- Review Instructions: Refer to the detailed PDF guide for step-by-step instructions, found here.
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Create a Shipment in Amazon:
- In Seller Central, select "No placement service fee" in the "select inbound placement service" section to avoid additional charges.
- Under "shipping mode," choose Less than Truckload (LTL) or Full Truckload (FTL) options.
- Set the ship date at least one week in the future to allow for scheduling.
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Confirm Carrier Information:
- Select Non-partnered Carrier (use your own carrier) in the shipping details.
- Enter the Non-partnered Carrier Name as "Other".
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Provide Shipment Details:
- For each shipment, input the PRO/freight bill number corresponding to the inbound shipment to Pattern.
- Inform us of the shipments you're sending and authorize payment.
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Review Cost Estimates:
- Within the Middle Mile console, select the shipments you wish to send to our 3PL warehouse.
- You'll see an estimated cost and potential savings compared to shipping directly to Amazon.
- Provide credit card information; charges are based on verified carton volume at our facility and outbound shipments to Amazon.
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Prepare and Send Your Shipment:
- Ensure all outbound cartons have proper Amazon shipping labels.
- Ship your cartons or pallets to one of our cross-dock warehouses using your carrier.
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Final Step:
- Once received, shipments are scanned, palletized, and loaded for delivery to Amazon fulfillment centers. You’ll receive notifications as shipments progress.