Improved costs, demand management, and collaboration
Situation:
A global distributor of fasteners and components was experiencing inefficiencies across its supply chain, resulting in poor service levels and reduced profitability.
Actions:
- Developed and implemented procurement sourcing tools and category management strategies
- Mapped supply chain systems and logistics processes
- Developed and implemented replenishment process based on historical use, classification, and lead times
- Integrated warehouse Hub/Spoke system, reducing total inventory, stockouts, and procurement cycles
- Implemented MRP, automating Sales/PO processing
- Established Strategic Customer procurement process
- Optimized performance with KPI dashboards
- Developed client staff through interim leadership
Results: Delivered verified financial and operational improvements coupled with functional re-alignment. Established resilient Supply Chain processes supporting strategic market growth.
