Food
Manufacturing.
Food manufacturers operate in a landscape shaped by high volumes, thin margins, and tightly coordinated international supply chains.
Currency fluctuations and payment inefficiencies can disrupt procurement, compress profitability, and create unnecessary exposure at scale.
Orbis Exchange supports manufacturers by improving the accuracy, efficiency, and cost control of international financial operations. We work alongside internal teams to help streamline currency processes, manage risk more effectively, and ensure payment strategies are aligned with commercial timelines.
Industry
Pressures.
Manufacturers importing ingredients or exporting finished goods face frequent currency challenges that extend beyond exchange rates.
Payment delays, supplier pressure, and reconciliation issues can result from a lack of visibility and structure in FX processes.
Fluctuating market conditions add another layer of complexity. Without a clear approach to currency management, manufacturers risk mispricing, unexpected costs, and reduced confidence in their financial forecasting.
Targeted
FX Solutions.
Orbis Exchange provides foreign exchange support that reflects the operational demands of manufacturing. Our services are built to integrate with purchasing and finance processes, helping teams secure pricing, manage exposure, and reduce conversion costs across key markets.
Clients access a digital platform with full transparency on live exchange rates, transaction history, and currency positions. Local accounts help facilitate faster payments to overseas suppliers, while forward contracts give manufacturers greater predictability around future costs.
Each relationship is led by a dedicated foreign exchange specialist who works in coordination with the client’s finance team to support planning and ensure timely execution.
Case Study
Breading & Coating Ltd Enhances International Financial Operations
Client Profile
Breading & Coating Ltd, based in Hertfordshire, UK, is a specialist manufacturer supplying fried chicken and grilled peri-peri chicken fast food wholesalers, distributors, and restaurants across the UK and globally.
The company is renowned for producing high-quality breading, marinades, and powdered peri-peri sauces, along with various other commodities used within the fast-food industry.
Challenge
As Breading & Coating Ltd expanded its operations internationally, the company faced challenges in managing cross-border transactions and currency exchanges. Dealing with multiple currencies introduced complexities in financial operations, including exposure to exchange rate fluctuations and increased administrative tasks.
Orbis Exchange Group Solution
Orbis Exchange Group partnered with Breading & Coating Ltd to streamline their international financial operations. By providing foreign exchange services and strategic guidance, Orbis enabled the client to manage currency conversions more effectively, mitigate risks associated with exchange rate volatility, and reduce transaction costs.
Results
Through the collaboration with Orbis Exchange Group, Breading & Coating Ltd achieved:
Improved Financial Efficiency: Optimised currency exchange processes led to reduced transaction costs and enhanced financial performance.
Risk Mitigation: Strategic management of currency exposures minimised the impact of exchange rate fluctuations on the company's profitability.
Operational Streamlining: Simplified cross-border transactions allowed the finance team to focus on core business activities, improving overall operational efficiency.
Conclusion
Orbis Exchange Group's foreign exchange solutions empowered Breading & Coating Ltd to navigate the complexities of international financial operations effectively. This partnership supported the company's global expansion efforts, ensuring financial stability and operational excellence in the competitive food manufacturing industry.
