BigCommerce for Manufacturers: The Multi-Channel Commerce Platform Built for Manufacturing at Scale
BigCommerce gives manufacturers Multi-Storefront, native marketplace sync, headless APIs, and a purpose-built B2B Edition — without the infrastructure overhead of enterprise platforms.
i95Dev helps manufacturers turn those capabilities into connected commerce ecosystems that integrate ERP, inventory, pricing, fulfillment, and customer experiences.

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Years Experience
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Client Retention
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Trusted BigCommerce Experts
Run Dealer, Distributor, Marketplace, B2B, and D2C Channels from a Single Platform.
What BigCommerce gives manufacturers out of the box
Unlike legacy commerce platforms that require extensive customization, BigCommerce delivers many manufacturing-critical capabilities out of the box.

Multi-Channel Selling
Catalog & Products


Performance & SEO
Operations

Ready to See BigCommerce Working for Your Manufacturing Business?
Whether you’re supporting distributors, dealers, marketplaces, or launching a D2C channel,
our specialists will show you how BigCommerce can fit your business.
Manufacturing Use Cases Supported by BigCommerce
Dealer & Distributor Networks
Support complex pricing, account hierarchies, and personalized catalogs for distributors and channel partners.
Hybrid B2B + D2C Commerce
Launch direct-to-consumer channels without disrupting existing distributors or dealer relationships.
Spare Parts
Commerce
Deliver self-service ordering experiences with rich product data, technical documentation, and ERP-driven inventory visibility.
Marketplace Expansion
Sell through Amazon, Walmart, and other channels while managing inventory and orders centrally.
Multi-Brand Commerce
Manage multiple storefronts from a single platform.
Why Manufacturers Choose i95Dev for BigCommerce
For more than 20 years, i95Dev has helped manufacturers connect BigCommerce with the systems that run their business. From ERP and inventory synchronization to dealer portals, marketplace expansion, and B2B workflows, we help manufacturers build commerce operations designed for long-term growth—not just launch websites..
Pre-built ERP connectors
SAP, Dynamics 365, NetSuite, Epicor. Not custom code every engagement — tested, documented, maintained connectors.
B2B Edition specialists
We’ve configured quotes, POs, account hierarchies, and requisition lists for dozens of distributor networks.
Multi-Storefront architecture design
We map your dealer, OEM, and marketplace channel strategy before building a single page.
Post-launch optimization
A dedicated team that improves conversion, adds channels, and expands integrations long after go-live.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BigCommerce good for manufacturing companies?
Yes. BigCommerce is built to handle the intricacies of manufacturing e-commerce. Inherent features include B2B buyer accounts, product pricing by customer, discount tiers, purchase orders, and multi-store management without any customization. Manufacturers are able to manage their B2B distribution network and direct consumer retail stores from one back-end platform with real-time ERP integration to ensure accuracy in inventory, pricing, and orders.
Can BigCommerce handle both B2B and B2C sales for a manufacturer?
Yes, it definitely is one of the biggest strengths that BigCommerce offers to manufacturers. The same BigCommerce installation can be used for both your B2B dealer portal (that includes account-specific pricing, net terms of payment, and purchase orders) and your B2C website selling to consumers directly. This way, manufacturers don’t need to maintain two different systems and different technology stacks.
How does BigCommerce integrate with manufacturing ERP systems?
The software is compatible with popular manufacturing ERPs such as SAP Business One, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, NetSuite, and Sage by using managed connectors such as i95Dev Connect. The compatibility makes it possible to synchronize in real time the product catalogs, pricing, stock, customers, order information, and shipment tracking from BigCommerce to ERP and vice versa without any manual intervention.
What B2B features does BigCommerce offer for manufacturers?
BigCommerce comes equipped with a wide range of B2B functions built into its platform for manufacturers: buyer hierarchy management within corporate accounts, customer group pricing and discounting, payment terms for purchase orders, quote management, bulk orders, self-service buyer portal, sales representative tools, and multi-storefronts. B2B Edition is an enhanced version of BigCommerce, which provides more sophisticated functionalities like buyer approvals, invoicing, and advanced account segmentation.
How long does it take to implement BigCommerce for a manufacturing business?
Implementation time frame for BigCommerce setup in a manufacturing environment ranges from 8 to 16 weeks, based on ERP integration difficulty, product catalog quantity, and B2B portal customizations. For a manufacturing company switching from their current platform or creating a new B2B portal integrated with ERP system, a 12 to 20 week timeline needs to be considered. i95Dev follows a multi-phased approach to implement BigCommerce solutions.
Can BigCommerce support direct-to-consumer (DTC) selling alongside B2B distribution?
Yes. Because of the multi-storefront feature, manufacturers can set up a branded direct-to-consumer store as well as a B2B wholesale store within the same platform, BigCommerce. This enables each of the two stores to have their own brand identity, price structures, and catalogs. At the same time, the two stores share the same products, inventory, and order fulfillment systems.
How does BigCommerce handle dealer or distributor pricing for manufacturers?
BigCommerce has the ability to support customer group pricing, tier pricing, and custom pricing lists per customer account that make it perfect for managing dealers and distributors. With integration between BigCommerce and your ERP system, the dealer-specific prices in your ERP contracts will automatically be imported into BigCommerce, guaranteeing that each dealer gets the correct price based on his or her account.
Does BigCommerce support purchase orders and net payment terms for B2B manufacturers?
Yes. The BigCommerce B2B edition supports purchase order payment types and net terms (Net 30, Net 60, Net 90), which can be set up for individual accounts. This is important for manufacturers that have dealers and distributors who cannot make payments through credit cards but rather through traditional purchasing processes with formal POs and invoicing.
How does i95Dev help manufacturers implement BigCommerce?
i95Dev specializes in manufacturing commerce. We take care of everything from end to end – the whole implementation process including setup of the platform, configuring B2B commerce, ERP integration with i95Dev Connect, data migration, and support. Our expertise lies in BigCommerce integration with manufacturing ERPs such as SAP, Dynamics, NetSuite, and others, as well as implementation of a unified B2B and B2C commerce solution for manufacturers.
What is the difference between BigCommerce B2B Edition and standard BigCommerce for manufacturers?
Basic BigCommerce packages come with the features such as customer groups, tiered pricing, and basic business to business (B2B) functionality that is appropriate for simple wholesale businesses. BigCommerce B2B Edition offers more sophisticated features that are especially relevant for manufacturing and distribution, including corporate account hierarchies where there are multiple buyers for an account, buyer approvals, quoting and invoicing, shared shopping lists, and buyer portals. Manufacturers who have different dealer levels or complex B2B purchasing may require B2B Edition.
Can BigCommerce handle large product catalogs typical in manufacturing?
Absolutely. BigCommerce can handle a catalog with hundreds of thousands of SKUs along with product attributes, variations, and configurations common in manufacturing, including part numbers, specs, compatibility, and configurable products. With the integration of a PIM or ERP product master, updates such as new SKUs, prices, and discontinued products will automatically update the catalog in BigCommerce without any manual work.
What makes BigCommerce a better fit for manufacturers than Shopify?
However, BigCommerce provides more B2B functionalities out of the box compared to a typical Shopify offering, which includes corporate accounts, payment terms, and multiple storefronts without any extra app installation. It is especially useful for manufacturers that require complex B2B features but not ready to spend much on customizing their store. However, in case of an emphasis on user-friendliness and a vast library of apps for DTC selling, Shopify Plus can compete with BigCommerce too.
Does i95Dev offer post-launch support for BigCommerce manufacturing implementations?
Absolutely. i95Dev offers managed support services for BigCommerce manufacturing websites, including upgrades to the BigCommerce platform, monitoring, troubleshooting issues with integration to the ERP system, and optimizations of features. Our managed support guarantees that your BigCommerce website and its ERP integration remain accurate as your company grows and new updates are released.
Let’s Talk About Your BigCommerce Strategy
Our BigCommerce-certified specialists will show you how Multi-Storefront architecture, B2B Edition, and ERP integrations can support your specific manufacturing business model.
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