Solution: Membership in manufacturers’ GPO Prime Advantage brings supplier with an innovative solution

Around the same time, Berner had begun searching for a new plastic wrap supplier, the company also joined the manufacturers’ buying group, Prime Advantage, to save money on purchased goods as well as identify qualified supplier options. Prime Advantage introduces its members to the group’s best-in-class supply base through multiple channels, including the use of experienced regional account managers and through its semi-annual conferences, which have proven to be an easy way to reach out to multiple suppliers in a short period of time.

These three-day conferences offer unparalleled networking and strategic sourcing opportunities for all participants. One-on-one meetings take place between members and suppliers. These scheduled meetings are based on knowledge of Berner Food & Beverage’s needs and strategies, as well as the suppliers’ ability to fulfill those needs. After a conference, members have met one-on-one with as many as 45 existing or potential suppliers, while also significantly increasing their network through other informal meetings that took place.