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Restaurant inventory management software that connects stock, lots, and shipping
ShipStation’s end-to-end software supports restaurant inventory management. Keep counts accurate, track perishable lots, and fulfill orders fast from one screen. Manage inventory, orders from all your sales channels, and shipping in one place—then compare carrier options and print labels in batches with Rate Shopper to keep delivery fast and cost-efficient.
Get a system that keeps supply and fulfillment in sync
Manage orders from all your sales channels in one place, so inventory stays accurate everywhere you sell. Then use Rate Shopper to compare options across 200+ carriers and choose the best rate for each shipment—without slowing down your workflow.
Trace every batch, not just every SKU
Perishables don’t forgive sloppy data. ShipStation supports lot-based tracking, so your food inventory tracking software also acts like a recall-ready record. You can log expiration dates, ship using FIFO, and see which customers got which batch. When issues pop up, you can move fast and stay calm.
Restock with fewer surprises
Stock management can get messy when demand spikes. ShipStation helps you spot what’s running low and plan restocks with Reorder Assist and Purchase Orders. You’ll know what to buy, when to buy it, and where it should land. That means fewer rush orders and fewer late-night inventory counts.
Ship faster across every channel you sell on
If you sell meal kits, sauces, or merch on your site plus a marketplace, you need speed. Import orders, batch label printing, and automation rules cut steps. Branded tracking pages and notifications keep guests in the loop. Returns can run through a self-serve portal, so your team fields fewer emails.
From receiving to delivery, all in one workflow
Lot Tracking for perishable control and recall readiness
Lot Tracking helps you keep track of every batch, from when it arrives to when it ships. When inbound items arrive, assign them to a lot and add expiration dates. As orders ship, ShipStation allocates lots using FIFO, so older products move first. If you ever need to isolate a batch, you can identify impacted orders without digging through paper logs.
Purchase Orders and receiving that keep your supply chain clean
Better restaurant supply tracking starts when inventory arrives. Create Purchase Orders, send them to suppliers, and receive against them so your counts stay accurate from the start. It keeps your supply flow organized without adding another system to manage. You can also standardize what “received” means for your team—even on busy mornings—so nothing slips through. Match deliveries to POs before stock hits the shelf, and catch short shipments or damaged goods early.
Track inventory across multiple locations
Running a commissary and a storefront? Shipping from more than one kitchen? ShipStation helps you keep inventory organized across every location, so you always know what’s in stock and where it’s coming from. That means more accurate shipping rates, smoother picking, and smarter routing when one location is low and another can ship right away.
Automate inbound and outbound shipments with rate shopping and integrations
Set rules that choose carrier, service, and package based on what you sell and where it’s going. Rate Shopper compares industry-leading rates across USPS®, UPS®, FedEx®, and DHL Express®, helping you control shipping costs as volume grows. Combined with automation rules, you can make smarter shipping decisions without adding manual work. Then push labels out in batches and keep everything moving.
Restaurant inventory management software FAQ for shipping food businesses
Is ShipStation restaurant inventory management software or just shipping software?
What makes this food inventory tracking software different for perishable items?
Can ShipStation handle restaurant stock management across multiple locations?
How does ShipStation help manage restaurant supply logistics with suppliers?
Can I automate inbound and outbound shipments for DTC orders?
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