Jonathan Main Assistant Director Client Services (FM) Chair of Ambient Food Product Group - TUCO TUCO President 2008/10
The benefits of buying food collaboratively (National) Access to leading national suppliers Competitive and wider choice of suppliers Competitive pricing through volumes
The benefits of buying food collaboratively (National) Access to a greater range/choice of products Coordinated pricing information and updates Access to professional services – logistics, market and commodity updates, economy of scale (due diligence, sustainability)…..consistency
The benefits of buying food collaboratively (National) Manufacturers and brand support Sourcing and stock availability Efficient invoicing processes and payment terms (Central billing capabilities)
The benefits of buying food collaboratively (Royal Holloway - Unit) Bespoke core lists to fit your needs Help in analysis of products purchased v volume Drop options per site with invoicing flexibility
The benefits of buying food collaboratively (Royal Holloway - Unit) Multi temp delivery solution for smaller outlets Consistency of products used/available and assurance of quality control Financial benefit…..long term
The benefits of buying food collaboratively (Royal Holloway - Unit) Long term benefits 1999 to 2009 RHUL catering sales grown by 57% Food and drink purchases only increased by 30% Our commodity costs as a % to sales in 99 = 35.7% Our commodity costs as a % to sales in 09 = 28.6%
The benefits of buying food collaboratively Thank you ? Questions