We take a thorough approach to procurement to ensure you get the best transportation solutions for your network.
Our unbiased and neutral process is backed by strong analytics capabilities and transportation procurement expertise, allowing us to deliver high-performance and cost-effective results.
By leveraging top-notch business intelligence tools to streamline the selection process and in-house experts provide direct insight into best practices, ratings, and contracts based on proven and standardized methodologies, we drive effective collaborations between clients and more than 800 freight operators responsible for moving approximately €150 million worth of products annually.
Our approach
To consistently meet your requirements while providing maximum value and cost savings, we employ a comprehensive approach to selecting carriers. We integrate analysis and service delivery to ensure that each of your shipments is cost-effective, handled with care, and delivered on time. This approach maximizes your return on investment and enhances customer satisfaction.
The following key components form the cornerstones of our procurement process:
- Market intelligence: We analyze market data related to carrier performance, industry rates, and global logistics trends to uncover opportunities for cost savings and service enhancements in real time. Our market intelligence keeps us informed about changing costs, new transport routes, and capacity fluctuations.
- Procurement strategy: We develop customized procurement strategies that cater to our’ specific logistics requirements, budget constraints, and service objectives. Our strategies cover all aspects of supply chain needs, ensuring they align with broader business goals.
- Benchmarking: By comparing your costs and service levels to industry standards, we can identify best practices and negotiate more advantageous terms. This benchmarking process allows us to set competitive rates and elevate service expectations, ultimately contributing to a sustainable supply chain.
- Virtual carrier networks: We leverage virtual carrier networks to access a diverse pool of trustworthy carriers, enhancing our flexibility and improving response times. These networks allow us to match shipments with the best carriers in real time, helping you adapt to changing market conditions and sudden increases in demand.
- Spot bidding: Our spot bidding process ensures that we can secure competitive rates on short notice. This strategy allows us the flexibility to choose carriers quickly and affordably, helping you manage costs while addressing your urgent logistics needs.
- Tender management: As a fourth-party logistics provider, managing transport tenders is a key function. We gather and assess bids from multiple carriers to identify the most cost-effective and reliable options for you. With effective tender management, we strive to establish long-term partnerships and deliver the best service levels for your needs.
- Analysis & negotiation: We conduct thorough evaluations of carrier proposals, focusing on cost, reliability, and flexibility. Leveraging our strong industry relationships, we negotiate favorable terms that align with your priorities, including transit speed and service levels.
- Implementation services: Once we finalize your contracts, we manage the transition to new carriers, ensuring their integration with your logistics operations. This process involves onboarding, technology integration, and making sure that carriers meet your service expectations from day one.
- Compliance & reporting: To ensure ongoing compliance, we monitor each carrier’s adherence to service agreements, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. We generate detailed reports about performance metrics, helping you maintain visibility and accountability across your networks.
Through these comprehensive practices, we ensure that every shipment benefits from the latest market insights, top-tier carriers, and seamless logistics management, delivering maximum value and exceptional results for your supply chain operations.
Learn more
Refer to our Services and Solutions portfolio to find out how our range of services and solutions can revolutionize your procurement process, enabling you to take control of logistics costs through innovative tender management, benchmarking, tariff optimization, and efficient carrier management. If you’re interested in partnering with us, visit our Contact page to get in touch.