In the retail sector and particularly in fashion, it is fundamental to be adaptable in a constantly evolving industry. With the rise of e-commerce over the past decade, we have witnessed a significant shift in consumer expectations around choice, delivery speed and price, introducing new pressures for retailers globally. For many outlets, it is becoming increasingly common for consumer demand to outweigh internal warehousing capacities, and we are seeing more and more brands turn to third-party logistics suppliers for support.
Retailers, both globally and in the UK, can benefit from a unique approach to logistics demonstrated by a warehousing solutions expert on Magna Park in Leicestershire, which offers flexibility and constant support to its customers, covering all aspects of supply chain management from the point of manufacture through to the point of delivery to store or consumer.
Rhenus Warehousing Solutions Lutterworth is the UK warehousing arm of the Rhenus Group, a global leading logistics specialist with an annual turnover of EUR 5.4bn.
The third-party logistics supplier offers a variety of bespoke warehousing and distribution services, predominantly in the retail sector, with tailored solutions for fashion and e-commerce customers.
Rhenus Warehousing Solutions Lutterworth offers over 30 years of experience working with many high-profile brands within its customer portfolio, including Marks & Spencer – a longstanding partner of more than 20 years.
The logistics provider believes in the importance of accuracy and innovation in fashion logistics and has recently launched its ‘Always in Fashion’ campaign, which outlines how its core values such as service, value and a personal approach will always be ‘on trend’.
Managing Director at Rhenus Warehousing Solutions Lutterworth, Kerry Delaney, said:
At Rhenus, our personalised approach to delivering services has enabled us to successfully sustain growth and build a strong reputation as a leading provider of logistics, with our UK focus sectors being primarily fashion and e-commerce.
“There are many aspects of third-party logistics from which fashion retailers can benefit, with key benefits including expertise from international logistics professionals, and the assurance of speed to market. Generally, the sector also has the added pressure of dealing with a high rate of returned items, which requires know-how and scalability to process efficiently.”
The decentralised structure of Rhenus enables the company to operate like a family business, while its scale and the backing of a high-profile global company ensures up-to-date services are in place to keep on top of the evolving standards of the industry.
Kerry Delaney added:
Our experienced team are fully equipped to deal with all levels of requirements, with advanced industry equipment and effective procedures in place to ensure a top-quality service is maintained even during peak seasons.
“We handle an excess of 150 million fashion items per annum, which demonstrates that we understand our customers and are able to provide the necessary flexibility and expertise within the industry.
“We also build long-term partnerships with our customers – not just offering a ‘paid-for service’; this is what makes us different from other contract logistics providers.”
The warehousing solutions experts believe that looking to the future is a must in maintaining an adaptable, successful and sustainable business.
Kerry Delaney said:
We have doubled our profitability since 2017 due to a strong focus on continuous improvement initiatives and innovation.
“Our future growth plans include the next step in our journey, which will see us consolidate our four existing warehouses into one state-of-the-art warehouse facility.
“As a responsible and forward-thinking provider of logistics, we have built-in sustainability criteria for our warehouse building specifications. This means that by 2026 we will be carbon neutral, which we will achieve through investment into photovoltaic power generation and carbon efficient lighting and heating systems.”
To find out how Rhenus Warehousing Solutions Lutterworth can help your business, telephone 01455 200700 or email wslutterworth@rhenus.com