The Asia-Pacific dairy market is projected to grow at an annual rate of 4-5%, surpassing USD 243 billion by 2029. The growth will be primarily driven by drinking milk products, with a notable rise in the cheese segment.
As regional trade becomes increasingly important, the dairy industry faces several critical supply chain challenges, including a squeeze on profit margins due to price and cost pressures, heightened risk management needs, increased input costs and commodity volatility, and a growing emphasis on sustainable processes.
Building Resilient Supply Chains
To ensure supply chain stability, DKSH promotes strategies like SKU rationalization, collaborative sales and operation planning, supplier diversification, and the adoption of digital technologies to achieve end-to-end transparency and exception management. We believe these approaches empower businesses to meet immediate demands while pursuing long-term goals, strengthening resilience across the entire value chain.
The EDGE Strategy
As the market landscape evolves, dairy companies need a modernized approach to thrive across Asia. DKSH has developed the EDGE strategy to support the sustained growth of these businesses:
Expand: Broaden distribution networks and extend geographical reach through strategic partnerships and agile operations.
Distinctive: Concentrate on core strengths and innovations to build resilient operations that effectively address supply chain challenges.
Growth-Oriented: Utilize advanced, consumer-focused insights to drive sustainable growth and adaptability to market changes.
Engage: Foster strong customer relationships with a data-driven, end-to-end supply chain approach that allows quick adaptation to regional trade patterns and consumer demands.
Optimizing Through Advanced Analytics
We apply cutting-edge analytics to optimize supply chain decisions across growth, cost, and sustainability. This data-driven approach enables cost-effective and sustainable operations, reduces emissions, and enhances product value by aligning with consumer expectations.
Through the EDGE strategy, DKSH is committed to advancing the dairy sector in Asia by emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and operational resilience. With a comprehensive approach and advanced analytics, we support businesses in building resilient, sustainable supply chains that respond effectively to rising consumer demand and evolving market conditions.
Jenny Zhang is the Vice President of Supply Chain Business Partner, Consumer Goods at DKSH. She has over 18 years of experience in strategy consulting, supply chain operations, and digital transformation across Asia-Pacific, focusing on cost efficiency, operating model improvements, and eCommerce. With expertise in optimizing route-to-market strategies and driving digital initiatives, Jenny has consistently delivered measurable results in the consumer and retail sectors.