Name: FLEXE, Inc.
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One global consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturer expanded capacity and optimized distribution across five business divisions, reducing transit times by 80%.

Challenge

A global CPG manufacturer sought to expand capacity in the US, optimize Canadian retail partner distribution and avoid traditional warehouse CapEx.

Solution

The CPG manufacturer leveraged Flexe Logistics Programs to shift slow-moving SKUs to Flexe facilities, with the option to move SKUs back to an owned facility if consumer demand increased. All without investing in new fixed facilities.

The Challenge #

Manufacturers face challenges with traditional fixed logistics networks, including long-term contracts and locked rates.

One global CPG manufacturer sought to expand US capacity and optimize distribution to Canadian retail partners. The manufacturer sought to shift slow-moving SKUs while improving its customer delivery promise.

The Solution #

The CPG manufacturer leveraged Flexe Logistics Programs to shift slow-moving SKUs to Flexe nodes, with the option to move SKUs back to an owned facility if consumer demand increased. All without investing in new fixed facilities.

The company rapidly onboarded Flexe Logistics Network warehouse operators. The result: the organization expanded its warehouse capacity across eight nodes—three of which also served as mixing centers.

And, Flexe expanded wholesale distribution to Canada using a test-and-learn approach. Unlike traditional fixed facilities, Flexe offered options to ensure the best and most efficient fit. No long-term leases required. The company selected a distribution center in western Canada to significantly reduce transit times by 80%—from five days to one day.

I have no other supplier that moves this quickly to provide warehousing and contractual agreements. Flexe is my benchmark.

Director of Purchasing

Results #

With Flexe, the CPG manufacturer optimized its capacity and distribution—without investing significant CapEx on new fixed facilities. In partnership with the manufacturer's Purchasing department, Flexe created a custom playbook to streamline contracting, onboarding and launch of future logistics programs.

The CPG’s Director of Purchasing explained: “I have no other supplier that moves this quickly to provide warehousing and contractual agreements. Flexe is my benchmark.”

Flexe provided adjustable warehouse space in the right locations at the right time—from hazardous materials to rapid replenishment for retail partners. Ultimately, Flexe supported five business divisions nationwide across ten product categories—and reduced transit time to Canadian partners by 80%.

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Top Five CPG Manufacturer Optimizes Supply Chain, Reduces Transit Times by 80% and Meets Retail Partner SLAs

One global consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturer expanded capacity and optimized distribution across five business divisions, reducing transit times by 80%.

Challenge

Solution

The Challenge #

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