DROPSHIPPING ON Amazon

Frequently asked questions about how to sell on Amazon

• How much does it cost to sell on Amazon?
  Amazon charges a monthly fee of €39 + a commission per order sold. The commission varies by category from 7% to 15%.

• What are the requirements for selling on Amazon?
  To sell on Amazon you need a credit card, bank details and your personal details.

• Can I do dropshipping on Amazon without being self-employed?
  It is not an essential requirement for Amazon but it is necessary in order to create a Pro seller account and work with BigBuy’s Multi-channel Integration Platform.

• Is selling on Amazon profitable?
  Yes.Amazon has a monthly charge and a commission for each order sold, but despite this, it is a profitable sales channel because your products are exposed to millions of shoppers.

• Marketing Strategies: Is it advisable to use Amazon Ads?
  It is not necessary, but if you advertise your products with Amazon Ads, you will be able to generate sales more easily, which will help you to generate reviews as a seller and this will help you to position yourself in the marketplace.

• Can I use the International Listing from the Amazon account?
  Yes, in fact, if you are going to sell in various marketplaces it is advisable to carry out the configuration via international listing through the Multi-channel Integration Platform.

• When will Amazon pay me for the orders?
  Amazon pays the orders after 14 days.

• How do I configure the shipping charges on Amazon?
  Shipping charges should be configured in your Amazon account control panel.

• Is it advisable to configure free shipping?
  Yes.Having free shipping increases the percentage conversion of your store.Obviously you should keep this in mind when setting the retail price for your products.

• Can I do FBA or just FBM?
  Yes.You can carry out FBA (Fulfilment by Amazon) with BigBuy.This business model involves buying stock from BigBuy and directly managing the Amazon account.With our cloud software, you can work with Amazon in a completely automated way through the FBM (Fulfilment by Merchant) model by doing dropshipping on Amazon.

• Can I synchronise with Amazon using API?
  Yes.If you need a customised integration, we have API available to enable integration with Amazon.If you don’t need a customised integration, we recommend working with our cloud software, the Multi-channel Integration Platform.

• How do I avoid penalties on my Amazon account?
  - Review Amazon notifications daily.- Control the rates of delayed orders and, if necessary, extend the transit days.- Do not create false reviews.- Carry out the initial publication of products on your new account in a gradual manner.Follow our Academy's instructions to configure your account.

• Are customer ratings important on Amazon?
  Yes.Customer ratings are an extremely important parameter for the performance of your seller account.

• Do I have to accept returns on Amazon?
  Yes.Like any other online store, Amazon is subject to the right to withdraw as stated by European law, which is 14 days from when the customer receives the product.

• Do I have authorisation to sell all the branded products from BigBuy?
  All BigBuy products are from top brands and have authorisation for sales and distribution.

• Traditional Dropshipping vs. FBA on Amazon
  With traditional dropshipping on Amazon, you will be the seller and BigBuy will ship the products. Whereas with FBA, the stock must be sent to Amazon's warehouse for them to handle shipping.

• Is dropshipping allowed on Amazon?
  Dropshipping with European stock from BigBuy meets all Amazon's requirements regarding product quality, guarantees, and shipping speed, so there is no problem with dropshipping on Amazon with BigBuy.

• Does selling on Amazon have any drawbacks?
  Selling on Amazon is all about advantages, although it is true that it can bring certain difficulties, such as dealing with Amazon's algorithm changes or complying with their policies.