How a leading food distribution company saw $2.1M savings realized in year one
A leading company was facing higher costs and operational challenges due to inefficiencies in supplier contracts, network planning, and fleet productivity. To transform their procurement strategy, they aimed to break down inbound freight costs, use fleet analytics to improve fleet performance, and increase overall distribution efficiency.
ProcureAbility’s strategic procurement approach
Freight cost reduction:
Developed a costing model and negotiated supplier contracts to lower inbound freight expenses.
Fleet & network optimization:
Leveraged data-driven routing tools, test scenarios, and impact analysis to enhance fleet performance.
Productivity & efficiency improvements:
Implemented cloud-based fleet tracking, industry benchmarks, and incentive programs to maximize asset utilization.
Client results & business impact
$2.1M in savings realized in year one
This exceeded initial targets.
$4M in future savings
Identified through long-term procurement strategies.
1 hour saved per route, per day
Improving delivery efficiency.
With ProcureAbility’s procurement consulting expertise, the company successfully negotiated lower costs, strengthened supplier agreements, and optimized fleet operations. As a result, they achieved a more cost-effective, agile supply chain with improved service levels. Access the full case study below to see how data-driven procurement strategies can transform your operations.