Horticulture packaging services
Adding value across the fruit packaging process
At Hawk, we form relationships with our customers that go beyond being a supplier of fruit trays. By providing added value across logistics and transport management, research and development, inventory management, product forecasting and reporting; we are able to help create streamlined processes to improve packhouse operations.
Our attitude of continually challenging systems and processes with feedback from industry partners, allows us to achieve unparalleled standards of excellence.
Accurate forecasting for horticulture packaging services
Close collaboration
Using detailed historical data, we can work closely with customers and industry partners to ensure forecasting is as accurate as possible.
Accounting for unforeseen circumstances
Weather events and labour shortages are just two factors that can hugely impact horticulture, but planning remains critical and we can help with this process.
Seasonal adjustments
Starting with a pre-season forecast, we stay closely connected to our customers throughout the season, ensuring continuous adjustment to numbers based on fruit profile and pack plans for each packhouse.
Efficient consignment model for horticulture packaging
Unique consignment model
Our consignment customers have stock delivered to be stored onsite and are only billed once the stock is scanned for use. This hassle-free system results in the following benefits:
Ensured stock availability
No need to stay on top of reordering, this is all automated to agreed minimum levels.
Aids cash flow
By not paying until the pallet is scanned, there’s no need for large upfront investments in fruit tray stocks.
Customisable minimum stock levels
If pack plans change or volumes reduce, minimum tray orders can be easily updated.
Real-time adjustments
The Hawk Virtual Inventory Management (VIM) system allows us to see live changes made at consignment sites, so we can despatch stock replenishments in a timely manner.
Real-time data access for enhanced customer experience
The Hawk customer portal is a web-based platform designed to provide a hassle-free way to keep track of your fruit packaging trays through the production process. Our portal allows for:
Data accuracy with unique customer logins.
Real-time product scanning and usage updates.
Continuous monitoring of stock levels.
Visibility of orders in transit.
Easy stock checks and printing of stock lists.
Reliable stock management solutions
Reliable stock production
Our manufacturing operations run 24/7, 365 days a year producing high quality moulded fibre fruit trays for the Australian and New Zealand apple and avocado industries.
Key transport partnerships
As well as our Hawke’s Bay site, we hold manufactured stock of all count sizes with our South Island providers in Nelson and Motueka - meaning easy order fulfilment throughout NZ and to our international customers.
Storage of stock
Our packaging methodology allows for a fully weatherproof product that can be stored externally.
Accurate replenishment
Our consignment model ensures availability and accurate order replenishment. We also always hold a buffer of stock for our direct sale customers.
Comprehensive reporting for informed decision making
Live data reporting via customer web portal.
End of season report with detailed stock usage breakdown by count size, including usage by ISO week, pallet movements/orders/transfers, as well as usage against forecast.
Historical data comparison for analysis of volume and seasonal variances.
Listing of service, delivery, and product issues.
Seasonal review meetings for improvement discussions.
Discover how Hawk, a proud family-owned business, can provide you with top-tier packaging solutions
