ESG Guidelines for Suppliers

Basic Policy on ESG Procurement

To achieve both a sustainable society and enhanced corporate value, we promote procurement activities that prioritize ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) considerations throughout our entire supply chain.
These guidelines set forth shared values and codes of conduct for all business partners involved in our procurement activities, and, in conjunction with the individual guidelines listed below, call for the implementation of effective initiatives.

• CSR Activity Guidelines for Business Partners (Social and Ethical Areas)
• Green Procurement Guidelines (Environmental Area)

Through partnerships with our business partners, we aim to achieve responsible procurement and strengthen the competitiveness of the entire supply chain.

Procurement Guidelines

① CSR Activity Guidelines for Business Partners

The specific requirements regarding “Social (S) and Governance (G)” under these guidelines are set forth in the “CSR Activity Guidelines for Business Partners” separately established by.
We require our business partners to implement initiatives in the following areas:

• Legal Compliance
• Respect for Human Rights and Fair Labor Practices
• Ensuring Occupational Safety and Health
• Business Continuity and Risk Management
• Environmental and Social Considerations

CSR Activity Guidelines for Suppliers (PDF: 162KB)

② Green Procurement Guidelines

The specific requirements regarding “Environment (E)” under these guidelines are set forth in the “Green Procurement Guidelines” separately established by.
We ask our business partners to promote the following initiatives:

• Establishment of an environmental management system
• Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions
• Resource conservation and waste reduction
• Environmental conservation (air, water, soil, etc.)
• Chemical substance management and development of environmentally friendly products

Green Procurement Guidelines (PDF: 103KB/8pages)

Supplier Management: Our Commitment to Sustainable Procurement

We conduct fair and equitable business transactions in accordance with our “Procurement Guidelines.”
When selecting new suppliers and deciding on continued business relationships, we give priority to suppliers who meet the following criteria:

• Sound Management: The company must be in sound financial condition and capable of maintaining stable, long-term business relationships.
• ESG: Compliance with laws and social norms, and a strong emphasis on respect for human rights and environmental protection (decarbonization, resource recycling, etc.).
• Quality, Price, and Delivery: Appropriate quality, pricing, and delivery times for products and services.
• Supply Stability and Risk Management: The ability to respond to fluctuations in supply and demand, and the capacity to maintain supply even during disasters through measures such as the formulation of a Business Continuity Plan (BCP).

Announcement of the “Partnership Building Declaration”

In alignment with the objectives of the “Council for Promoting Partnerships to Open Up the Future,” an initiative promoted by the Cabinet Office, the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency, and other organizations, we have announced our “Partnership Building Declaration.” We aim to build new partnerships by fostering collaboration and mutual prosperity with all members of our supply chain.

Yamada Manufacturing's Declaration on Building Partnerships (PDF: 130KB)