Supplier Review Audit
Flagship supplier review audit for growing Australian businesses. Compare vendors, verify compliance, and receive actionable findings.
Who this is for
Owner-led and operations-led firms with annual supplier spend between roughly $200,000 and $3 million who rely on a handful of critical vendors but lack an in-house procurement function. Common sectors include manufacturing, food production, commercial trades, and wholesale distribution.
What you receive
- Normalised quote comparison across nominated suppliers (apples-to-apples unit costs, freight, MOQs, payment terms)
- Verification of insurance certificates, licences, and ASIC registration status
- Delivery and quality issue summary based on records you provide
- Concentration risk assessment — what happens if your primary supplier fails
- Prioritised action list ranked by financial exposure and ease of implementation
- 60-minute findings walkthrough call
What is not included
- Legal drafting of contracts (we flag clauses; your solicitor finalises)
- Ongoing vendor management after delivery
- IT systems implementation or e-procurement software setup
Process
- Scoping call and engagement letter
- Document collection using our checklist
- Analysis and optional site visits
- Draft report for your factual review
- Final report and findings call
Provider
Led by Helena Marsh with analyst support from Priya Nair. Site assessments involve David Okafor where physical premises matter.
Preparation
Gather active contracts, the last 12 months of invoices or purchase orders for nominated suppliers, and contact details for your internal ordering staff.
Next step
Request a quote with your supplier list and any contract signing dates in the next 90 days.