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Gianluca Sgaramella

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APULIA DISTRIBUZIONE

Rutigliano (BA), Italy

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Category buyer at Apulia Distribuzione, 300 stores & 4 cash & carry, €700M turnover. Seeking qualified producers to expand our private label.

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APULIA DISTRIBUZIONE

APULIA DISTRIBUZIONE

Rutigliano (BA), Italy

Founded in 2001, Apulia Distribuzione is a company based in Apulia, specializing in the organized large-scale distribution of food products, in partnership with leading brands in the sector. With a network of 4 cash & carry locations and over 300 Rossotono retail stores, the company operates two strategic distribution centers—one in Apulia and one in Sicily—ensuring efficient logistics and timely service. With an estimated annual turnover of €680 million, Apulia Distribuzione is actively seeking production partners who share its standards of quality and competitive pricing, to establish new strategic collaborations. We are particularly interested in the following product categories: OIL, VINEGAR & LEMON JUICE: Extra virgin olive oil, olive oil, pomace oil, seed oils, vinegar, glazes, condiments, alcohol vinegar., BASIC INGREDIENTS: Flours, sugar, sweeteners, pastry ingredients, cake mixes., PRESERVED VEGETABLES: Green, black, mixed, stuffed, and seasoned olives; vegetables in oil (artichokes, mushrooms, mixed vegetables); pickled products (capers, giardiniera, mixed salad, pearl onions, cucumbers, peppers); preserved legumes and cereals; dried mushrooms; preserved and spirit-soaked fruits., SAUCES, SPREADS & CONDIMENTS: Ready-made sauces and bases; vegetable and spreadable sauces (e.g., mayonnaise, ketchup)., FROZEN PRODUCTS: Pizza, bread We are also open to exploring opportunities beyond these categories with partners who share our commitment to excellence.
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About me

My name is Gianluca Sgaramella and I serve as Category Buyer at Apulia Distribuzione, a leading food distribution company based in Rutigliano (Bari), in the heart of Apulia.

Our commercial network includes over 300 retail stores and 4 cash & carry locations, with an estimated annual turnover of €700 million.

We are actively seeking qualified producers who can offer a competitive edge and contribute to the growth of our private label, which already includes more than 2,000 SKUs. We value innovation, quality, and flexibility, and aim to strengthen our product offering to meet evolving market needs.

We are particularly interested in the following categories:

  • Oil, vinegar, and condiments

  • Baking and pastry ingredients

  • Preserved vegetables and legumes

  • Ready-made sauces and condiments

  • Frozen products (bread and pizza)

We are also open to exploring opportunities beyond these categories with partners who share our commitment to excellence.

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