
- Enroll in Walmart Fulfillment Services (WFS) and enable MCS.
- Ensure inventory placement in Walmart fulfillment centers.
- Optionally route Amazon orders to Walmart MCS instead of FBA/MCF.
- Use unbranded packaging and confirm fee reduction until October 1.
- Monitor fulfillment costs and customer satisfaction throughout the promo.
Expert Guidance: Is MCS Right for You?
Amazon FBA remains convenient, but Amazon MCF carries a 5% surcharge and strict carrier rules :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}. In contrast, Walmart’s MCS promo offers competitive pricing and neutrality in branding—making it a powerful alternative or backup fulfillment route, especially during high volume periods.
Action Steps for Sellers
- Run a cost comparison: FBA vs. MCS (with promo) vs. Amazon MCF.
- Test a small SKU batch through MCS to evaluate performance.
- Set alerts before October 1, and prepare for standard rates post-promo.
- Integrate with order management tools to smoothly route orders to Walmart MCS.
□ From AMZ Sellers Attorney®
“Strategic use of Walmart MCS can significantly reduce logistics costs and enhance fulfillment flexibility. We advise sellers to pilot this promo now—especially with key SKUs—and document savings to strengthen future logistics strategy.”
□ From AMZ Sellers Attorney®
“Strategic use of Walmart MCS can significantly reduce logistics costs and enhance fulfillment flexibility. We advise sellers to pilot this promo now—especially with key SKUs—and document savings to strengthen future logistics strategy.”
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