Interim Procurement Case Study

Client: FMCG

Issue: The client, a major FMCG company, faced a sudden operational challenge when multiple key procurement staff members left the organization at the same time. This created significant gaps in category management coverage and threatened the continuity of critical sourcing activities.

Solution:

Our interim procurement team was deployed to cover for three category managers, ensuring business continuity and maintaining supplier relationships without disruption. We quickly assessed the existing situation, implemented structured interim management practices, and introduced a clear plan to stabilize procurement operations.

Results:

  • Stabilized category management across three key categories, ensuring uninterrupted procurement performance.

  • Introduced a formal Category Management Program, bringing structure, consistency, and strategic focus to procurement activities.

  • Identified key improvements to existing processes and tools, setting the foundation for long-term efficiency and enhanced procurement capability.

Through rapid intervention and expert management, we helped the client regain stability, restore confidence in the procurement function, and establish a roadmap for sustainable improvement.