Although establishing sustainability targets may appear straightforward, achieving them presents a distinct challenge. Many companies find scope 3 supply chain emissions particularly difficult to address, revealing the need for supplier engagement and collaboration. However, given the extensive reach of supply networks, how does one effectively drive transformative action?
In 2020, multinational automotive manufacturing company General Motors (GM) created a space for key suppliers to come together and engage in sustainability focused conversations. The GM Supplier Sustainability Council (Council) was created as an extension of the Supplier Business Council (SBC) who work intimately with the Global Purchasing and Supply Chain (GPSC) organization to manage supplier relations and implement sustainability initiatives. The SSC is composed of 14 key suppliers, in addition to a team of cross-functional GM employees and serves as a representative voice for the wider supply chain. The Council has proved an instrumental tool for supplier engagement, giving members the opportunity to contribute to the success of the entire organization.
In this 10-step guide, you will uncover top tips for supplier engagement and learn how General Motors has been able to inspire lasting change across a global supply chain.