Advisory Solutions Built for Manufacturing Scale

Each engagement is scoped to your operation's complexity, not resized from a template deck.

Mid-market manufacturers face supply chain challenges that generic consultants struggle to understand. We have worked in the plants, negotiated the contracts, and run the transformations. Our solutions are built to fit companies with $50M to $2B in revenue that need real execution, not advisory theater.

What We Do

Network & Inventory

Distribution Network Strategy

Most mid-market manufacturers have inherited their network from a different era of the business. We model your total cost to serve — including inventory carrying cost, transportation, warehousing, and service level — under multiple footprint scenarios. You get a decision-grade analysis, not a PowerPoint with arrows.

Discuss Your Network

Deliverables

  • Total cost to serve model by SKU and region
  • 3-scenario footprint analysis (current / optimized / hybrid)
  • Inventory optimization recommendations by channel
  • Implementation roadmap with phasing
Procurement

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

Raw materials and indirect procurement represent 40-60% of cost of goods sold for most manufacturers. We run structured category sourcing events, consolidate supplier bases, and negotiate contracts that hold under real market conditions. Our team has done this across steel, polymers, electronics, and packaging categories.

Review Your Categories

Deliverables

  • Category spend analysis and baselining
  • Should-cost modeling for key materials
  • Supplier consolidation roadmap
  • Contract negotiation support and execution
Transportation

Freight & Transportation Optimization

Freight is typically the largest logistics line item and the most mismanaged. We run freight audits that expose hidden charges, consolidate carrier base to improve leverage, and shift volume to optimal modes. Clients typically see 12-22% reduction in total freight spend within 120 days.

Audit Your Freight

Deliverables

  • Full freight audit and charge validation
  • Carrier RFP and consolidation program
  • Mode shift analysis (LTL to TL, partial to full)
  • Ongoing rate benchmarking program
Technology

TMS Selection & Implementation Oversight

A TMS implementation can consume 18 months and $2M of budget if done wrong. We help you select the right system for your operation's complexity, manage the vendor, and keep implementation on track. We do not take vendor commissions — our advice is based on what actually works.

Plan Your Implementation

Deliverables

  • TMS requirements definition and vendor scoring
  • Implementation project management
  • Data migration and cleansing oversight
  • Post-go-live support and adoption coaching

How We Work

Scoped to Your Problem

We do not propose work that does not directly address your stated pain. Engagements start with a focused diagnostic, not an open-ended audit.

Embedded in Execution

Our consultants work alongside your team, not above it. We train internal staff, not just executives, so changes hold after we leave.

Outcome Metrics

Every engagement has defined cost reduction or efficiency improvement targets. Progress is reported monthly against baseline.

Not sure which solution fits your situation?

Start with a 30-minute call. We will tell you honestly whether we are the right fit.

Talk to a Consultant