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Opportunities for Irish food and drink suppliers

Plassey Foods is committed to sourcing from both large scale and artisan
Irish suppliers and are always looking for new products that can enhance
the existing product range.

Opportunities exist for Irish suppliers that can deliver a consistent supply
of products at an agreed quality specification.

Price is important, but secondary to quality. The company sees specific
opportunities for high-quality Irish artisan foods.

Purchasing policy

The company’s policy is to purchase local Irish produce where possible
and where the quality is up to the required standard. Advantages of local
products include shorter delivery lead times, more frequent deliveries,
greater freshness and greater flexibility of supply.

The company uses central billing and central purchasing. The operation is
based at its headquarters and warehouse in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick.

Purchasing decisions are made by Company Sales Director who is
influenced by market demand, client feedback and requirements.

Supplier requirement and ordering procedure

Detailed specifications are included in the contract that is drawn up with
each supplier (see ‘Advice to New Suppliers’ below).

Geographical spread

The company has a single warehouse at Rathkeale and serves Munster,
south Leinster and part of Connaught.

Fleet size

The company has a large fleet of vehicles incorporating many
compartmentalised vehicles that can hold ambient, chilled and frozen
foods at the same time.

Marketing support and services provided

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