Supply Chain Consulting - Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain
Third Party Logistics Provider Selection
Process Steps
RFP document creation
Determine Third Party Logistics Providers to include in RFP process
Review of initial RFP responses / questions ensuring all receive the same information back and that all responses are consistent in their costing approach and assumptions used
Coordinate 3PL presentations to senior supply chain management and ensure emphasis is put on culture fit and relationship and not only on costing
Follow up on any due diligence required to finalize selection
Prepare 3PL agreement addressing all specific operating requirements, management fees, incentives and KPI's
Form a relationship committee moving forward and schedule regular periodic meetings to ensure good communication through start up, ramp up and into steady state operations