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Procurement Overhaul Saves AED 11.2M for a UAE Manufacturer
Client: Industrial manufacturer (Sharjah)
AED 11.2M
Annualised savings
-62%
Supplier base
78% → 94%
On-time-in-full
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Challenge
Procurement was a transactional function reporting to Finance. Tail spend was unmanaged across 470 active suppliers, and category strategy was non-existent.
02
Solution
Designed a category-led strategic sourcing model. Consolidated the supplier base to 180. Implemented TCO-based tenders, supplier scorecards, and a 13-week rolling S&OP.
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Implementation
Six-month engagement with two embedded JMC consultants plus an interim Head of Procurement. Trained 12 buyers on the new playbook.
04
Results
AED 11.2M in year-one savings. Supplier base reduced 62%. On-time-in-full improved from 78% to 94%.