Procurement in Sausage Supply Chain - A Case Study From Mavin Foods

Abstract

As a result of a rise in disposable incomes, population growth, and urbanization, sausage consumption in Vietnam has increased significantly over the last decade. To meet the higher demand from the local market, meat processors must establish an appropriate supply chain with identified sources to ensure food safety and good quality at a reasonable cost. This paper tries to assess the purchasing activities in the sausage supply chain in Vietnam in general and at a specific company such as Mavin Foods in particular. An in-depth interview method was applied by authors to get data for insight procurement practice of Mavin Foods’ sausage supply chain. The paper reveals the company’s self-contained production chain (3F) that helps to control all stages of Mavin’s sausage supply chain with many opportunities and challenges.