The procurement of goods often involves a complex supply chain which is not managed or optimised. Failure to maintain a regular flow of goods will have a devastating impact on manufacturing and retail organisations.

World Class procurement and a requirement for lowest cost options will, typically, strengthen the supply chain. Its effective management is essential to identify excess inventory, shipping and overall costs. The changes in cost dynamics on a global basis is an excellent reason to conduct reviews of existing arrangements.

Our services include:

  • Supply market research
  • Logistics reviews
  • Defining the extent of supply chain
  • Inventory structuring
  • Negotiating partnership deals
  • Renegotiation of current contracts
  • Supply market testing
  • Negotiation of prices and contract terms
  • Outsourcing manufacture
  • Supplier - client shared warehousing
  • Identify the key cost drivers
  • Supplier performance metrics
  • Supplier appraisal
  • Vendor rating
  • Incentivisation of supplier performance
  • Supplier award schemes
  • Contract termination for non-performance
  • Risk assessment studies
  • Tooling procurement
  • Preparation of enquiry/tender packages