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What features does Baramen offer to product suppliers?
- Global Product Distribution: Manufacturers, exporters, and other product suppliers can offer their products in bulk to buyers through the Baramen global trading platform.
- Price Setting Based on Order Volume: Orders can be limited or unlimited in quantity. Suppliers can set different preparation times and prices for different quantity ranges.
- Setting Global and Local Prices: Since Baramen is a global platform, pricing products in USD is mandatory. However, suppliers can also set local prices in their country’s currency. Buyers can choose to pay either the global or local price when placing an order.
- Receiving Product Inquiries: Sellers receive buyer requests for needed products and can submit their proposals to supply these products.
- Commission-Free Sales: Baramen does not charge any commission fees for the services it provides to sellers.
- Requesting Commercial Services: All users, even if they have not listed their products on the Baramen platform, can request various commercial services (including full trade, logistics, financial, and other services) and choose the best offer from service providers.
- Secure Sales: Suppliers can trade with greater confidence by reviewing the ratings and feedback of buyers and service providers. Additionally, using Baramen’s secure payment services ensures that both parties’ investments are protected.
- Reduced Marketing Costs: By bringing together all members of the trade chain on a single platform, Baramen reduces your marketing costs and helps you reach customers more efficiently.
How long will a product be displayed on the Baramen website?
If you have a basic subscription, your product will be displayed for 2 months. However, if you have purchased a Baramen subscription, your product will be displayed on the site indefinitely.
Do I need to purchase a subscription to list products and send invoices?
After registering on the Baramen website, a basic (free) subscription is activated for you. The features of the basic subscription include:
- Product Listing: 5 products
- Product Editing: 3 times
- Supply Proposals: 5 proposals
- Product Display Duration: 1 month
If you wish to have unlimited access to any of the above features, you can purchase a three-month, six-month, or one-year Baramen subscription.
Sales Methods on Baramen
There are two ways you can sell on Baramen:
- Supply Market (RFQ): The Supply Market is a dynamic platform that connects buyers with suppliers. Here, customers specify the products they need along with the desired order quantity, and their request is registered in the Baramen Supply Market. Suppliers can view these purchase requests and, if they can meet the demand, submit their price proposals. Customers receive these proposals, review the various offers, and select the most suitable one before finalizing their order. For a detailed guide on navigating the Baramen Supply Market and submitting a price proposal, click the following link: “How to Submit a Price Proposal in the Baramen Supply Market.”
- Baramen Store: Suppliers can showcase their products on Baramen, making them easily accessible to customers. Buyers can browse through the product listings, review detailed descriptions, and place their orders instantly. In the next section, we provide a step-by-step guide on how to effectively sell products through the Baramen wholesale store.
How to Become a Seller on Baramen
To start selling on Baramen, follow these steps:
Step 1 – Access the Seller Panel:
- Create a Baramen Account:
If you haven’t registered on Baramen yet, the first step is to create an account. Click here to register on Baramen and follow the detailed instructions in our “How to Register on Baramen” guide. - Select the Seller Role:
During registration, ensure you choose the seller role to access your seller profile. If you didn’t select the seller role at the time of registration, you can update your role by editing your account information. Refer to our guide on “How to Complete/Edit Your Account” for assistance. - Activate the Seller Section:
Once you’ve selected the seller role, the seller section will appear in the left-hand menu of your account. From here, you can start adding products to the Baramen store and submit price proposals to customer purchase requests in the Baramen Supply Market.
Step 2 – Listing a Product in the Store
To add a product to the Baramen store, navigate to the seller menu and select the “Add Product” option. Complete the required fields with the relevant product information, and your listing will be showcased in the Baramen wholesale marketplace. For a step-by-step guide, refer to our instructions on “How to Add a New Product in the Baramen Wholesale Store”.
Step 3 – Viewing Orders
When customers place an order, suppliers will receive a purchase request notification via SMS. To view these customer orders:
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Log in to Your Account:
Access your Baramen account and navigate to the seller section. -
Go to “Received Orders”:
In the left-hand menu, select “Received Orders.” This will display a table listing all the orders you’ve received. -
View Order Details:
Click on the view icon next to an order to access the full details, including the invoice form.
Step 4 – Completing the Invoice
- Customer Communication:
Before finalizing the transaction, you can click the “Contact User” button to communicate directly with the buyer via Baramen chat. This allows you to discuss order details, shipping methods, payment options, and other terms. Once a final agreement is reached, you can proceed to send the invoice. - Invoice Date:
The system automatically fills in the invoice date, indicating when the invoice was sent by the seller. - Proforma Invoice Validity Date:
This date specifies the validity period for the price and other details mentioned in the invoice. - Delivery Date:
Based on the order information and the customer’s designated destination, specify the delivery date for the goods at the agreed-upon location. - Beneficiary Country:
Indicate the country where the payment will be received. - Country, Province, and City of Origin:
Provide details about the shipment’s origin. - Country, Province, and City of Destination:
Specify the goods’ destination. This information is typically based on customer details, but if the destination changes after discussions and agreement with the customer, update the destination accordingly. - Total Weight:
Enter the total weight of the goods in kilograms. - Packaging Type:
Choose the appropriate packaging type from the list. If your preferred packaging is not listed, select “Other” and enter the packaging details in the provided field. - Transportation Method:
Select the mode of transport, such as road, sea, rail, air, or other options (this field is optional). - Payment Method:
Choose your preferred payment method. For enhanced security, it is recommended to use Baramen’s secure payment gateway. If the payment is made through Baramen, the order amount is held in escrow until the order is completed and the goods are delivered. Please note that Baramen is not responsible for transactions conducted outside the secure payment system. - Proposed Price:
Enter your final price based on the customer’s request and the specified destination. Baramen does not charge any commission from either the buyer or the seller for completed transactions. - Currency:
Select your preferred currency for the transaction. - Discounts, Shipping Costs, and Other Expenses:
Filling in this information is optional. - Final Price:
The system automatically calculates the final price based on your proposed price, any discounts, and additional costs. - Payment Method:
Reiterate your payment method selection. Using Baramen’s secure payment gateway is again recommended for safer transactions. If payment is made through the gateway, the funds are held in escrow until the order is finalized and goods are delivered. - Additional Information:
Include any other relevant details related to the invoice in this section. - Incoterms and Shipping Details:
If the origin and destination of the goods differ, specify the Incoterms, loading location, unloading location, and final unloading location.
After completing all the necessary invoice information, click the “Submit” button to send the invoice to the customer.
Step 5 – Invoice Review by the Customer
After you submit the invoice, the customer will review all the details, including pricing, delivery terms, and any other specified conditions. If the customer is satisfied with the terms, they will either approve or reject the invoice.
In case of any issues or questions, both parties can use the Baramen chat to discuss and negotiate further before finalizing the transaction. This ensures that both the buyer and seller are aligned on all aspects of the deal before moving forward.
Step 6 – Payment of the Transaction Amount
Once the customer approves the invoice, they will need to pay the invoice amount according to the selected payment method. This step ensures that the transaction proceeds smoothly, with the payment being made as agreed upon during the negotiation phase.
Step 7 – Payment Confirmation and Order Status
- Using Baramen’s Secure Payment Gateway:
If the Baramen secure payment gateway is used, you will receive a payment confirmation once the funds are deposited. The order status will then automatically update to “Order Preparation,” allowing you to begin processing the order. - Using Other Payment Methods:
If a payment method outside of the Baramen gateway is used, the buyer must first confirm the payment. Afterward, you, as the seller, need to verify the payment and manually update the order status to “Order Preparation.”
Step 8 – Shipping the Goods
After you’ve prepared the order and shipped the goods to the destination, click the “Ship Goods” button to update the order status. This step informs the customer that their order is on its way and allows for smooth tracking and communication during the delivery process.
Step 9 – Receipt of Goods by the Buyer
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Buyer Confirmation:
After the goods have been delivered, the buyer must confirm the delivery date and verify that the physical condition of the goods matches the details outlined in the invoice. -
Payment Transfer with Baramen Secure Payment Gateway:
If you used the Baramen secure payment gateway, once the buyer confirms receipt of the goods, the order amount (with no commission deduction) will be transferred to the seller’s account.
Step 10 – Order Completion – Leave a Review and Rating
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Complete the Process:
Once the order is fully completed, click the “Complete Process” button to finalize the transaction and record it in your Baramen account history. -
Leave a Review:
To help improve the process and assist other users, you can leave a review and rating based on the customer’s performance. Your feedback is valuable in maintaining the quality and reliability of transactions on Baramen.