Outsourcing fulfilment means your business hands over its logistics and operational tasks to a specialist partner. We have been taking care of those tasks for B2B companies in the Netherlands and abroad for over 30 years. From goods receipt and inventory management to order picking, co-packing and returns processing: everything is handled from our warehouse. You do not need to organise your own storage space, hire staff for packing work or build your own purchasing department. Request a quote for your fulfilment today.
What is fulfilment?
Fulfilment is the complete package of logistics tasks required to get products from storage to their final destination. The term covers more than just shipping. Think of receiving and inspecting incoming goods, managing stock, picking and packing orders, and processing returns. In the industrial B2B market, outsourcing also extends to fully offloading the purchasing department or complete assembly operations to an external partner. As a fulfilment company, we serve the industrial B2B market with a broad range of services.
Our fulfilment services
We offer a complete range of fulfilment services for B2B companies, operating from our fulfilment centre in the Netherlands. You choose which tasks to outsource: a single service, several at once, or your complete logistics operation. Below is an overview of the services we provide.
Goods receipt
During goods receipt, our team checks all incoming goods for quantities, condition and packaging integrity. Any discrepancies are recorded and reported immediately. Goods are then stored in a fixed location in our warehouse, ready for the next step in the process.
Order picking
Order picking is the precise gathering of products based on an incoming order. Our team members pick the correct items from stock and prepare them for packing or direct dispatch. Accuracy is paramount, so that every order leaves our warehouse complete and without errors.
Co-packing
Co-packing involves assembling and packaging products, with or without a specific brand presentation or additional items. We carry out co-packing as part of our fulfilment services, for a wide range of B2B assignments: from straightforward packing work to more complex assemblies with multiple items per unit.
Inventory management
Outsourcing inventory management means our team stores, manages and monitors your stock. You have real-time insight into available quantities at all times. Because we combine purchasing and storage, you do not need to organise your own storage space and you run less risk of shortages or overstock.
Returns processing
Handling returns requires a careful and structured approach. Our team inspects returned goods, records their status and returns usable items to stock. You receive a status update for each return shipment, keeping your administration up to date at all times.
Logistics outsourcing
Logistics outsourcing goes beyond a single service. When you place your entire logistics chain with us as your fulfilment partner, you combine goods receipt, storage, order picking, packing and returns in one package. This reduces coordination effort, minimises the risk of errors and gives you full control over your logistics operation.
Which businesses are suited to outsourcing fulfilment?
Outsourcing fulfilment is suited to any B2B company that does not consider logistics to be a core activity. We work with companies from a wide range of sectors, both in the Netherlands and internationally. Assignments range from small, specialist jobs to large, ongoing operations. There is no minimum volume requirement. Companies choose to outsource their fulfilment for the following reasons:
- Logistics growth is outpacing what the in-house team can manage.
- There is no dedicated warehouse or packing staff available.
- The business does not want to build its own purchasing department.
- Logistics tasks are taking up too much time and diverting attention from core activities.
When is outsourcing fulfilment the right choice?
Outsourcing fulfilment is the right choice when logistics tasks exceed what a business can or wants to manage in-house.
Most businesses start by organising their own storage, purchasing and shipping. This works as long as volumes remain manageable. As the business grows, the logistics burden increases: more space, more staff, more coordination. At that point, it pays to place operations with a specialist partner.
Businesses that do not want to invest in their own warehouse, staffing costs for packing teams or a full purchasing department also choose to outsource. We take over the complete operation, at competitive rates and with direct communication.
How outsourcing fulfilment works at Centwerk
Outsourcing fulfilment to Centwerk starts with a quote request. Our specialists map out your logistics tasks and provide a quote within 24 hours. Once agreed, we handle goods receipt. Your goods are checked, counted and stored. When an order comes in, our team picks the correct items, packs them and ensures correct dispatch. Returns are checked and returned to stock.
Throughout the entire process you have direct contact with our team. You receive clear updates and know exactly where your goods are at all times. Transparent communication, fast execution and full visibility of your goods.
How your business benefits from outsourcing fulfilment
Businesses that outsource their fulfilment to us save immediately on costs for warehouse space, staff and purchasing. Here is what outsourcing fulfilment delivers in practice:
- No investment in your own warehouse space or logistics staff.
- No in-house purchasing department needed: we handle purchasing and cable procurement.
- Competitive rates with a strong price-quality ratio.
- A quote within 24 hours and direct contact with dedicated team members.
- ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified for demonstrable quality.
- B2B services for clients in the Netherlands and internationally.
- Both small and large assignments are welcome.
By placing logistics tasks with an external partner, you can focus entirely on your core activities. Your logistics operation is in safe hands.
What sets our fulfilment company apart?
Centwerk is an assembly company, not a standard e-commerce fulfilment provider. Most fulfilment companies focus on webshop orders: sending parcels, handling returns and setting up platform integrations. We work for the industrial B2B market. In addition to standard logistics services, we also carry out assembly, panel building, CNC turning and CNC milling. Businesses looking to fully outsource their production and logistics operations will find in us a capable B2B partner.
In brief:
- Over 30 years active as a B2B assembly company.
- Certified to ISO 9001 (quality management) and ISO 14001 (environmental management).
- Competitive rates with a favourable price-quality ratio.
- Direct communication and a dedicated point of contact.
- Both small and large B2B assignments are welcome.
What does outsourcing fulfilment cost?
Fulfilment costs vary per assignment and depend on the type of service, volume and your requirements. We offer competitive rates with a favourable price-quality ratio. Pricing is tailored per assignment. Factors that influence the price include:
- The number of orders to be processed per period.
- The nature of the work: standard packing, co-packing or assembly.
- The storage space required for your stock.
- The frequency of order picking and dispatch.
Requesting a quote is free and provides immediate clarity. Our specialists map out your logistics tasks and put together a suitable proposal within 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about fulfilment
What does outsourcing fulfilment cost?
Fulfilment costs vary per assignment. There is no fixed price list, as every assignment has different requirements and volumes. We put together a tailored quote within 24 hours. The quote clearly sets out the costs for the services requested. Request a no-obligation quote for a clear picture of the fulfilment costs for your business.
How quickly will I receive a quote for fulfilment?
You will receive a quote for fulfilment within 24 hours of your request. Our specialists map out your logistics tasks and put together a suitable proposal on that basis. You have direct contact with a dedicated team member: no automated responses and no long waiting times. Get in touch via the contact form or call us directly for a swift follow-up.
Does Centwerk also handle international fulfilment assignments?
Centwerk also handles international fulfilment assignments. We manage the complete logistics operation, from goods receipt and storage to order picking and returns, regardless of where the client is based. Companies from both the Netherlands and abroad are welcome. Contact us for more information about international fulfilment at Centwerk.
Can I outsource individual tasks to Centwerk?
You do not need to outsource your entire logistics operation. We also offer individual services: inventory management only, order picking only, co-packing only, or any other combination. You decide which tasks to place with us and which to keep in-house. Request a quote for the package that suits your business.
What certifications does Centwerk hold as a fulfilment partner?
As a fulfilment partner, Centwerk is certified to ISO 9001 for quality management and ISO 14001 for environmental management. ISO 9001 demonstrates that all operations meet established quality standards. ISO 14001 shows that we operate in an environmentally responsible manner. These certifications are verified periodically by an independent certifying body.
Centwerk: Your fulfilment partner
For fulfilment in the Netherlands, you choose a B2B assembly company with a complete logistics service offering, 30 years in the market. Our specialists work with B2B companies in the Netherlands and abroad, across a wide range of sectors, for both small and large assignments. Our ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications stand for quality and responsible business. You have direct contact with our team, a quote within 24 hours and competitive rates that reflect a fair price-quality ratio. Contact us today and request a quote for your fulfilment.
