Nestlé Ghana holds Supplier Day 2025 to foster collaboration, sustainable growth among suppliers
Nestlé Ghana has hosted its inaugural Supplier Day at the Fiesta Royale Hotel in Accra, bringing together more than 100 suppliers of both direct and indirect materials.
Held under the theme “Procurement in the 21st Century: The Importance of Collaboration for a Mutual Win and Growth,” the event aimed to strengthen partnerships and promote sustainable procurement practices across the value chain.
In her opening remarks, the incoming Managing Director of Nestlé Ghana Ltd., Salome Azevedo underscored the critical role of strong, collaborative relationships in driving innovation and advancing sustainability goals.
Regional Supply Chain Director for Central and West Africa Region, Nestor Finalo highlighted the transformative power of collaboration, noting that success in today's market relies on working together, with innovation and sustainability as key cornerstones.
Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Manager for Nestlé Ghana, Deborah Kwablah set the tone for Sustainability, Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) panel discussion by showcasing Nestlé’s impactful social projects that benefit communities.
The panel included Juan Fernandez de la Vega, Head of Procurement for Nestlé Central and West Africa, Max Essoh Latte, Managing Director of Cargill, and Rafael Pirez, Managing Director of Polytank explore topics on sustainability and its future implications for supply chains.
Maria Lovelace Johnson, Director of the FDA's Inspectorate Division, emphasized the importance of food processing standards and the FDA's collaboration with Nestlé to ensure compliance.
Chimatara Anyanwu, Supplier Chain Manager for Nestlé Coastal Cluster, offered insights on optimizing processes and elevating supplier expectations.
The event also addressed the need for ethical and sustainable sourcing; essential standards like the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) that suppliers must follow; supplier financing, legal responsibilities, tax compliance, and supply chain quality assurance, reinforcing Nestlé’s commitment to excellence.
The day concluded by highlighting that effective collaboration is crucial for driving innovation and achieving shared goals.
