Procurement Magazine July 2024 | Page 117

SUSTAINABILITY
Volunteering on the River Tisza in Hungary

“ Our success and reputation in sustainability is also an opportunity and to a certain extent our obligation ”

MARINELA PAIDA HEAD OF PROCUREMENT CORPORATE , DIGITAL & SUSTAINABILITY AT COCA-COLA HBC
Coca-Cola HBC has been recognised for its sustainability efforts as a global leader . In 2023 , the company was ranked – for the seventh time – as the world ’ s most sustainable beverage company by the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices .
This year Coca-Cola HBC also scored a double-A ranking for its commitment to transparency on climate and water from CDP . Specifically , this year the Procurement Team was named as a CDP Supplier Engagement Leader which constitutes a strong recognition of how it works with diligence and commitment to cascade to both its supply chain and environmental action .
“ These achievements are the result of our clear vision and targets in sustainability , bold and entrepreneurial mindset and continuing investment in technology and innovation ,” Marinela adds .
“ Strong collaboration with our suppliers and partners and highly skilled and committed colleagues working across our markets have also been crucial to this success . We know we still have work to do and remain committed to being part of the solution to global sustainability challenges .”
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