Success Story - "MRO"

Company Description

$900 Million Specialty Print Operation

Company Situation

and Problem Growing inventory; spend fractured between 20-25 suppliers; significant shipping costs, especially for overnight delivery; substantial ‘crisis’ buys at premium cost; 75% of orders faxed; no reporting; negligible account management.

Paladin Actions & Recommendations

Evaluated current spend and suppliers; worked with key stakeholders to generate buy-in; introduced solution partner; facilitated contract process; assisted with implementation and follow up

Client Results

  • 30+% savings
  • Free next day delivery
  • Enhanced bin/restocking strategy
  • Buffer stock held at local store
  • Online order capability
  • Local and national account management
  • Reporting

Significant Savings in Commodity Like Products