Building stronger local supply chains through procurement, partnership and community wealth building.
Supply Wandsworth is pleased to launch the Wandsworth Food, Hospitality & Catering Supply Chain Programme, a new initiative designed to help local businesses strengthen their commercial offer, build relationships with buyers and access future procurement and supply chain opportunities.
Delivered by Wonder Consultancy in partnership with Mission Kitchen, the programme will bring together local SMEs, procurement professionals, buyers and anchor institutions to strengthen local supply chains, support business growth, improve supply chain resilience and create more inclusive economic opportunities across Wandsworth.
Who Should Attend?
Small and Medium Enterprises: This programme is suitable for food producers, catering businesses, hospitality businesses, restaurants and cafés, food and beverage suppliers, event catering businesses, retail food operators, hospitality and leisure suppliers, and social enterprises operating within the sector.
Buyers: We are seeking participation from procurement professionals, commercial managers, commissioning leads, sustainability managers, facilities managers, hospitality operators, universities, NHS organisations, schools and colleges, housing providers, major employers and anchor institutions. Buyer participation will help shape future approaches to local procurement, supplier development and supply chain resilience.
What Participants Will Gain:
Small and Medium Enterprises: SMEs will have the opportunity to improve procurement readiness, strengthen business positioning, better understand buyer expectations, develop commercial relationships, increase awareness of future opportunities, learn from successful businesses and industry experts, and explore collaboration within the sector.
Buyers: Buyers will have the opportunity to meet innovative local suppliers, understand current supply chain challenges, explore sustainable procurement opportunities, support local economic growth, contribute to supplier development initiatives and help shape a stronger local supplier ecosystem.
Programme Schedule:
Buyer Briefing Session
Wednesday 23 September 2026 (Online Session)
This introductory session is intended for procurement, commissioning, commercial and sustainability professionals. The session will explore current supply chain challenges, local sourcing opportunities, sustainability priorities, supplier development needs and future opportunities for collaboration.
Small and Medium Enterprises Workshop 1
Wednesday 14 October 2026 (Mission Kitchen – In Person)
Theme: Understanding Buyers & Supply Chains
Topics will include procurement processes, buyer requirements, supply chain opportunities and commercial readiness.
Small and Medium Enterprises Workshop 2
Wednesday 21 October 2026 (Mission Kitchen – In Person)
Theme: Building Your Business Profile & Market Position
Topics will include presenting your business effectively, business storytelling, case studies and building buyer confidence.
Small and Medium Enterprises Workshop 3
Wednesday 4 November 2026 (Online)
Theme: Future Opportunities & Supply Chain Growth
Topics will include sector trends, sustainability, collaboration opportunities and future routes into procurement and supply chains.
Register here:
Places are limited and early registration is encouraged.
Delivered by: Wonder Consultancy. Hosted by: Mission Kitchen. Commissioned by: Supply Wandsworth | London Borough of Richmond and Wandsworth