About Us
- Cindy founded Saveway Supplies November 2009 with an old laptop, a closet converted to an office, less than $5000 in inventory and a solid business plan. Serve your customers and provide solutions! Help them save and grow!
Our founder, Cindy Chen, has been in the packaging industry since she was 12 years old. She helped her aunt and uncle Chu during the summer and winter time in the warehouse putting shrink-wrap around six rolls of carton sealing tape. She still remembers how once you accumulated six of the shrink-wrapped tapes then you would seal the box and there was a box of tape ready to be sold. Since Cindy was having trouble with school, she then told herself that she needed to be a ‘somebody’ in the working world. She started to focus on working full time for her uncle at the age of 18 in the packaging industry and was always seeking to climb up the career ladder as opportunity comes.
She has sold everything from corrugated boxes to baler twine and duct tape to truck rope. When she transitioned away from industrial packaging to selling agricultural packaging she finally found her niche, in was twist ties. Started off by Vine Ties, a twist tie to tie the vine. Yes! OK, not that big of a deal. But now, let’s talk about a twist tie that can bunch your cilantro, can we talk? Well, at that time, in 2008, no one was selling imported ties. Our competitors were saying things like: It doesn’t work. It’s not good. It’s cheap. It’s from China and etc. Well, that did not stop Cindy!
In fact, that is what made Cindy successful today is because she kept on pushing and made the impossible into the possible. It started with one customer who believed in her and then two and then three. The first few years of Saveway Supplies were in the middle of the great recession when most thought it was the worst time to start a new company. Especially as a single mom of two young ladies. But, If you know Cindy, you know she would not quit until she found success. She is not only passionate about a twist tie but also the agricultural industry. When she was selling baler twine, she didn’t even know what hay was! Believe it or not, she was the first Asian woman in the agricultural industry selling supplies to farmers! Imagine this 5 ft. tall Asian woman, driving her Toyota Camry, in a fancy furry jacket and asking you to buy baler twine and or twist ties for cilantro… Since then, she has learned to get an American pick-up truck and wear wringers jeans with boots. But hey, what a story! Here we are 15 years later and Saveway Supplies is a bustling company with 12 employees. Of course, going from a working out of your garage to a 23,000 sq foot warehouse today did not come easy, but it sure has been worth it.
She is still passionate about twist ties and that will never change. Her core values and beliefs are what makes her different than others. If you know her, you know her. This is what she wants to tell our customers:
I am extremely grateful to have the opportunity to live in the United States and became a US citizen at the age of 20. As an immigrant, came to America at 10 years old, didn’t speak the language and learned how to “Make It” in my own way. Self-education was important to me. I believe if you are willing to work hard then your dreams will come true. I was not afraid to work hard. I was grateful for every single tough challenge my clients gave me then and I was able to deliver them. I am grateful for all the support and customers who have believed in me. I appreciate my customers, big or small. I want and will continue to have the “serving” attitude and to keep going to keep that legacy alive. Thank you for your support of Saveway Supplies. My team and I are here to serve you and your business.
Today we operate from Riverside California with convenient access to all major freeways. Orders are shipped same day and sent with reputable carriers experienced in transporting food contact packaging. We look forward to finding new solutions in packaging for you that are ecofriendly, sustainable and affordable. Give us a call today at (951) 682-1800 and let us serve you!
Why Saveway
Quality Assurance
At Saveway we only provide the highest quality product. We take food safety very seriously. Our products meet or exceed FDA standards and our facilities are audited annually. If you are not 100% satisfied we will gladly exchange or refund your order.
Environmentally Conscious
Today customers are ever more conscious about the packaging around their food. Saveway manufactures our twist tie using recyclable materials and non-toxic inks. Please contact your sales representative for more details.
Customer Service
We love our customers, which is why we place so much emphasis on Customer Service. Without you, we wouldn't be here.
Same-Day Shipping
If you order today by 1pm your order will be shipped out the same day. Simply pick up the phone and contact your sales representative.
Affordability
We believe savings equals profit. Which is why we have a sourcing agent constantly shopping for the best possible price, so we can pass the savings directly on to you.
Warehouse Service
We appreciate that planning ahead does not always go as planned which is why we offer stocking programs to meet your specific needs. Please contact your sales representative for more details.
Our Team
- Cindy ChenPresident & CEOof Cindy Chen"
- Terrence BischCFOof Terrence Bisch"
- Jose LopezGeneral Managerof Jose Lopez"
- Sherry ChenImport Coordinatorof Sherry Chen"
- Juan CejaInventory Managerof Juan Ceja"
- Amanda WoodSales Support/Office Managerof Amanda Wood"
- Jose D. Lopez Sr.Sales Representativeof Jose D. Lopez Sr."
- Miriam LopezCustomer Service Representativeof Miriam Lopez"
- Axel VargasShipping & Receiving Supervisorof Axel Vargas"
- Ulises NunezDelivery Driverof Ulises Nunez"
- Charles RodriguezWarehouse Associateof Charles Rodriguez"
Explore Career Opportunities with Saveway Supplies
At Saveway Supplies, we are always looking for talented and passionate individuals to join our team. If you are interested in building a rewarding career with us, explore our current job openings and learn more about the opportunities we offer.