Our client, a leading beverage manufacturer (anonymised), transformed its procurement from manual, Excel-based processes with media breaks to a data-driven, digitally integrated function. Initial situation: lack of transparency and strategy, poor integration with production, logistics, and sales, high complexity due to temperature-controlled supply chains. Objectives: increase efficiency through digitalisation, strategic realignment based on robust data, cross-functional collaboration, and quick wins.
Approach: Situation analysis via online surveys and interviews, definition of clear objectives/fields of action, implementation of digital tools (ERP integration, Spend Cube), initial category strategies (e.g., packaging, raw materials), workshops and on-the-job training, KPI set with controlling. Levers: Market transparency, systematic supplier evaluation, structured action plans.
Results: Lead times −25 to −27 %(prospectively up to −35 %) through system integration and process automation. Savings: Packaging up to −9 %, „red fruit“ up to −7 % . Additionally improved demand planning, more stable supply chains, and noticeably less food waste. Sales argumentation and controlling benefit from reliable, accessible data.