UGL
SUPPLY CHAIN
Strategic shift As such , the supply chain that underpins the Rail freight business has had to shift radically . The primary shift has been moving away from an inventory push methodology associated with materials pushed into the supply chain , to support the build of locos and wagons : UGL now has to be far more dynamic , adaptive and aligned to what the customers expect from the firm .
Newman said : “ We hold a unique position now . Most of the locomotive manufacturers exited in the last 12 to 18 months because of the low demand . So in today ’ s world we ’ re adopting an inventory pull methodology . Over the last 12 months UGL has been driving the implementation of a really robust sales and operations planning ( S & OP ) process , where we endeavour to get
Dean Newman - Head of Supply Chain for Rail Freight at UGL
SUPPLIER PROFILE
C & J SHEETMETAL FABRICATIONS
Established in 1990 C & J Sheetmetal Fabrications enjoys a reputation as one of most respected names in our field . We are a family owned Company that has been running for over 25years .
Our vast industry knowledge , highly experienced tradesmen and state of the art equipment allows us to offer our customers options not normally available from one location .
We carry a wide range of sheet and plate in stock and can respond to your urgent requirements .
C & J Sheetmetal are committed to offering a quality product and better service at very competitive prices . We conform to a Quality Management System ISO 9001:2008 .
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