Case Study: LEONI achieves double-digit inventory reductions and real-time supply visibility with Infor Supplier Exchange

LEONI reduces stock with Infor Supplier Exchange

LEONI, a global wiring- and cable-system manufacturer with dozens of production sites and a large, dispersed supplier network, faced rising complexity from long inbound supply chains and an aging supplier-management system. The legacy process lacked real-time visibility into on‑hand inventory, consumption and transit status, preventing LEONI from moving to a leaner, more responsive replenishment model and reducing stock levels.

LEONI implemented a Collaborative Managed Inventory approach using Infor Supplier Exchange — a web‑based portal that shares real‑time forecasts, inventory and consumption data with suppliers (including many without EDI) and automates stock limits and supplier ratings. The solution now manages about 80–85% of material volumes, produced double‑digit stock reductions at several sites, improved supplier responsiveness and communication, and has been deployed across multiple countries with plans for wider rollout.

LEONI

Rolf Rettberg

Head of Supply Chain Management, LEONI