Associated Food Stores partners with Intesource for E-Sourcing

Associated Food Stores, a cooperatively owned wholesaler that distributes to almost 500 grocery stores across the western U.S., aims to increase the value it provides its members by driving down costs and reducing process inefficiencies across the entire association. In a series of pilot events with Intesource, Associated Food Stores secured significant price reductions in several areas -- particularly indirect categories, such as:

Banana Bags: 29 percent savings
T-Shirt Bags: 19 percent savings

Intesource's dynamic suite of sourcing solutions enables grocers and retailers to streamline costs and inefficiencies faster, easier, and more effectively -- achieving an average of 18 percent savings per event. The company's team of industry experts ensures that e-sourcing is more ingrained in organizations' overall procurement strategy -- helping to maximize supply chain value for across the business.

"A successful e-sourcing program can positively impact every corner of an organization, but it requires a company-wide dedication to supply chain optimization," said Len Kaplan, VP of Sales at Intesource. "Having a partner that truly understands your company's unique needs, challenges, and opportunities -- and the nuances of your specific market -- can mean the difference between simple savings and true financial transformation."

To find out more about how Intesource can enhance the value your procurement team drives, visit www.intesource.com.