Archlet for
Direct Materials
Run direct material sourcing for raw materials, ingredients, and parts with Archlet platform to get better results.
Direct materials sourcing is high volume and cost-critical, with fluctuating input prices and complex quality requirements. Manual processes limit visibility and slow down negotiations. Archlet puts sourcing first, equipping teams with advanced analytics and optimization to compare suppliers and scenarios in seconds. Supplier information and workflows can be managed in the same place, making it easier to align on quality, price, and compliance.
Use Cases
Raw Materials, Metals, Resins, Ingredients, Chemicals, Components & Parts
Our Customers
Solve complexities for Direct Materials sourcing
RFI, RFP, RFQ
Manage all sourcing events from simple quotes to complex tenders in a single, standardized process that ensures efficiency and compliance.
Cost Modeling
Break down supplier offers into detailed cost elements like materials, labor, and logistics to gain full transparency on price drivers.
Best-Practice Templates
Leverage category-specific templates built for direct materials to reduce setup time and maintain sourcing consistency.
Multi-Round Events
Enable structured negotiations across several rounds to achieve the best possible commercial and strategic outcomes.
Discount Optimization
Model bundled discounts, rebates, or volume tiers to capture savings opportunities that would otherwise stay hidden.
Scenario Modeling
Simulate award options under various cost, supply risk, and regional constraints to support smarter sourcing decisions.
Proven results in Transport & Logistics
11%
Average time saved in Direct Materials events
1.5%
Extra savings achieved in Direct Materials sourcing
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the key benefits of using Archlet?
Archlet helps cut sourcing cycle times by up to 30%, delivers 5–25% savings depending on category and maturity, and brings more spend under management. Its intuitive design makes adoption easy for buyers and suppliers, while advanced analytics and AI ensure faster, smarter decisions across both simple and complex events.
What is Archlet and what does it do?
Archlet is an AI-native eSourcing platform that helps procurement teams run RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, and eAuctions. It includes advanced analytics, scenario optimization, and automation. Archlet makes it simple to create events, collaborate with suppliers, and decide on awards, so sourcing becomes faster, smarter, and easier across all categories.
Where is Archlet from?
Archlet was founded in Zürich, Switzerland by three engineers, Lukas, Jakob, and Tim, who studied Robotics and Data Science at ETH Zürich. While working on AI and data science consulting projects in 2018 and 2019, they realized sourcing tools hadn’t kept up with the times. The gap was clear: technology and AI offered a huge opportunity to make procurement smarter, easier, and fit for the modern age. That’s why they started Archlet in late 2019.
Sourcing
Launch RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs with ease, manage projects efficiently, and collaborate at scale.
Sourcing Optimization
Run multiple award scenarios and bid analysis to drive savings in complex spend areas.
Auctions
Run Dutch, Japanese and English auctions to drive even more savings across categories.
Ready to change the way you source?
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