Top U.S. Manufacturer Shifts Sourcing Strategy, Diversifies Supplier Base To Mitigate Tariff Impact by Partnering With GEP Top

A Fortune 500 manufacturer was sourcing 95% of key components from China. With tariffs and unpredictable lead times, the company turned to GEP to help restructure the sourcing strategy.

GEP mapped over 2,000 SKUs, identified risk clusters, and piloted a new sourcing strategy. Within months, the client transitioned 150 critical SKUs to alternative suppliers, reduced lead times by up to 35%, and cut costs on tariff-impacted goods.

Key Highlights: 

  • Real-time dashboard deployed to monitor supplier mix and risk
  • Alternative suppliers identified for 100% of high-risk items
  • Scalable dual-sourcing strategy for long-term flexibility

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