Cross-Border Procurement Optimization
Streamlining procurement processes for a manufacturing company across multiple CEMAC countries, reducing costs by 25% and procurement time by 60%.
The Challenge
A growing manufacturing company operating across Cameroon, Gabon, Congo, and Chad faced significant challenges with their procurement processes. Each country had different suppliers, regulations, and logistics requirements, leading to inefficiencies and high costs.
- Fragmented supplier relationships across countries
- Long procurement cycles averaging 90+ days
- High costs due to lack of volume negotiations
- Complex customs and cross-border logistics
Our Solution
Centralized Procurement
Unified procurement platform across all CEMAC operations
Supplier Network
Established vetted supplier network with volume discounts
Process Automation
Automated workflows reducing manual processing time
Cost Optimization
Strategic sourcing and negotiation strategies
Results & Impact
Procurement Time Reduction
Reduced average procurement cycle from 90 days to 36 days through streamlined processes and automation.
Cost Savings
Achieved significant cost reductions through volume negotiations and optimized supplier relationships.
On-Time Delivery Rate
Improved delivery reliability through better logistics coordination and supplier management.
Compliance Achievement
Full compliance with customs and regulatory requirements across all four countries.
Winnow's procurement solution has been transformative for our operations. We've not only reduced costs significantly but also improved our ability to respond to market demands quickly.
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