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Selling on Walmart<\/span><\/h2>\n

Walmart Marketplace<\/a><\/strong> is a retail channel comparable to online platforms such as eBay<\/strong>, Amazon<\/strong> or Etsy<\/strong>. Launched in the United States in 2009, this platform has been available to Canadian companies since 2017 to sell with Walmart Canada.<\/p>\n

Did you know that by 2020, two billion consumers<\/strong> will be using the Web to make their purchases? Of all the options available to businesses, Walmart Marketplace presents itself as a logical and accessible choice for companies in Canadian provinces.<\/p>\n

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Advantages of selling on Walmart Marketplace Canada and USA<\/span><\/h2>\n

Companies turning to digital online sales to bolster their sales strategy don’t always think of Walmart Marketplace<\/a>. Even if the platform is more discreet than other competitors such as Amazon, it shouldn’t be overlooked. It offers users a host of possibilities and advantages.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Online sales at Walmart.ca and Walmart.com<\/span><\/h3>\n

One of the main attractions of Walmart Marketplace is the scale of its audience in North America. As one of the world’s largest companies, Walmart provides its sellers with considerable visibility. When a company joins the retail giant’s transactional platform, its products are displayed alongside those of Walmart. In this way, it benefits directly from user searches on the Walmart Canada and Walmart USA sites. In addition, the Walmart Marketplace platform offers a number of other advantages.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Walmart seller account management<\/span><\/h3>\n

To be successful on Walmart Canada<\/a> or Walmart USA<\/a>, a salesperson must effectively manage two major categories related to the platform: sales and marketing. The first category may include aspects such as logistics and inventory management. The second covers promotions and advertising. By delegating this task to an expert, such as the Litchi Marketing team, the salesperson can save time and money.<\/span><\/p>\n

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In the past, many entrepreneurs and small businesses have been reluctant to use Amazon Marketplace or eBay because of the high monthly sales fees. However, there is now an alternative offering a comparable level of visibility: the Walmart marketplace. This platform offers unique advantages not available in other markets. Here’s what you need to know to launch your online sales at Walmart Canada or Walmart United States.<\/p>\n

The Walmart marketplace has been in business longer than many realize, having been launched in 2009, a period when Amazon also took off. However, Walmart imposes strict rules concerning the sellers authorized on its platform, the eligible products, and the service continuity criteria.<\/p>\n

Unlike Amazon Marketplace or eBay, where almost anyone can sell, Walmart USA requires sellers to be registered US businesses with a validated EIN number. This requirement has previously restricted access to many potential sellers. Today, with the ease of registering a business, even for sole proprietors, it has become much simpler to meet the criteria. This increased accessibility has helped boost Walmart’s popularity and brand awareness.<\/p>\n

Walmart remains selective about who it admits to its supplier network, so it’s crucial to meet their standards and maintain these qualifications.<\/p>\n

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Profitable for sellers<\/h3>\n

Walmart Marketplace charges its sellers very few fees. First of all, there are no start-up costs to open a marketplace store. There are also no monthly fees to pay to continue selling on the platform. The only fees that will be charged to sellers are those on the sale of a product, which can vary between 6% and 20% of its value.<\/span><\/p>\n

The main advantage for small businesses choosing to sell on the Walmart marketplace is the fee model: you only pay a referral fee when you make a sale. Conversely, Amazon and eBay charge a monthly fee simply for having a seller account, and they also limit the number of monthly sales based on your subscription. Walmart’s pay-for-performance system may prove particularly attractive to small businesses looking to minimize expenses before generating revenue.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Less competition<\/h3>\n

Walmart’s Marketplace platform is relatively new, especially compared to eBay or Amazon. In fact, it has only been possible to sell on Walmart Marketplace in Canada since 2017. Walmart’s rigorous selection process ensures that the sellers who use it have little competition. This makes it easier for a seller to stand out from competitors on this platform than on Amazon, for example. <\/span><\/p>\n

Because Walmart is very picky about who can sell on the market, you’ll have fewer competitors. What’s more, Walmart requires your product selection to be unique, which further reduces your direct competition.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Controlling your own products<\/h3>\n

Companies that choose to sell on Walmart Marketplace benefit from a significant advantage: they retain total control over their products. In this way, they can manage their own inventory and optimize their product files. Sellers belonging to Walmart’s elite club can also select their preferred delivery method from the various options offered by Walmart.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Websites affiliated with Walmart Marketplace<\/h3>\n

Companies that obtain authorization to sell on the Walmart Marketplace online sales platform also benefit from the websites affiliated with it. As a result, Walmart sellers can also sell their products on an external site such as Moosejaw.com<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Walmart Marketplace Canada and USA<\/h2>\n

The process for launching and opening a store on Walmart Marketplace is similar to that of Best Buy Marketplace. Interested companies must submit a request to the Walmart Marketplace team to gain access to the platform. This request must include information such as the company’s delivery policy, address and geographical location, as well as tax details. To be eligible to sell on Walmart Marketplace, the company must also offer products in one of the 35 categories defined by Walmart, ranging from clothing to paint.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Large audience<\/h2>\n

Thanks to its offer of free two-day delivery with no subscription required, Walmart currently attracts more customers than Amazon. This policy, combined with the requirement for a unique product selection, enables you to reach more people looking for what you have to offer. <\/span><\/p>\n

Instead of building your own website from scratch or using lesser-known platforms, you can leverage the trust consumers place in Walmart. The company offers a simple returns process and enjoys high customer satisfaction, making shopping at Walmart comfortable and low-risk for consumers.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Walmart’s reputation<\/h2>\n

Who hasn’t walked into a Walmart store? But did you know there’s also an online shopping experience at Walmart.ca and Walmart.com?<\/p>\n


\nThis online marketplace boasts over 50 million product listings and more than 33,000 sellers, representing enormous potential. Many people are still discovering this digital market.<\/p>\n


\nIf you sell on your own website, you already know how difficult it can be to acquire new buyers as an independent seller. When people think of shopping, Walmart is often the store of choice in the United States. Walmart sellers benefit from the reputation associated with the brand, and unsavory sellers are excluded.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”#” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Poppins||||||||” header_2_font_size=”28px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_3_font=”||||||||” max_width=”700px” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Walmart customer selection<\/h2>\n

As already mentioned, Walmart doesn’t allow just anyone to sell on its platform. They are keen to maintain their positive image as a popular department store. <\/span><\/p>\n

You’ll need to have an established reputation on your own e-commerce website or other platforms before applying to become a Walmart salesperson. That’s because Walmart wants to validate that you’re going to be a good, reliable, and ethical partner. They’ll examine your company and products through reviews, order return rates, and comparative pricing on other sites. Walmart does not allow individuals to have seller accounts.<\/span><\/p>\n

In general, your company needs to demonstrate<\/span><\/p>\n