Returns Management
When returns or exchanges are unavoidable, National Fulfillment Services is there to minimize profit loss, optimize product recovery and expedite the process through efficient reverse logistics solutions.
Fast Returns Processing
Within two days of receiving, returns are processed and credited by a trained Returns Specialist who handles the entire function of opening, data entry and order processing, product inspection, determining salability of the item, crediting and put away back into stock. Once the data regarding the disposition of the return and return reason are entered into our system, the system will credit the customer, reship the product (if applicable) or process the exchange.
Product Inspection
Our Return Specialists are trained to determine whether your products are resalable, refurbishable or damaged. In some cases, regarding damaged items, NFS has developed special logic which will separate the damages by vendor so we can get a credit back from the original vendor for the damaged merchandise. We normally segregate all damaged inventory for periodic review from our clients, then obtain a certificate of destruction if we will be destroying it. In cases where products are resalable, the Return Specialist will sort the product, repackage when necessary, barcode and return to inventory.
Refurbishment Services
When possible, we provide light refurbishment services to maximize recovery rates on returned goods. Our Return Specialists are proficient in repackaging, garment folding and tagging. We can also quarantine items if you wish to perform onsite inspections and repairs.
Merchandise Return Labels
47% of consumers cite a return label included with the package as a key factor in their satisfaction with a retailer’s return process. NFS makes it easy with the option of including a pre-printed returns form on each packing slip or a prepaid label issued through our customer service center.
Realtime Reporting
Return reasons, disposition and product information are available in real time through reports on our client portal. Our reports allow you to quickly ascertain which products are the most frequently returned and why, helping you to propel your company to higher profitability through information-powered decision making.
92% of shoppers will return to a retailer with an easy returns process. Don’t leave money on the table, leverage a leading 3PL provider like National Fulfillment Services!