ShipBob

Global logistics and order fulfillment services

Chicago, Illinois, United States

About ShipBob

ShipBob provides logistics and order fulfillment services for e-commerce businesses, catering to both small and large clients. The company uses a warehouse management system (WMS) to manage inventory and streamline the order process. Clients send their products to ShipBob's fulfillment centers located in various countries, including the US, UK, EU, Canada, and Australia. When an order is placed, ShipBob picks, packs, and ships the product from the nearest center, ensuring fast delivery, with over 95% of orders shipped within two days in the US. Additionally, ShipBob offers services like EDI-automated workflows and retailer-compliant packing slips to help businesses connect with retailers and manage wholesale orders. The company differentiates itself through its tech-enabled approach and focus on efficient shipping solutions. Its goal is to simplify logistics for e-commerce businesses, allowing them to focus on growth while ShipBob handles their fulfillment needs.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$325.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Consumer GoodsIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Flexible time off
Remote HQ
401K match
Quarterly wellness days
Meeting-less Fridays
Parental leave
Happy hours, snacks, & club
Medical, dental, & vision coverage
Pet insurance

Risks

Increased competition from new entrants like Deliverr could pressure ShipBob's market share.
Dependency on Allcargo Logistics for freight services may disrupt ShipBob's operations.
Potential IPO in 2024 could shift focus from operations to financial reporting.

Differentiation

ShipBob offers 1-2 day delivery with a vast network of fulfillment centers.
Its software integrates with major e-commerce platforms like Shopify and Amazon.
ShipBob provides EDI-automated workflows for seamless wholesale and retail order fulfillment.

Upsides

Growing demand for DTC brands expanding internationally benefits ShipBob's global logistics network.
The rise of AI-driven inventory management enhances ShipBob's operational efficiency.
Increased popularity of subscription box services aligns with ShipBob's fulfillment capabilities.