EXPAND YOUR BRAND
INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTION AND
E-COMMERCE SOLUTIONS TO BROADEN YOUR MARKET REACH
THE CHALLENGE OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Currency Exchange Risk | VAT Taxes | Customs Compliance | Cost of International Shipping |
Tariffs | Local Market Language | Competition and Demand Variables
There are many hurdles businesses must consider when conducting business outside of their country of domicile. From assuming the risk of currency fluctuations, to understanding and complying with unique requirements of international customs and taxes, to finding a way to efficiently move goods across oceans or borders, international trade can become a significant distraction and expense for most companies to implement in-house.
Additionally, it is equally important to assess local market demand, competition and language variables unique to each country to maximize potential sales.
OUR VALUE PROPOSITION
EUROPEAN AMAZON E-COMMERCE STRATEGY
Our business is focused initially on front-loading your products into the European Amazon marketplace. Your products will be sold not only in the U.K. but also on Amazon’s platforms in Germany, France, Spain and Italy. This allows for immediate scale without the marketing expense or time it may take to implement your own brand campaign outside of your current market.
We use Amazon’s world-class Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) delivery service which puts your product in front of millions of Prime members and guarantees fast, reliable delivery services to your targeted customers.
E-COMMERCE EXPERTISE
We create professional high converting listings based on Amazon’s unique customer search terms and use paid advertising to quickly get your products noticed for maximum customer clicks and sales.
We help companies enroll or expand in Amazon’s Brand Registry program which provides more dynamic and robust features to help companies promote their brand and further safeguard against unauthorized sellers or possible infringement.
TRANSLATION SERVICES
We translate each listing to recognize the individual language differences and customer search terms specific to each country where your product is listed.
SIMPLE AND COST-EFFECTIVE INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTION FROM POINTS IN THE UNITED STATES, EUROPE AND CHINA
We buy your products directly from you and take responsibility for transporting those goods to or from foreign ports in Europe, China or the United States. Your responsibility is limited to arranging FOB transport of finished goods to the closest of our European partner’s warehouse locations.
We front-load products into the U.S. or the E.U. via ocean freight. Our access to a low cost consolidated ocean freight program means we have an unparalleled cost advantage compared to air freight or other methods of international delivery.
OTHER AVENUES OF INTERNATIONAL GROWTH
Once a sales history is established, we may be able to work with your company to find alternative international retail distribution avenues.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS PRESENCE
Navy Q Limited is a registered company in the U.K. and the U.S. Our experienced logistics partner is located in Europe with warehouse locations in the U.S., Europe and China. There is no need for your company to obtain a foreign business registration or bank account, deal in foreign currencies, account for international VAT taxes or deal with an international freight forwarder.
ABOUT
AMAZON HIGHLIGHTS - EUROPE AND THE U.S.
Amazon’s U.S. sales in 2017 totaled $120 BIL. For the same period, Germany and the UK combined had sales of $28 Billion. Sales growth is still very strong with over 41% growth in the U.S. and 24% growth in the International markets in 2017. Despite lower overall revenues in Europe, there is much less competition and U.S. companies do not have a dominant market share due to higher barriers of entry or much higher shipping costs. Amazon remains the dominant e-commerce retailer in the world and ranks #1 in customer satisfaction surveys in the U.S. and the U.K.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Professionalism | International Logistics and E-Commerce Expertise | Aligned Interests | Local Market Research | Long-Term Partnership View
It takes time and resources to expand into new markets. We have a long-term partnership mentality and want to work with your company to ensure your brand is represented professionally and always meets with your approval. We research your markets before ordering and start with smaller quantities to test those markets. Orders are paid in advance and there is no requirement of a credit account.
When employing ocean freight, our shipments may initially take up to three months to reach their final destination due to the time it takes to cross the Atlantic, clear customs, move products to and from warehouses and process into an FBA warehouse. However, once your products are listed and selling, we manage your inventory needs based on this timetable. This allows us the flexibility to adjust product selections and quantities based on the initial orders so that both parties can optimize appropriate product mix and quantities over time. However, we can also utilize air freight depending on overall cost and inventory needs.
During the initial phase of launch, while your product is en route, we create your listings and advertising campaigns based on SEO research tools specific to the language of each country. Our goal is to use the local language and words most commonly used by customers to find your product.
Once your product is active, we monitor sales and inventory needs, adjust advertising campaigns and work with you on any necessary changes or additional promotional or product images to optimize your listings to maximize sales.
BENEFITS OF OUR SERVICES
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No foreign business or Custom registrations, no VAT tax obligations or administration, no currency fluctuation risk, no credit risk;
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Proven distribution system with key warehouse locations, experienced European distribution partners and access to consolidated ocean freight transportation facilitating cost-effective and compliant movement of goods across oceans and borders;
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E-commerce expertise to bring professional on-line representation to your brand;
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Partnership mentality. We like to work closely with your team to help establish and grow your brand in untapped markets;
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Low-risk approach to confirm market demand; no additional resources needed from your company to launch internationally
ABOUT THE OWNER
Gretchen Grube held senior positions in the reinsurance and insurance industry in various roles with Fortune 1000 companies as a commercial business underwriter and product line manager. She had always wanted to create a sustainable business of her own using her business background to promote ideals that were in alignment with value, collaboration, and helping other businesses succeed. She founded Navy Q in 2017 with the fundamental belief that this business model was truly an amazing avenue for companies wishing to expand into untapped markets. Call 860-255-4186 or email us at gretchen@navyq.com to learn more about how we can help “Expand Your Brand.”
CONTACT
Our Locations
We are based in Farmington, CT and travel to the larger trade shows during the year. We would be more than happy to schedule a visit then or please call or email us at your convenience.
Contact Info
860-255-4186