E&I, a long-established U.S. group purchasing organization, faced growing challenges in managing procurement for its wide-ranging member base. To adapt, they initiated transformations focused on enhancing efficiency and effectiveness through a holistic approach to category management. Aiming for an entirely new operating model, E&I collaborated with a specialized partner, GEP, to address pain points and integrate teams, leading to stronger relationships, improved procurement operations, and a foundation for sustained growth. Andrew Brennan highlighted the importance of adapting to the evolving educational sector and the commitment GEP provided during this transformation.
"We knew we would face significant challenges in streamlining procurement processes in the coming years," says Andrew Brennan, E&I's senior vice president of sourcing. "Designing a model that could keep pace with the fast-evolving demands of the education sector was no small task."
"GEP stepped in with expertise, dedication, and a commitment to our success that was truly remarkable," Brennan says. Workshops and deep-dive consultations revealed E&I's pain points: disjointed teams, underused data, and inefficient processes.
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