Supplier Management
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Sustainability, high product quality, availability, service and innovation – these are the cornerstones of our success and the basis for the sustainable growth. We can only meet these demands together with our partners who supply us reliably. We are constantly looking for suppliers for a wide range of needs. If you like to be part of our circle of suppliers, please contact us.
The local procurement organizations operate from our production sites in Germany, France, Korea, China, India, Turkey, U.A.E and the U.S.A. Our global category management team is responsible for the group wide procurement strategy and the supplier panel.
Supply Chain Digitalization
State-of-the-art digitalization creates the backbone for our high-performance supply chain. We globally apply latest cloud and AI technologies and foster end-to-end connectivity to achieve simple and efficient procurement & supply processes.
SAP Ariba is our central platform for data exchange and collaboration. For the automized electronic exchange of data, e.g. Purchase Orders, Scheduling Agreements or Delivery Notes, we partner with Seeburger to boost efficiency and reduce errors and paperwork. Suppliers which are onboarded can access the Seeburger Portal.
Wilo Code of Conduct for Suppliers
We take responsibility for a value chain that is based on compliance with international laws and standards and corresponds to the highest possible ethical values. Therefore, in our Supplier Code of Conduct, we have outlined our standards on compliance with applicable law, human rights and non-discrimination, labor, ethics, health, safety and the environment.
We strive to maintain close, trusting and sustainable relationships with its suppliers, based on the highest possible business standards. Therefore, we consider the principles outlined in the Code of Conduct for Suppliers to be the basic conditions for a business relationship with Wilo.
Suppliers must commit to complying with our standards and principles before initiating any business as documented in the Wilo Code of Conduct for Suppliers.
Sustainability in the Supply Chain
Sustainable procurement is a core part of our corporate strategy addressing social, environmental, and economic sustainability. We integrate sustainability into our supply chain processes to create long-term value for our stakeholders and minimize negative impacts in the communities and on the planet.
While the Ecovadis rating system provides valuable insights into suppliers' sustainability performance, Wilo Group acknowledges the importance of additional assessments for thorough due diligence (LkSG). We actively monitor supplier compliance, including mandatory documentation and Wilo-specific requirements. Furthermore, we conduct supplier audits and mandates SMETA (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit) audits, reducing the likelihood of non-compliance with international sustainability standards.
Reducing our carbon footprint is another key focus area for Wilo Group. We recognize the relevance of Scope 3.1 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from activities outside our organization's control but related to our supply chain. By working and promoting sustainable suppliers, we aim to reduce the environmental impact of our supply chain operations and minimize Scope 3 emissions.
Wilo Purchasing Conditions
Unless otherwise agreed upon in individual legal agreements, the Wilo purchasing conditions and instructions apply to all business relations between us and our partners.
By entering into a business relationship with Wilo, you acknowledge and accept these conditions and instructions as binding.
Additionally, WILO expects suppliers to meet requirements for the seven R's of logistics: right materials, time, quantity, quality, form, information, price, and place.
As of quality insurance, our initial sample procedure helps to confirm that the supplier fully understands the quality requirements and technical specifications defined by us and can guarantee them under series production conditions. Finally, we mandates all suppliers to subscribe to DUNS for streamlined identification and verification, ensuring efficient and reliable business operations and financial transactions.
Supplier’s Material Compliance
Before initiating any business with us, suppliers will be asked to provide their data and status within a specific Wilo form for the below material compliance.
REACh
Regulation EC 1907/2006 aims to ensure a high level of protection of human health and the environment through better and earlier identification of the intrinsic properties of chemical substances.
RoHS
The RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU) stands for “Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment” aims to improve the protection of the environment through an improved recycling management.
Conflict Minerals
The term conflict minerals is defined as columbite-tantalite, also known as coltan (from which tantalum is derived); cassiterite (tin); gold; wolframite (tungsten); or their derivatives; or any other mineral or its derivatives determined by the Secretary of State to be financing conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo or an adjoining country. These are also referenced as 3TG (Tin, Tantalum, Tungsten and Gold).
Wilo SpeakUp
Wilo is strongly combating abuse and misconduct within organizations. Wilo’s SpeakUp provides a safe and confidential channel for individuals to report illegal, unethical, or fraudulent activities. By encouraging transparency and accountability, SpeakUp plays a vital role in uncovering hidden truths and protecting the interests of stakeholders.
