Sustainable Procurement & Supplier Engagement

Responsible Materials. Responsible Partners.

Sustainable procurement is an important part of ALPLA's sustainability strategy. By working closely with suppliers, we promote responsible sourcing, strengthen transparency and support long-term business resilience throughout our supply chain. Together, we aim to create value through responsible business practices and sustainable partnerships.

Building Responsible Supply Chains Together

Our suppliers are key partners in achieving our sustainability objectives. We work together to strengthen transparency, manage risks, uphold ethical standards and support responsible sourcing throughout the value chain. Our sustainable procurement approach is built on four key principles:

Supplier Engagement

Our suppliers play a crucial role in achieving our sustainable procurement goals. With your collaboration, we can achieve outstanding results that benefit not only ALPLA but also you, our partners, and our customers.

Integration

ALPLA is on a clear growth trajectory. We invite our key suppliers to join us on this journey. We have developed a new version of our Supplier Code of Conduct, which aligns with ALPLA's corporate social responsibility expectations. This initiative aims to onboard our suppliers, ensuring they are well-informed about ALPLA’s standards.

→ Supplier Code of Conduct

Transparency

We present a transparent and structured management process to our suppliers and provide detailed guidelines for suppliers and procurement employees, including self-assessment and risk analysis. To learn more, please refer to our Sustainable Procurement Policy which provides comprehensive details and guidelines.

→ Sustainable Procurement Policy

Leadership

Our leadership is fully committed to integrating sustainable practices into our procurement processes, setting a strong example and driving forward our sustainability agenda. By aligning our executive strategies with our sustainable procurement goals, we reinforce our dedication to responsible sourcing and corporate social responsibility, fostering a culture of sustainability throughout ALPLA and among our partners.

→ Sustainability Statement

‘The best way to predict the future is to create it.’
Peter Drucker

Supplier Management Process

To support responsible procurement, ALPLA follows a risk-based supplier management approach supported by a Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programme. The process includes supplier onboarding, self-assessments, risk evaluations, audits and continuous improvement measures. Sustainability considerations are integrated throughout the procurement lifecycle to support transparency, accountability and long-term supplier development.

Our Expectations for Key Suppliers

We work together with our key suppliers to strengthen sustainability performance and improve supply chain transparency. These activities help create meaningful cooperation and support continuous improvement across our supply chain. Depending on the supplier relationship, expectations may include:

Acceptance of the ALPLA Supplier Code of Conduct
Participation in EcoVadis assessments
Support for science-based climate commitments
Provision of relevant greenhouse gas emissions data
Cooperation in Zero Pellet Loss initiatives
Participation in regular supplier evaluations

Supplier Code of Conduct Commitment

To confirm your acceptance of our Supplier Code of Conduct, please review, sign, and return the document to your designated ALPLA account representative. Join our sustainable supplier network and help us build transparent, responsible, and resilient supply chains.

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Supplier Standards & Procurement Documents

Our sustainable procurement approach is supported by formal supplier standards, procurement policies and governance documents. Suppliers can access detailed requirements, onboarding documentation and procurement-related information through our Legal Hub.

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