Procurement for European E-Commerce Enterprise from China
Background:
This European e-commerce enterprise sells kitchen accessories and household supplies online, sourcing products from various suppliers in China.
Challenges:
The business faces logistical complexity due to the large number of products in small quantities, which are sourced from hundreds of suppliers across China. Coordinating sourcing, orders, production, and shipping for such a wide range of products is both time-consuming and inefficient.
Lean solutions:
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1.Centralized Sourcing & Coordination:
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Manage the sourcing of all products, coordinate order fulfillment, oversee production schedules, and implement quality control processes. This allows the enterprise to focus on sales and customer engagement while the procurement process is streamlined.
2. Consolidated Shipments for Cost Savings:
Aggregate small quantities of products from various suppliers in the LEAN SUPPORTS warehouse. By consolidating multiple items into full container loads, the company can significantly reduce shipping costs and improve logistical efficiency.
This approach optimizes the supply chain, minimizes operational complexity, and drives cost savings, ultimately supporting the enterprise’s growth and profitability.