Logistics services / Logistics brokerage
Logistics Brokerage - Warehouse, Fulfillment & Transport, One Partner
Vologis helps companies find and vet warehouse space, fulfillment partners and reliable carriers - without tying up your own team in months of research and negotiations. We take on the full burden of comparing offers, verifying operators and selecting the right fit for your cargo type, including demanding sectors like cold storage, ADR and pharma. We're 100% independent - we represent your interests, not any operator's.
- Warehouses, fulfillment and storage space
- Vetted 3PL operators and logistics partners
- Specialist sectors: cold storage, ADR, pharma, FMCG, bulk feed transport (GMP+)
- Domestic and international transport
- 100% independent - no commissions from operators
Finding the right warehouse or fulfillment partner takes months - if you do it alone
In many companies, choosing a logistics operator looks the same: a few enquiries to well-known market names, comparing PDF offers, and negotiations conducted without knowing market rates and SLA standards. The decision ends up being based on who responded fastest - not necessarily the best fit.
The problem compounds when cargo has specific requirements: cold storage, ADR, pharma, high SKU turnover, marketplace integrations. The number of operators who genuinely meet those requirements - not just claim to - is far smaller than an initial market scan suggests.
Vologis logistics brokerage takes on this entire burden. We don't just point to an operator - we verify them, negotiate terms and coordinate the launch, staying on your side throughout the whole process.
Who is logistics brokerage for?
This service is for companies that need efficient operator or warehouse selection without committing their own team to a lengthy research process.
Manufacturing companies
When you need warehouse space for raw materials, components and finished goods - plus transport that matches your production rhythm.
Trading and distribution companies
When you need warehousing, order picking and distribution across multiple customers and lanes simultaneously.
E-commerce and D2C
When you're looking for a fulfillment partner: storage, picking, packing, returns and marketplace integrations.
Specialist industries
When you need cold storage, ADR-compliant warehousing or GDP-certified pharmaceutical storage.
Importers and exporters
When you need buffer storage, customs handling and international transport in one place.
What does logistics brokerage cover?
The scope can cover warehouse or fulfillment operator selection, ongoing logistics service, or broader support - including transport coordination and supplier management.
Warehouse and storage selection
We find and vet warehouse space matched to your cargo, location and requirements - from standard storage to high-bay, cold storage and ADR warehouses.
Fulfillment partners
We select fulfillment operators for e-commerce and D2C: picking, packing, returns, marketplace integrations and sales platform connections. We compare pricing models and SLAs.
3PL/4PL logistics operators
We vet and recommend logistics operators for ongoing service. We review processes, references, operational capability and negotiate SLA terms on your behalf.
Specialist industries
We handle demanding categories: cold storage and cold chain, ADR warehouses for hazardous materials, pharma and GDP requirements, high-turnover FMCG. We also verify GMP+ carriers for bulk feed and loose goods transport.
Transport coordination
We select carriers and coordinate domestic and international transport - FTL, LTL and groupage - as a complement to warehousing and fulfillment services.
Negotiations and coordination
We negotiate terms and SLAs on the client's behalf, coordinate communication between operators and manage documentation throughout the entire process.
Vologis brokerage, a real estate agency, and a direct 3PL enquiry - what's the difference?
How we work
How does the engagement work, step by step?
Warehousing and fulfillment needs analysis
We start by defining cargo specifics, volumes, industry requirements and expected service levels. We ask everything: from temperature requirements and certifications to sales system integrations and billing models.
Market review and operator qualification
Based on the gathered data we identify warehouse, fulfillment and 3PL/4PL operators who can realistically handle your requirements. We filter out those who don't meet the key criteria.
Operator verification
We check processes, references, operational capabilities, certifications and infrastructure. We don't rely solely on declarations - we verify whether the operator genuinely meets the requirements of your cargo and industry.
Offer comparison and recommendation
We collect offers, compare pricing models, SLAs, contract terms and operational fit. We prepare a clear recommendation with reasoning - no jargon, no bias.
Terms and SLA negotiation
We negotiate rates, volumes, penalties and commitments on your behalf. We have experience on both sides of the negotiating table - we know what's negotiable and where the real margin lies.
Launch coordination and oversight
After the decision, we coordinate onboarding, operations launch and the first weeks of cooperation. If needed, we stay on as a quality oversight partner and escalation support.
Industries and specialisations we cover
Cold storage and cold chain
We select cold storage and cold chain operators for products requiring controlled temperature - from +2/+8°C to deep freeze.
ADR warehouses
We vet operators with the appropriate permits and infrastructure for storing hazardous materials in compliance with ADR regulations.
Pharma and GDP
We select warehouse partners meeting Good Distribution Practice requirements. We verify certificates, procedures and storage conditions for medicinal products and supplements.
High-turnover FMCG
For food, cosmetics and FMCG we select operators capable of handling large volumes with short shelf lives, FIFO/FEFO and quality requirements.
E-commerce and D2C fulfillment
We select fulfillment partners for online order handling: SKU storage, picking, packing, returns management and e-commerce platform integrations.
Automotive and manufacturing
We vet operators for automotive and industrial component handling: JIT warehousing, sequence management, quality requirements and IATF/ISO certifications.
Bulk feed transport (GMP+)
We select carriers and operators meeting the GMP+ standard for safe transport of animal feed and bulk loose goods. Vologis holds a certified GMP/GMP+ compliance competency (DEKRA Certification).
What does your company gain?
Save months of research
You don't need to search the market yourself, compare dozens of offers and vet operators. We take on that entire burden.
Independent market assessment
Vologis has no ties to any warehouse or fulfillment operator. We recommend only what genuinely fits your needs and budget.
Verification, not just offers
We check processes, references and capabilities - not just declarations. An operator that looks good on paper may not meet your cargo requirements.
More effective negotiations
We have experience on both sides of the table. We know what can be negotiated on rates, SLAs and contract terms - and we do it on your behalf.
Access to specialist operators
Cold storage, ADR, pharma - we know the market and which operators genuinely serve demanding industries and hold the necessary certifications.
Warehouse and transport in one
We coordinate warehousing, fulfillment and transport together - without having to manage multiple independent suppliers.
When does logistics brokerage make sense?
- when your company is looking for a warehouse or operator but has no time for months of research
- when you need a fulfillment partner for e-commerce or D2C
- when your cargo requires specialist conditions: cold storage, ADR or pharma (GDP)
- when your current operator no longer meets growing operational requirements
- when you're scaling and need larger or better-located space
- when you're entering new markets and need a new logistics operator
- when you want to compare the market independently without tying up your own team
- when you want an assessment of an offer you've already received from an operator
- when warehouse and transport need to work together, not as separate silos
- when negotiations with an operator require logistics expertise
What to prepare for the first enquiry?
Basic information for an initial operator shortlist
- location or preferred region in Poland / Europe
- storage volume: sqm, pallets or cbm
- cargo type and characteristics
- industry requirements: temperature, ADR, pharma (GDP), FMCG
- expected additional services: picking, packing, labelling, returns
- estimated number of shipments per month (for fulfillment)
- expected start date of cooperation
- certification requirements or quality standards
Why Vologis?
Vologis combines hands-on logistics operations experience with a purely advisory approach. That means we have no ties to any operator - we don't have warehouse portfolios to rent out or volume contracts with specific 3PLs. Our only interest is finding the solution that works for you.
We verify operators, not just compare their offers. We negotiate SLAs and rates with knowledge of market benchmarks. And we stay with you throughout the entire process - from the first enquiry to operations launch.
Talk to Vologis- Hands-on experience in logistics operations
- 100% independent - no ties to operators
- Verifying actual capabilities, not just declarations
- Handling specialist industries: cold storage, ADR, pharma
- Negotiating terms and SLAs on the client's behalf
- Warehouse, fulfillment and transport coordinated together
Example engagement scenarios
E-commerce / D2C
Fulfillment partner for growing online sales
An e-commerce company with several thousand active SKUs needs an external fulfillment partner. Vologis selects an operator, compares pricing models and SLAs, negotiates terms and coordinates the launch.
Manufacturing company
Buffer warehouse for components and finished goods
A manufacturer needs storage space near its plant - to match its production rhythm and customer delivery schedule. Vologis identifies operators, verifies capabilities and negotiates SLA terms.
Importer / pharma
Cold storage meeting GDP requirements
A pharmaceutical importer needs a warehouse partner with certified cold storage conditions and GDP procedures. Vologis verifies operators for genuine compliance, not just stated compliance.
FAQ - frequently asked questions
Can you find a warehouse for specific requirements (cold storage, ADR)?
Yes. We specialise in selecting warehouse space for demanding categories - cold storage and cold chain, ADR warehouses for hazardous materials and GDP-compliant pharmaceutical storage. We verify that the operator genuinely meets requirements, not just states they do.
How does Vologis brokerage differ from a real estate agency?
An agency finds you a building and stops there. We verify the operator's processes and capabilities, negotiate SLAs, select fulfillment and transport, and coordinate the whole thing. We don't represent the landlord - we represent your interests.
Do you handle fulfillment for e-commerce?
Yes. We select fulfillment partners for e-commerce and D2C: storage, picking, packing, returns handling and marketplace and e-commerce platform integrations. We compare pricing models and SLA levels.
Does Vologis also arrange transport?
Yes. Transport is part of our offering - as a complement to warehousing and fulfillment. We select carriers and coordinate domestic and international transport: FTL, LTL and groupage.
Is Vologis independent of warehouse operators?
Yes, 100%. We don't represent any warehouse operator, carrier or fulfillment provider. Our fee comes exclusively from the client - which is why we can objectively assess the market and negotiate on your behalf.
How long does it take to find the right operator or warehouse?
It depends on the complexity of the requirements. A standard 3PL operator or storage space search typically takes 2-4 weeks from the point of receiving complete data. For specialist industries (cold storage, ADR, pharma) it may take longer due to the need to verify certifications and procedures.
Need a warehouse, a fulfillment partner or a vetted 3PL operator?
Tell us what you're looking for: warehouse space, e-commerce fulfillment, transport, cold storage, ADR - or all of the above. Vologis will do the research, vet the operators and find the solution that fits your cargo and industry.
Detailed solutions
Every industry has its own logistics specifics. See how we help specific sectors.
Looking for an operator at no cost, or want to sell vacant space?
If you're a manufacturing company looking for a logistics partner at no charge, or an operator with vacant space to fill - this service is for you.
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