Business Consultants

Services

• Purchasing audit
• Supply Chain audit
• Global sourcing
• Supplier performance improvement
• Supplier evaluation
• Procedures and processes improvement
• Cost and waste reduction
• Negotiation support
• Supplier contract support

Running a business today is tougher than ever, particularly in manufacturing and engineering.

Rising costs, unreliable suppliers, and time-draining processes can make it feel like you’re constantly firefighting instead of focusing on growth. Many SMEs know purchasing is important, yet few have the expertise, time, or systems to manage it strategically. That’s where we come in.

At RLB Purchasing Consultancy Ltd we specialise in transforming purchasing from a burden into a competitive advantage. With over 25 years’ experience in global procurement and supply chain leadership, we help businesses across sectors reduce costs, strengthen supplier performance, and streamline operations. We don’t just cut waste, we create clarity, confidence, and control in an area that often causes the most stress.

How do we do it? By listening closely to your challenges, identifying hidden opportunities, and putting processes in place that deliver results. We know how to find and secure reliable suppliers, negotiate smarter deals, and implement systems that free your leadership team to focus on growth. Our approach is practical, collaborative, and tailored to the realities of SME manufacturing and engineering businesses.

The outcomes speak for themselves: reduced purchasing costs, smoother operations, resilient supply chains, and more time back for leaders to drive strategy, innovation, and customer success. Clients trust us because we combine deep expertise and experience with a down-to-earth, people-first approach.

If purchasing is holding your business back, let us show you how it can become one of your greatest strengths. Get in touch to explore how we can support your success.