National Salad Producer – Cost Reduction

Written By Meirav Dulberg

We undertook a review of the end to end business operations to identify cost reduction opportunities.

Situation

The client serviced major retailers, food service and QSR customers out of its plants throughout Australia.

After the loss of a major contract, the company needed to right size its operations and quickly reduce cost.

Our Approach

Westbourne undertook a review of the end to end business operations (including overheads) to identify opportunities for efficiency.  The programme was structured around four streams:

·         Operational effectiveness: Manning, line productivity, quality control, giveaway and waste, labour structures

·         Simplification: SKU rationalisation, manufacturing footprint review

·         Procurement: Sourcing produce, ingredients, packaging and indirects

·         Overheads: Corporate office

The team focussed on quick wins and initiatives that could be delivered with little or no CAPEX.

Results

The review identified a series of opportunities which significantly increased EBITDA with no CAPEX outlay. Each opportunity was reviewed, validated and owned by a key client executive.

Westbourne also provided a programme management office (PMO) structure to ensure that all initiatives were managed effectively, value was being realised and that any risks or issues were escalated and addressed.

Meirav Dulberg

I’ve been designing websites for more than 15 years and founded Webby Web Design in Melbourne, Australia. My business and digital strategy background means I approach each project holistically, balancing aesthetics with smart business results. I continue to support clients long after launch with training and advice, which is why many have stayed with me for over a decade. Collaboration is central to my process. I partner with copywriters, graphic designers, photographers and marketing specialists so every site tells the right story and reflects cohesive branding. I also run workshops and provide ongoing training because I believe your website should be easy to use and evolve with your business.

http://www.webbywebdesign.com.au
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