Long-Term Production Contract & Supply Chain Optimisation
Ongoing production partnership and single-source supply chain management for an engineering manufacturer
CUSTOMER
Engineering Manufacturer
INDUSTRY
Industrial & OEM Manufacturing
APPLICATION
Ongoing production & assembly of sheet metal components
EXPERIENCE
50+ years of specialist expertise
ACCREDITATION
BSi ISO 9001
The Challenge
The customer required a reliable long-term partner to manage ongoing production and reduce supply chain complexity.
Managing multiple suppliers
High administrative workload
Risk of component shortages
Exposure to global supply chain disruption
Inconsistent lead times
The Solution
Arben implemented a long-term production partnership with full supply chain responsibility.
Supply Chain Consolidation
Reduced multiple vendors to a single-source solution, took ownership of full manufacturing and assembly, simplified procurement and communication.
Call-Off Order System
Forecast demand agreed over 12 months, stock held in line with requirements, delivered on a call-off basis.
Stock Holding & Inventory Management
Maintained buffer stock of key components, reduced stock-out risk, eliminated need for customer stock holding.
Procurement & Stability
Sourced and integrated third-party components, protected customer from supply chain disruptions, consistent output and quality.
THE OUTCOME
Simplified supply chain
Reduced admin workload
Reliable 12-month fulfilment
Protection against disruptions
Consistent high-quality production
KEY RESULTS
Reduced admin and procurement effort
Reliable production continuity
Improved stock availability
Reduced inventory costs
Protection from global supply issues
What Sets Arben Apart
Modern manufacturing requires stability, efficiency, and resilience. Arben delivers long-term reliability and supply chain control.
50+ years of specialist expertise
BSi ISO 9001 quality processes
Full in-house fabrication from design to finish
Looking for a reliable long-term manufacturing partner?
Speak to our engineering team today.