Kroger Ramps Up Direct Sourcing for Cost Control and Visibility

What if Kroger reaches 15% first-party procurement volumes over the next 18 months?

Simulate the impact of Kroger increasing direct sourcing from current levels to 15% of total procurement volumes while simultaneously building owned import and distribution capacity. Model the resulting changes in procurement costs, supplier concentration risk, and supply chain lead times as the retailer diverts volume away from traditional wholesale channels.