Learn how Consus Global assisted a customer with resolving a fertilizer supply chain issue.

Issue:

• Single suppliers have monopolies on the fertilizer.
• Low bargaining power with suppliers.
• Raw materials are sourced from China.

Approach:

• Performed supplier outreach.
• Collected detailed specifications.
• Studied lead times to understand requirements & deliverables.
• Began early annual volume contracting as market prices started to spike.
• Conducted Supplier Market Intelligence through RFP.
• Discovered best prices & product information.
• Requested proposals designed to fit this operation.

Results:

• Significant 15.27% savings was generated through e-auction.
• Identified new suppliers & manufacturers for future reference after sampling their products.