Grace Wagner's Contact Details

Grace Wagner's Company Details

Advanced Purchasing Dynamics

Plymouth, MI, US • 20 - 49 Employees
Management Consulting

Founded in 2004, APD has helped manufacturers create competitive advantage through the application of knowledge-based cost management. APD uses proven cost engineering approaches, combined with extensive industry application experience, to help companies achieve lower costs while building stronger supplier relationships. Clients routinely achieve 8-18% savings on direct material purchases with project ROIs that return 5 to 15X consulting fees in first year's savings. APD helps companies by:• Implementing projects that improve the bottom line, ranging from savings roadmaps to should-be cost development to strategic sourcing implementations• Unlocking savings with big data analytics for purchasing, including knowledge-based cost management software and services• Enhancing the capabilities of their purchasing team through placement and buyer skill development training