Our consulting experts have 17 years of cross-industry project experience with specialised expertise from over 2,000 bespoke optimisation projects.
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Holistic consulting for procurement, logistics & supply chain
„We don't talk. We implement.“
KLOEPFEL by EPSA: Your partner for measurable purchasing optimisation. We stand for real implementation instead of expensive PowerPoint slides.
As part of the EPSA GROUP, we are the largest pan-European specialist in procurement, supply chain & logistics for SMEs and large companies. We combine strategic analysis with operational excellence – and entirely without any risk for you.
- 100 % success-based: No savings, no fee.
- Global Power: 5,000 experts in 40 countries secure your returns.
- Hands-on practice: Over 2,000 successful projects and in-depth industry knowledge.
Sustainable. Measurable. Partnership-based. We unlock your return potential and increase your company value.
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Our services in purchasing consultancy
KLOEPFEL by EPSA's service portfolio covers all relevant areas of procurement and supply chain. From cost optimisation and structural and process optimisation, to personnel and logistics solutions and outsourcing, we support you in increasing efficiency, streamlining processes, and optimally positioning your team. Furthermore, we optimise product and production costs. Every area of our procurement consulting is geared towards creating genuine economic added value. We always place particular emphasis on practical implementation and measurable results.
Cost optimisation
We sustainably reduce your purchasing costs through the analysis of processes and suppliers, identification of savings potential, and implementation of practical solutions.
Structural and Process Optimisation
We optimise your purchasing structures and processes in a practical and measurable way, to streamline operations, eliminate weak points, and position your organisation to be more transparent and future-proof.
Supply Chain & Procurement Structure
We optimise your supply chain holistically, increasing service and customer satisfaction, reducing costs and delays, and creating transparency and resilience throughout the entire supply chain.
Logistics optimisation
We offer holistic and sustainable logistics optimisation with tailor-made, best-in-class solutions, allowing you maximum flexibility without fixed personnel costs.
Product & Production Cost Optimisation
We offer holistic and modular manufacturing optimisation solutions that create cost transparency, reduce waste, and make your production processes more efficient.
Personnel services
We sustainably strengthen your procurement organisation with executive search, interim management, buyer training, and our Academy, and gain qualified specialists and executives for your company through our international network.
EXPERTISE
Our diverse and long-standing purchasing expertise, combined with the cross-industry know-how of our specialists, convinces customers across Europe – companies have been relying on our procurement consulting since 2007.
Our industry expertise
Whether construction, trade, industry or services – every sector has its own challenges. With in-depth expertise and industry-specific solutions, we help you to identify purchasing potential and utilise it profitably.
Automotive
In the automotive industry, purchasing is under constant pressure to innovate and reduce costs, with high demands on quality, supply capability and global supply chains.
Construction industry
Procurement in the construction sector faces challenges such as volatile material prices and tight deadlines, making flexibility, planning certainty, and efficient processes crucial.
services
Service companies face the challenge in procurement of precisely managing intangible services, controlling costs, and efficiently involving external partners.
Handel
In retail, speed, margin protection and product range diversity are central purchasing themes, while simultaneously optimising supply and warehousing processes.
Pharmaceuticals and Health Care
The Pharma & Health Care sector has high demands on regulatory security, traceability, and stable supply chains for sensitive products in procurement.
Consumer goods industry
The consumer goods industry demands maximum responsiveness, short product life cycles, and precise supplier management in purchasing for competitive results.
Mechanical and plant engineering
In mechanical and plant engineering, technical complexity, long project lead times, and globally distributed supply chains are typical procurement challenges.
Private Equity
Private equity firms expect procurement to deliver rapid value creation through targeted efficiency improvements, transparency, and scalable processes.
Special vehicle construction
In special vehicle construction, individuality, technical demands, and close coordination with suppliers are central requirements for a high-performing purchasing department.
Procurement consultancy - Proven Strategies
With €600 million in revenue, 16,000 customers worldwide and 5,000 experts in 40 countries, KLOEPFEL by EPSA stands for practice-oriented procurement optimisation and the 100% based on success. Our projects in strategic procurement and sustainable procurement optimisation achieve measurable savings along the entire supply chain. This makes us one of the most experienced addresses for Procurement consultancy In German-speaking countries. Over the past 19 years, we have successfully achieved €400 million in savings. We implement sustainable cost reduction strategies, which is also reflected in our numerous case studies. Download the case studies for free.
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Kloepfel Consulting by Epsa
Together with the EPSA GROUP, KLOEPFEL by EPSA forms the largest pan-European purchasing consulting firm for small and medium-sized enterprises and large corporations. With a turnover of 600 million euros, 16,000 customers worldwide, and 5,000 experts in 40 countries, KLOEPFEL by EPSA consistently focuses on a success-based model.
KLOEPFEL by EPSA - the largest pan-European purchasing consultancy
The multi-award-winning purchasing consultancy KLOEPFEL – consulting was founded in 2007. Today, with over 2,000 clients, it has grown into KLOEPFEL by EPSA. Together with the parent company EPSA GROUP, the network of 5,000 specialists in 40 countries unites purchasing consulting and procurement consulting under one roof – from local advice to international procurement strategy.
This is how we provide our customers with real added value and deliver a big PLUS for your cost optimisation.
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions about Purchasing, Logistics & Supply Chain
What differentiates Kloepfel Consulting's purchasing consultancy from traditional management consultancies?
Our focus is on results and implementation. While many consultancies merely create concepts, we support our clients all the way to the final implementation of measures. A special feature is our success-oriented fee model: we measure ourselves by the success actually achieved, which minimises financial risk for our clients and guarantees maximum motivation on our part.
Purchasing consulting is advisable for businesses of all sizes. The specific benefits vary depending on the company's size and industry.
Essentially, companies benefit from an external perspective once they reach a relevant purchasing volume. Our expertise is cross-industry – from medium-sized manufacturing businesses to international corporations. The consultation is particularly valuable when:
- The purchasing organisation has not kept pace with company growth.
- Specialised commodity group expertise (e.g. for raw materials or indirect procurement) is lacking.
- Transparency on the actual cost structures should be created.
How does Kloepfel Consulting identify short-term cost-saving opportunities in procurement optimisation?
We use a structured potential analysis, whereby we scrutinise the product group structure, supplier contracts, and purchasing processes. Through our benchmarking from over 1,000 projects, we can very quickly identify where prices are not market-driven or where immediate savings can be achieved through consolidation and streamlined processes. The objective is often a quick ROI, which finances the project itself.
Does purchasing optimisation inevitably lead to a deterioration of supplier relationships?
- Clearer specifications and leaner ordering processes.
- Larger volumes through supplier bundling.
- Long-term planning security. We focus on sustainable value chains where quality and delivery reliability are just as important as price.
How does Kloepfel Consulting help companies make their supply chains more resilient?
In times of global uncertainty, risk management is essential. We help companies identify dependencies (single sourcing) and implement strategies such as dual sourcing or local sourcing. By establishing early warning systems and analysing tier-n suppliers (suppliers of your suppliers), we make your supply chain more resilient to external shocks.
Digitalisation plays a crucial role in supply chain management.
Digitisation is key to transparency and speed. We support you in selecting and implementing suitable tools – from e-sourcing platforms to AI-powered demand forecasting.
- Transparency: Real-time data on inventory and delivery status.
- Efficiency: Automation of operational activities (Procure-to-Pay).
- Strategy: Improved decision-making basis through sound data analyses (Spend Analytics).
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Part of the EPSA Group since 2021: Local expertise, global impact with 5,000+ experts.
