June 25, 2024
Logistics is a time-sensitive and fast-moving aspect of modern business. Making sure each point across the supply chain runs smoothly is vital for delivering exceptional customer experiences, but managing the process can be challenging.
One reason behind this is cash flow. It’s not always clear how much credit shippers have available to move their goods to customers, and unexpected factors like late invoices or bottlenecks can cause delays, resulting in extra overheads for the business.
At Amazon Freight, we understand the importance of fast shipping to business performance, but also flexibility. That’s why both trusted, regular shipping partners and new shippers can now receive a faster approval process on credit requests, so they can start shipping right away.
One reason behind this is cash flow. It’s not always clear how much credit shippers have available to move their goods to customers, and unexpected factors like late invoices or bottlenecks can cause delays, resulting in extra overheads for the business.
At Amazon Freight, we understand the importance of fast shipping to business performance, but also flexibility. That’s why both trusted, regular shipping partners and new shippers can now receive a faster approval process on credit requests, so they can start shipping right away.
Flexible credit limits for freight shippers
When shippers decide to partner with Amazon Freight to move their goods, we review past bookings, payments and external financial and credit history so we can come back to them with a fair credit allowance.
But we’re aware that even though due diligence around credit is absolutely vital, this checking period can be a pain point for plenty of businesses. You want to start moving goods as fast as possible in order to keep your momentum.
This is especially true during times of fluctuating demand: shippers need to request a credit limit increase to get their cargo to customers fast and hassle-free, only to find that they need to wait to get credit approval.
Now, when you create your shipper account with Amazon Freight, we can rapidly process your credit approvals and provide you with freight credits in two days. If you continue to ship with us on a regular basis, we’ll auto-increase your credit allowance each time, removing the need for shippers to keep requesting credit limit changes.
But we’re aware that even though due diligence around credit is absolutely vital, this checking period can be a pain point for plenty of businesses. You want to start moving goods as fast as possible in order to keep your momentum.
This is especially true during times of fluctuating demand: shippers need to request a credit limit increase to get their cargo to customers fast and hassle-free, only to find that they need to wait to get credit approval.
Now, when you create your shipper account with Amazon Freight, we can rapidly process your credit approvals and provide you with freight credits in two days. If you continue to ship with us on a regular basis, we’ll auto-increase your credit allowance each time, removing the need for shippers to keep requesting credit limit changes.
How it works
• Sign up via the Amazon Freight website
• Our team processes your request and business data
• We’ll provide you with an automatic credit limit
• The more freight you ship, the more we can auto-increase your credit limit
• Our team processes your request and business data
• We’ll provide you with an automatic credit limit
• The more freight you ship, the more we can auto-increase your credit limit
Shipper credit limits: FAQs
What is the minimum credit limit for UK shippers?
We calculate the minimum credit limit based on multiple inputs and defined at shipper level.
What do you use to determine my credit limit?
We review shippers’ payment history and the orders placed with Amazon Freight, along with financial and credit history to determine the credit limit. We strive to provide the maximum credit limit to our customers to ensure a seamless shipper experience.
How often can I change my credit limit?
Credit limits can be reviewed on a monthly basis.
Do you ever refuse credit applications?
Credit applications can be rejected for various reasons, depending on your individual circumstances. If your credit application is rejected, please contact Amazon Freight at freight-uk-interest@amazon.com.
Can I adjust my credit limit during peak seasons only?
Yes, it is possible to adjust credit limits during peak seasons only. Please reach out to your account manager or directly to Amazon Freight to enable a credit limit for peak season.
Is there a difference in credit limits for FTL vs LTL shipments?
There is no difference in credit limits for FTL vs LTL. As you start ramping up business with Amazon Freight, the credit limit is adjusted irrespective of the load type.
Start shipping hassle-free with Amazon Freight
Open a shipper account today and provide us with your shipper details, and we can give you an instant quote. If you need, we’ll also provide you with more information about cost breakdowns across each stage in the freight journey.
For any other questions around credit, pricing or otherwise, please email us at freight-uk-interest@amazon.com. One of our team will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
For any other questions around credit, pricing or otherwise, please email us at freight-uk-interest@amazon.com. One of our team will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
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