Sourcing diagnostic identifying $3M for a PE-backed manufacturer
- Location
- New York, USA
- Year
- 2024
- Engagement
- Profitability Improvement: Sourcing & Procurement
A private equity firm sought to improve EBITDA and margins for a specialty adhesives manufacturer facing continued supplier price increases. The objective was to strengthen profitability and support the firm's investment goals through targeted sourcing and cost optimization initiatives.
Our team conducted a sourcing diagnostic, benchmarking suppliers, analyzing pricing and procurement processes, and optimizing total costs through specifications, supplier selection, and improved negotiation strategies.
Measurable impact
$3M
Achieved USD $3M in savings within five months, representing over 5% of total materials spend
Private Equity
Case snapshot
Optimized supplier selection and broadened the supply base to reduce dependency on legacy relationships
Private Equity
Case snapshot
Improved procurement processes, specifications, and negotiation practices to sustain margin gains
Private Equity