$2.7M
Cost savings from supplier diversification and freight optimization
A Medical Device Producer Optimizes Supply Chain and Suppliers: $2.7M Cost Savings and 30% Productivity Gain Through Supply Chain Optimization and Supplier Diversification
Industry: Life Sciences
Service: Cost and Value Engineering
Service: Manufacturing
Service: Procurement
Service: Supply Chain
Our Client
A global manufacturer of insulin pen needles, syringes, and complementary diabetes care products serving human and veterinary applications.
The Challenge
The client faced significant supply chain vulnerabilities and operational inefficiencies due to overreliance on a single supplier and fragmented processes across procurement, production, and distribution.
- High supply risk from dependency on one major supplier
- Limited efficiency in procurement, production, and warehouse operations
- Excess finished goods inventory tying up cash flow
- Elevated freight costs and suboptimal contract management
- Lack of qualified alternative suppliers reducing sourcing flexibility
Real Results Achieved Together
EFESO’s end-to-end optimization program strengthened the client’s supply chain resilience, reduced costs, and improved operational performance across production, logistics, and sourcing.
30%
Productivity increase in production operations
22%
Reduction in finished goods inventory
+250
SKUs to sourced from 4 different countries and predominately marketed in North America
Transformation Impact
- Improved cash flow and warehouse efficiency
- Enhanced sourcing flexibility through supplier diversification
- Established standardized supply and distribution processes
Our Approach
EFESO conducted a comprehensive operational assessment to pinpoint inefficiencies and build a resilient, cost-optimized supply network through five key workstreams:
Production Efficiency Improvement
- Identified and implemented initiatives reducing direct labor costs by 30%.
Freight Cost Optimization
- Analyzed freight spend and developed negotiation strategies achieving an 8% reduction.
Inventory Management Enhancement
- Optimized safety stock and reduced finished goods inventory by 22%.
Supplier Diversification & Cost Reduction
- Qualified alternative suppliers in low-cost countries, delivering $2.7M in savings.
Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP)
- Introduced a formal SIOP process aligning procurement, production, and logistics for long-term stability.
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Ready to Strengthen Your Supply Chain Resilience and Reduce Costs?
- Optimize supplier base and sourcing strategies.
- Reduce freight and inventory costs.
- Enhance operational efficiency and cash flow visibility.
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