The automotive industry is undergoing a major transformation as consumers demand electric vehicles and next-gen technologies. To stay competitive, companies must embrace AI-enabled solutions while navigating rising supply- and demand-side volatility.
GEP partners with leading automakers to optimize supply chains, enhance agility and integrate emerging technologies. Our industry experts deliver tailored supply chain and procurement solutions that drive profitability and secure a competitive edge.
Automotive Enterprises Count on GEP to Achieve Amazing Results
275%
ROI for an auto OEM by streamlining processes
12000
Saved annual labor hours through process automation for auto OEM
$12M
Generated in annual value for leading auto parts manufacturer
Driving Excellence for the Automotive Industry
Our Approach
Speed, agility, and resilience are crucial for every automotive OEM and the complex supply networks supporting them. The shift from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles, alongside the rise of zero-emission factories, has completely redefined the industry. Financial, operational, and supply chain risks are higher than ever, and with more entrants on the field, the competition is fierce.
At GEP, we specialize in helping automakers define their supply chain segmentation to focus on the products, customers, and parts that matter most. Furthermore, our procurement strategies ensure automotive OEMs can tailor their activities to specific goals — delivering top performance without compromising on speed or service. With GEP, you're equipped to handle the challenges of today’s automotive market while staying flexible enough for tomorrow’s innovations.
Our Solutions
GEP offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to tackle the unique challenges of the automotive industry. Our capabilities include:
- Strategic cost management and indirect spend reduction
- Digital procurement transformation and supply chain optimization
- M&A services such as clean-room services and post-merger integration
- Sustainability solutions in procurement and supply chain
- Supply chain segmentation and integrated planning models
GEP's AI-powered solutions, such as GEP SMART and GEP NEXXE, are adaptable, system-agnostic, and designed to deliver efficiency, transparency and sustainability. Our solutions easily adjust to regulatory changes without the need for extensive re-coding, ensuring that you stay ahead in a fast-moving market.
Our Track Record
GEP doesn’t just deliver value in purchasing process support; we take a holistic view of the total cost of ownership across companies and supply chains, maximizing market position for investors and customers. Here are just a few examples of how we've helped leading automotive companies:
- A heavy equipment manufacturer with global operations increased spend visibility by 95% and improved cost-effectiveness by 15% through a simplified digital procurement process.
- A global passenger vehicle manufacturer realized 1.5% savings on mass-produced parts by streamlining cost model analytics, driving price transparency at a part level. Helped a global tire manufacturer to re-shape their APAC supply chain function to nearly double their cost-reduction goals and embed regional supply strategies for the rapidly evolving region.
- Partnered with a global car producer to implement a center-led procurement model and execute a multi-year sourcing roadmap that delivered hundreds of millions in realized savings.
- Driven the post-merger synergy capture for a global Tier-1 auto supplier that accelerated their shift toward electronic propulsion and streamlined their combined supply base by over 30%.
- Partnered with a Tier-1 automotive parts manufacturer to identify and define the internal supply chain capabilities needed to mitigate COVID-19-related supply shortages. Identified up to $12 million in annual value in one sub-business.
Industry Insights
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