Porsche Cars Canada has selected DB Schenker Canada to operate its new parts distribution centre in Mississauga, Ontario.
For the next three years, the global logistics provider will work with the manufacturer of high-performance automobiles to run a streamlined logistics process that caters to Porsche’s customers.
The culmination of two years of planning, the new parts distribution centre (PDC) is about 16,351 sq m in size, with about 13,006 sq m of the facility operated by DB Schenker.
This is the global logistics provider’s third PDC project with Porsche, which is also working with DB Schenker in China and South Korea. Previously, Canadian Porsche centres received their spare parts and lifestyle goods from one of three PDCs in the U.S. According to Fremis, the automaker wanted to shorten its parts lead times while also increase its service levels in the growing Canadian market.
The outbound operation commenced in early-October, at which point DB Schenker Canada ensured that all dealers in the country receive the required materials within the agreed-upon timeframes.
George Fremis, Manager, Parts Operations & Logistics, Porsche Cars Canada Fremis said that DB Schenker was selected for its broad range of logistics expertise, track record in the automotive market, and its high service levels. “DB Schenker presented the PDC solution that was comprehensive and that made the most sense for us,” Fremis adds.
For Porsche, DB Schenker manages the parts storage and inventory management; picking and packing; and dispatch to the final destination (in Canada). The new facility is expected to ship about 282,000 orders during its first year in operation.
Source: DB Schenker
