Surpassing the Savings Goal for Swiss Valley Farms
Swiss Valley Farms is a farmer-owned dairy cooperative located in Davenport, Iowa, serving consumers and businesses across the nation. The organization is owned and controlled by approximately 575 dairy producers. With annual sales of more than £360 million, Swiss Valley Farms is the 23rd largest dairy cooperative in the United States, delivering cheese, butter, and other dairy products to grocery stores, warehouse clubs, convenience stores, schools, food manufacturers, and food service companies.
The client was unable to analyze every spend category. As a result, Swiss Valley Farms engaged ERA Group to take on the challenge and identify possible savings across several business categories, including chemicals, utilities, and temporary staffing. At the onsite engagement with ERA, the client set a goal to identify £250,000 in annual savings.
“ERA brings a wealth of knowledge across all spend categories. They are very diligent in negotiating pricing with the suppliers while always keeping the service aspect of potential vendors at the forefront. After the selection has been made, they help coordinate the transition process and ensure that everything happens according to our expectations. SVF is looking forward to a long and prosperous relationship with ERA.” [Brad Junker, CFO, Swiss Valley Farms]
Breakdown of results
$1.1 million
Total savings
27%
Overall savings rate
47%
Sanitation chemicals
15%
Packaging
$60,000
Lab testing
$45,000
Uniform rentals
