A RECOGNISED SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAIN ISN ’ T A NEW CONCEPT
CAN YOU START OFF BY TELLING US A BIT ABOUT YOURSELF AND YOUR CAREER TOWARDS FINDING YOURSELF WITH VOLKSWAGEN GROUP AUSTRALIA ?
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A RECOGNISED SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAIN ISN ’ T A NEW CONCEPT
However , over the past few years , the true value of a greener approach has become increasingly apparent . And with good reason . Not only does ethical procurement have a positive effect on the environment , as you might imagine , it could also mean cost savings and increased efficiency for companies all over the world . By adopting a more sustainable approach , it also protects against reputational damage and could ultimately mean more business , if backed with an accreditation to support a greener supply chain . Supply Chain Digital speaks with Gonzalo Salem , Procurement Manager at Volkswagen Group Australia , as he discusses the importance of a sustainable procurement approach in supply chains .
CAN YOU START OFF BY TELLING US A BIT ABOUT YOURSELF AND YOUR CAREER TOWARDS FINDING YOURSELF WITH VOLKSWAGEN GROUP AUSTRALIA ?
I ’ m an Argentinian engineer living in Sydney , and am passionate about cars and the environment . My first job was at Volkswagen Group Argentina and I worked there for over seven years . When I moved to Australia , my goal was to keep developing my career within the Volkswagen Group due to my attachment to the brand and attraction to cars . In November 2019 , the opportunity to join Volkswagen Group Australia emerged and
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