Supply Chain Consultant - Unlocking Efficiencies

Real value. Tailored support. Collaborative problem-solving.

Supply chains are under pressure. Shoppers expect speed and availability. Retailers and consumer goods brands are balancing cost, carbon, and customer experience, all while adapting to ongoing disruption. That’s where an experienced supply chain consultant can help.

At FlowPath, we work alongside in-house teams to unlock better performance. 

From stock accuracy to lead time reduction, our aim is simple: help your supply chain work better, end to end.

A supply chain consultant brings independent, hands-on experience to help you spot issues and make targeted improvements. Whether you're navigating poor availability, rising logistics costs, or a system transformation.

A consultant supports your team with:

• Clear diagnostics of current pain points
   
• Practical recommendations, based on real-world practice
   
• Implementation support, not just slideware
   

This support could span your planning processes, your supplier relationships, or how your products move across warehouses and last-mile channels.

In retail and CPG, common issues we see include:

• Excess stock or poor product availability
   
• Inconsistent demand planning or slow forecast responsiveness
   
• High returns rates or friction in reverse logistics
   
• Lack of visibility across systems or partners
   
• Manual workarounds and disconnected processes
   
• Scaling fulfilment for omnichannel growth
   

By working together, we help identify the root causes , not just the symptoms.

Here’s how a typical consulting engagement might look:

1. Discovery & Diagnosis
   We assess your current processes, data, and ways of working — from sourcing through to customer delivery.
    
2. Opportunity Mapping
   We pinpoint inefficiencies, cost drivers, and gaps — whether that’s long lead times, stockholding levels, or poor system handshakes.
    
3. Targeted Action Plan
   We co-develop clear priorities and a roadmap that’s practical, affordable, and achievable with your current team.
    
4. Implementation Support
   We stay hands-on to support pilots, data improvement, supplier resets, or system enhancements.
    

• Redesigning distribution centre processes to improve flow and capacity without adding space
   
• Simplifying returns and reverse logistics to reduce delays and improve customer experience
   
• Reviewing delivery models to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising service
   
• Supporting ERP and WMS transformation by bridging the gap between supply chain and tech teams
   
• Helping scale wholesale and franchise logistics with the right structure and processes in place
   

These outcomes were delivered not by adding more complexity , but by simplifying where possible and strengthening the basics.

• You gain a fresh perspective – especially helpful when internal teams are too close to the problem.
   
• You tap into cross-industry experience – consultants bring insights from what has worked elsewhere.
   
• You get tailored support – not templated solutions, but grounded advice relevant to your business model and maturity.
   

And importantly:  we work with your team, not around it.

No. While large retailers often engage consultants for major transformation programmes, small and mid-sized businesses also benefit, particularly when scaling operations or introducing new channels (like marketplace or DTC).

Our approach scales with you. Whether it's a two-week diagnostic or a 6-month change programme, we tailor our input based on your needs.

If you’re considering working with a consultant, here are a few things to look for:

• Hands-on experience in your sector or challenge area
   
• Ability to engage with all levels – from boardroom to shopfloor
   
• A collaborative approach, not just analysis and reports
   
• A focus on implementation, not just recommendations
   

Whether you need to reduce costs, scale fulfilment, or improve supply chain resilience, we’re here to help.

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