
YCP in Numbers
With procurement costs constituting nearly
60%*
of operational expenditure in Greater China, aligning sourcing strategies locally is essential for sustained competitiveness.
Source: Statista, 2024
YCP Procurement Experts in Greater China
In the ever-evolving landscape of Greater China's industries, businesses continuously seek a reliable Procurement Consulting provider to navigate the competitive market dynamics. The need for an adept partner is essential for leveraging advantageous Procurement Strategy, and maximizing operational efficiencies to maintain and enhance their market position.
YCP sets the bar high with its global professionals who embody deep expertise, offering unparalleled Procurement Consulting that addresses market complexities. Our proven methodologies in Strategic Sourcing have empowered clients by lowering costs, ensuring quality, and facilitating seamless entry and growth across various sectors. Our hands-on approach ensures businesses thrive through tailored solutions, fostering formidable market presences in Greater China.
Choosing YCP as your partner ensures access to strategic insight and proven results in Greater China's Procurement Strategy landscape. Our commitment to client success embodies diligence and expertise, making YCP the go-to for distinguished consulting excellence in the market.
Navigate and Succeed: Greater China Procurement at Your Service
In the rapidly evolving landscape of Greater China's business sector, industries demand a proficient and dependable procurement consulting service. This urgency stems from the need to streamline processes and optimize supply chains amidst sweeping market changes.
YCP excels in offering tailored Greater China procurement consulting services, positioning itself as a strategic ally for enterprises seeking to navigate the complex regional procurement challenges. Leveraging extensive market expertise, we cater to diverse industrial needs.
With a sharp focus on delivering measurable outcomes, YCP's procurement consulting aids clients in Greater China to achieve efficiency improvements and long-term growth. Trusted by key industry players, our solutions drive competitive advantage.
Our Industries












Dominate Greater China Through Procurement
Leveraging Procurement for Optimal Cost Management
- In Greater China, procurement constitutes about 60% of a company's total expenses, emphasizing how strategic procurement can dramatically reduce overhead costs.
- Reduced costs contingent upon effective procurement can first increase liquidity and then offer more funds for investment in innovation and market expansion.
Risk Mitigation through Advanced Consulting Services
- With supply chain disruptions affecting over 70% of businesses regionally, advanced procurement consulting is critical to navigate volatile markets and ensure continuity.
- Achieving a flexible supply chain through proved consulting models prevents loss and capitalizes on the ability to swiftly react to sudden global and local changes.
Revolutionizing Business Processes with Procurement
- Digital procurement systems result in a 30% faster turnaround on contracts, allowing firms to expedite negotiations, sign deals, and accelerate growth processes.
- The digital momentum not only increases the conversations around best practice sharing but also ensures infrastructure for scalability is robust and forward-thinking.
Enhancing Competitive Advantage through Innovative Strategies
- Companies investing in innovative procurement strategies report a 25% profitability boost due to improved efficiency, service quality, and reduced cycle times.
- Strategist investment geared at optimizing these processes allows expansion projects to eclipse competitors by deploying pioneering approaches turnatively.
Our Clients
We have worked with more than 2000 companies throughout various industries.







What Our Clients Say About Us
"We are pleased to recommend the management services of YCP, who led us in the planning, set-up and operational start of our China manufacturing facility. Their team was dedicated, innovative at problem solving and creative in their support. Without leadership, we would have never been able to navigate the complex environment in a timely fashion so as to meet our customer requirements."

General Manager
Vari-Form
"When I came to rebuild our China organization there was only one trusted advisor I knew I could turn to for support. Having used YCP in former roles, I knew they had the industry expertise, vast proprietary resources and having successfully used their insights before, I knew they were the right resource for growing our China market. "

President
Fosroc China
Results Through Expertise: Case Studies
Learn how we help clients build and implement strategies
that drive sustainable growth in today’s complex business landscape.
Enhancing Syringe Supply Chain Efficiency via Strategic Sourcing
Client
A multi-specialty tertiary care provider
Area
India -- Northern and Eastern regions
Expertise Scope
Supply Chain Turnarounds, Expert Sourcing, Procurement Operations
Project Summary
Utilizing a comprehensive Strategic Sourcing process, the client was able to reduce costs and enhance the efficiency of their syringe supply chain. This netted the client a 10% annual cost reduction, 4% incumbent cost reduction, and successful integration of new suppliers.
Distributor Support Strategy for Lubricants in Vietnam
Client
A Vietnamese lubricant distributor
Area
Vietnam
Expertise Scope
Distributor Assessment, Stakeholder Meetings, Site Visit Reporting
Project Summary
Our team initiated the project with a kick-off meeting in Ho Chi Minh City to align with client's needs and prepare for upcoming interviews. We organized and scheduled site visits and meetings with shortlisted distributors. Following this, we led distributor meetings, providing summary translations. Finally, we delivered a post-site visit report, profiling and prioritizing each distributor based on the interviews.
YCP in Media











Our Group CEO Yuki Ishida and Managing Partner Karambir Anand shared insights at the ASEAN–Japan Young Business Leaders’ Summit.

At the Asian Power Summit 2025, our Director Harika G. led a session on Asia’s evolving energy mix.

Singapore Business Review featured Karambir Anand on Singapore’s expanding solar capacity and energy challenges.
Publications

ウィズ・アフターコロナ時代における中国の消費変化と企業経営のダイナミックな調整
中国の消費市場は、ポストコロナ期も依然として不安定な状態が続き、所得の減少、消費者信頼感の低迷、政策の不透明感が重荷となっています。消費者はより合理的な行動を取るようになり、生活必需品や健康、品質を重視する一方で、購買行動は明確にオンラインへとシフトしています。需要低迷が長期化する環境下において、企業には利益重視かつレジリエンスの高い事業モデルへの転換が求められています。

中国オンライン人材紹介市場の市場構造
中国のオンライン採用市場は、採用活動のモバイル化やデータドリブン化を背景に急速に成長しています。大手プラットフォームは、規模の優位性やAIを活用したマッチング機能によってトラフィックを獲得し、市場を主導しています。一方で、多様化する労働ニーズを背景に、特定領域に特化したニッチ型プラットフォームにも成長余地が残されています。競争の軸は、テクノロジーやデータ活用力に加え、エコシステムにおけるパートナーシップへと移行しつつあります。

中国ヘアケア市場インサイト: ヘアカラー市場における日本ブランドのプレゼンス
中国のヘアケア市場は急速に成長している一方で、国内に圧倒的なチャンピオンブランドはまだ存在していません。ヘアカラー分野では、安全性に対する高い評価とオンラインでの強い販売力を背景に、日本ブランドが優位なポジションを確立しています。今後は、非酸化型製品を中心に新たな成長機会が見込まれており、越境ECを通じて安全性を重視する消費者層へアプローチできる点が重要な成長ドライバーとなっています。
Meet Our Experts
Establish industry dominance with our experts and partners

Yuki Ishida
Managing Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Asia, North America
Past Experience:
Goldman Sachs

Naoki Arai
Managing Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Asia
Past Experience:
Japan Research Institute

Pilar Dieter
Managing Partner
Nationality: American
Region Coverage:
Asia, North America
Past Experience:
Alaris Consulting

Leon Cheng
Partner
Nationality: Chinese
Region Coverage:
Asia, North America, South America
Past Experience:
EAC, DHL

Kei Hasegawa
Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Asia
Past Experience:
Deloitte

Chris Qin
Partner
Nationality: Chinese
Region Coverage:
Asia, North America
Past Experience:
Onkyo Corporation, Frost & Sullivan

Craig Morin
Partner
Nationality: American
Region Coverage:
Asia, North America, Europe, Middle East
Past Experience:
Tompkins Ventures, Adidas

Angelina Peng
Director
Nationality: Chinese
Region Coverage:
Asia
Past Experience:
YCP
Talk to Our Procurement Experts
Arrange a session with our experts to explore how YCP can assist you in addressing your business challenges.
YCP Group is the leading professional firm in Asia empowering excellence through diverse expertise:
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YCP Group is the leading professional firm in Asia empowering excellence through diverse expertise:
- YCP
- YCP Auctus
- YCP Consus

