What we do

	We provide proven cost reduction strategies to companies with challenging corrugated packaging requirements.
	Our strategies focus on the packaging value chain from design through procurement.
	We teach supply chain professionals and engineers how to execute a design platform & SCM strategies specific to the packaging commodity so they have ownership in results.
	We help our clients develop lasting partnerships with Best-in-Class packaging supply partners.
	We have no supplier affiliations-we advocate only for purchasers.
	Our strategies are win-win.

Why Corrugated Packaging is a Challenge

The corrugated fiberboard industry has been modeled for scale-economies since its inception. In response to customers’ demand for a lower cost structure, the industry has invested in bigger-better-faster machines to exploit economies-of-scale. This strategy is the polar-opposite of the Lean, Demand Flow®, Six Sigma and TOC business models that globally competitive manufacturers are adopting.

controlling Costs

Rohleder Group has developed strategies for controlling the cost of corrugated packaging—regardless of the client’s business model. We focus on simplifying complex packaging programs, aligning the design strategy and supply chain strategy with the factory’s business model and eliminating non-value added activity and processes. We work to make the packaging spend more attractive to Best-in-Class suppliers.

We structure a program aligned with the client’s needs. We help multi-plant operations consolidate across factories creating leverage. We help “Commodity Teams” focus their resources, develop a strategy and select suppliers more effectively. We help our clients understand which performance metrics to use and how to integrate reporting with their ERP/MRP systems.

Design is integral to the supply chain, so we value engineer packaging to reduce cost, reduce product damage and reduce labor. We create packaging graphic standards and graphic strategies to reduce cost and reinforce the brand identity.

Our goal is to help our client’s team take control of the packaging commodity and develop long-lasting relationships with Best-in-Class supply partners.