Ensures smooth processes from purchase to delivery

Following an initial discussion about your KPIs (OTIF, inventory turnover rate, COGS) and system environment (SAP, M3, Dynamics 365, WMS), we create a requirements profile that also takes into account your company culture and leadership style. Our network of approximately 8,000 quality-assured interim consultants is filtered based on industry experience, Lean/Six Sigma credentials, and regulatory insight. Three to four candidates are presented within five business days—reference-checked and ready to start.

You see the full cost breakdown before making a decision: 80% of the fee goes directly to the consultant, and 20% to us. No upfront fees, no performance-based surcharges, and no minimum contract term if your needs change. The budget is fixed—the savings and service improvements are all yours.

Your personal advisor oversees the project from the requirements profile through to handover. The interim manager implements an S&OP process, a risk matrix, and digital KPI dashboards that link forecast errors, capacity utilization, and transportation costs to the bottom line. Procedures and documentation are handed over in a ready-to-use format, enabling the organization to operate independently after the project concludes.

We provide experienced and qualified interim consultants for procurement and supply chain assignments, tailored to both short-term and long-term needs. Whether you’re looking for a Procurement Manager, a Sourcing Specialist, or an expert in logistics and supply chains, we can quickly match you with the right talent for your assignment. Here are some of the roles we fill:

Sales, planning, purchasing, and distribution come together in a coordinated S&OP cycle every week. MRP parameters are fine-tuned; ABC analysis distinguishes A-items from long-tail items, and pull zones for fast-moving items make picking and replenishment self-explanatory. Lead times are shortened by two to three days, backorders decrease, and express shipping costs drop. OTIF is approaching 98% without increased tied-up capital.

The transport network is optimized through route analysis and new freight agreements. Load utilization increases from 78% to over 90%, and safety stock is simulated in a digital twin so that buffers can be reduced by 15 to 20% without risk. Lower WIP and fewer premium shipments free up working capital. Supply chain costs as a percentage of revenue decrease by two to three percentage points in the first quarter.

The Customs Code, export controls, REACH, RoHS, and sustainability requirements are consolidated into a single compliance platform. Each link is assigned a risk score, with monthly reviews and clear thresholds for action. Backup suppliers with verified sample deliveries can be activated within 48 hours. The result is fewer delays, a lower risk of penalties, and a stronger brand.

The system integrates forecasting, sales and operations planning (S&OP), MRP, WMS, TMS, and any APS systems into an end-to-end perspective. Master data and KPIs are linked in a shared data warehouse so that the impact of each parameter is immediately visible in the margin. Tools such as ABC analysis, safety stock formulas, network design, and total landed cost are used to make data-driven decisions.

Weekly coordination meetings with suppliers, 3PL partners, and internal teams have replaced email chains. Service commitments are clarified, deviations are reported quickly, and root causes are resolved collaboratively, from the forecasting meeting to the port of discharge.

Port strikes, container shortages, or spikes in demand are managed using predefined scenarios that outline the costs, service levels, and carbon footprint for each alternative route. Buffer strategies such as supplier-owned inventory and cross-docking at customer-proximate hubs provide flexibility without increasing overall inventory levels. Communication begins early and priorities are clearly defined, ensuring that trust remains intact even when conditions change.