Background
The company enjoys a dominant market share of the DIY hardware market in Australia and manages inbound store replenishment through a Core Carrier program with preferred 3rd party carriers. Further optimisation of the inbound supply chain has consistently been it’s key business objective.
Challenge
- Identify potential efficiency improvements for store replenishment within existing Core Carrier program
- Optimise back of store receiving operations and reduce vehicle congestion
- Develop the optimal replenishment network to support the overall business strategy
Key Project Outcomes
- Cost saving opportunity ~ 12% of spent-base by developing a regional cross dock strategy
- Established cross dock locations and direct store delivery opportunities
- Identified key resource and system enablers for effective implementation