We are dedicated to nurturing local brands, providing tailored consulting, strategic guidance, and comprehensive services to foster their growth. With a steadfast commitment to collaboration, compliance, and community, we strive to elevate small to medium enterprises, ensuring they not only enter the market successfully but flourish sustainably. Through our hands-on approach and genuine partnerships, we aim to drive the success of New Zealand suppliers, making a significant impact on the nation’s FMCG sector.
Our Mission
We’re here to help New Zealand suppliers to flourish sustainably
Our mission is to empower New Zealand suppliers in the FMCG grocery industry.
Our Story
Supplier Collaboration Project (SCP) traces its origins back to the passion and insight of industry veterans who identified a glaring gap in the FMCG market.
Founded by professionals with over a decade of experience working within broker agencies, SCP emerged from the realisation that numerous promising small suppliers were often overlooked due to prohibitive cost overheads and the absence of established brand recognition.
Having been intimately involved in the review process within traditional agencies and constrained by minimum commission targets, the founders discerned an opportunity to create something transformative. In this insight, SCP was born—a vision to build an agency dedicated to the growth of New Zealand suppliers, operating in harmony with them and scaling alongside their successes.
SCP embarked on its journey as a consulting service, leveraging its founders’ profound industry insights and expertise. In the initial year, a pivotal realisation dawned upon the team. They understood that by providing additional services at affordable rates, they could empower these budding brands to not only survive but thrive in the competitive FMCG landscape.
The turning point
The turning point came in December of 2023 when SCP secured its first major client.
This significant milestone propelled the agency into a new phase of growth, enabling the expansion and enhancement of their services. Bolstered by this success, SCP made a commitment to give back to the community that nurtured it. They began a mission to uplift other New Zealand brands, sharing their expertise and resources to help them achieve similar levels of success.
Today, SCP stands as a testament to the power of passion, insight, and collaboration. With a profound understanding of the challenges faced by local suppliers, SCP continues to evolve, empowering brands to overcome obstacles, gain traction within the industry, and achieve sustainable growth. The agency’s journey is a story of transformation, resilience, and the unwavering belief in the potential of New Zealand suppliers.
Meet The Founder
Empowering through Experience, Dedicated to Service, and Driven for Success.
With over 100 years of collective experience in business, grocery and the FMCG realm, our team and partners are unapologetically proud and vocal about our strength and expertise in this industry. We stand ready to leverage our extensive experience to assist and serve, striving to enhance and elevate our partners and clients across all facets.
Jayden Kilpatrick
Managing Director
With 24 years of extensive experience in the FMCG industry, I possess a robust track record of success and achievement. For 14 years, I excelled in various retail roles within Foodstuffs North Island, demonstrating expertise in managing large teams, departments, and store operations.
Over the course of the last 10 years, I made a successful transition to the supplier side of the FMCG industry, progressively refining my skills and gaining valuable insights into various facets of the sector.
Throughout this period, I have held roles in Territory Management, Field Sales Management, National Key Account Management, and Business Development, consistently driving business improvements, sales and profit growth.
Leisha Kilpatrick
Head of Sales & Marketing
As a seasoned North Island Field Sales Manager with a robust FMCG background, I bring a wealth of experience in leading teams through industry shifts, accomplishing collective goals, and nurturing meaningful human connections.
My expertise lies in specialised areas such as team development, strategic communication, and adaptability. I thrive on building trust in uncharted territories and implementing user-friendly solutions. At the core of my leadership philosophy is a "people-first" approach, fostering high team morale and a collaborative work environment.
Recognised for strategic thinking, clear communication, and an unwavering commitment to achieving results in the dynamic FMCG landscape, I am dedicated to driving success through innovation and cohesive teamwork.
Shane Kilpatrick
National Accounts Manager
Shane Kilpatrick brings a diverse background to SCP, having worked across multiple industries, including appliances, electronics, plumbing, and construction.
His extensive career spans roles in retail and sales management, business development, high-level account management, and consulting. As a business owner, reseller, and distributor, Shane has gained firsthand experience navigating complex business landscapes.
What sets him apart is his unwavering focus on the consumer, ensuring that every strategy and partnership is crafted with the consumer's needs at the forefront, creating value and delivering impactful solutions.
Connor Kilpatrick
Regional Business Manager Waikato/B.O.P
Connor Kilpatrick brings a dynamic and fresh perspective to SCP as the Regional Sales Manager, a role he’s held since March 2024.
With a solid background in sales and territory management across companies like Plum Agencies NZ Ltd, LILO Desserts, and KML, Connor has developed a strong understanding of retail and client management. His youthful approach and keen insight into emerging consumer trends, particularly what the next generation seeks, allows SCP to stay ahead in an evolving market.
Connor’s relationship-building skills and innovative outlook make him an integral part of the team, driving sales growth and helping SCP adapt to new opportunities.
Fernanda Bandeira
Regional Business Manager Lower North Island
Fernanda Bandeira is a seasoned sales professional with over 20 years of experience in FMCG. She has a proven track record of managing key supermarket client relationships across the Lower North Island and increasing profit margins across a diverse product portfolio.
Fernanda excels in customer service, stakeholder engagement, and cultivating strong client relationships. Her leadership experience includes supervising teams of merchandisers and executing tailored business plans.
Notably, she successfully established the Lower North Island territory for Natural Sugars and achieved significant growth, with her territory's annual valuation exceeding $1.3 million by 2022. Passionate, energetic, and results-driven, Fernanda is dedicated to driving business success through strategic sales initiatives and exceptional customer care.
Amit Ramwani
Regional Business Manager South Island
Amit Ramwani is a dedicated and results-driven sales professional with over four years of experience as a Sales Manager in the FMCG sector. Known for his ability to cultivate strong client relationships and generate repeat business, Amit has been instrumental in expanding the company’s presence across the South Island. He brings in-depth expertise in effective sales strategies and excels under pressure, consistently surpassing monthly sales targets.
Amit's key achievements include leading a highly successful product launch that expanded market share by 30%, and revitalizing an underperforming territory, doubling sales volume through strategic marketing efforts. His analytics-driven sales approach has also contributed to a 70% year-on-year growth, identifying key trends and opportunities.
Resilient and optimistic, Amit stands out for his unwavering determination to overcome challenges and achieve outstanding results.
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