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Supplier Inclusion and Sustainability

Supplier Inclusion and Sustainability

Responsible procurement strengthens our supply chain while creating positive social and environmental impact.

At Bain, we are dedicated to building a sustainable, inclusive, and responsible supply chain that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Our Supplier Inclusion and Sustainability Program holistically integrates ethical and environmentally responsible practices into our Global Procurement processes. This includes engaging small and underrepresented businesses, promoting sustainable sourcing, and ensuring ethical labor practices in our supply chain. It reflects our company values, supports our clients’ initiatives and is a key driver of our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals.

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Supplier inclusion and sustainability are core to our business, and to our commitment to advancing clients’ priorities and expanding opportunities for global communities.

Christophe De Vusser

Worldwide Managing Partner, New York

How We Define Supplier Inclusion

How We Define Supplier Inclusion

Supplier Inclusion is Bain’s strategy to identify small businesses as well as enterprises owned or managed by historically underrepresented groups to participate in our sourcing process. While primarily in North America, we continue to evolve our program and encourage participation in many regions. Our goal is to ensure all qualified businesses have fair access to opportunities within our supply chain. This includes, but is not limited to, enterprises certified by the following organizations:

Why It Matters

Why It Matters

Supplier inclusion in procurement is critical to equitable growth. By connecting with small and diverse businesses, we expand opportunities, foster innovation, and support community resilience - while meeting the evolving expectations of our clients and stakeholders.

ESG in Procurement

ESG in Procurement

Bain’s global procurement strategy holistically integrates environmental stewardship, ethical practices, and social impact:

  • We have implemented a Sustainable Procurement Policy, that encourages all suppliers to align with our environmental, ethical, and social impact standards
  • Our Supplier Code of Conduct outlines our standards and expectations on sustainability, social impact, human rights, and ethical practices
  • We provide a Sustainable Procurement Fact Sheet to new suppliers during onboarding, ensuring transparency and alignment from the outset of our engagement

How We Support Suppliers Through Inclusion and Sustainability

How We Support Suppliers Through Inclusion and Sustainability

We support our suppliers through an inclusive and sustainability-driven approach that spans all regions where we operate. By engaging responsible partners and expanding access to opportunity, we promote environmental stewardship and build resilient, values-aligned supply chains. Our impact approach includes:

  • Supplier Development: Coaching and mentoring for businesses to navigate the rigors of corporate procurement and climate initiatives
  • Outreach: Partnerships with advocacy organizations to identify and develop high-potential suppliers
  • Tracking & Reporting: Track supplier engagement to measure progress on inclusive sourcing, while also monitoring emissions to ensure transparency and support our sustainability goals
  • Compliance: align our practices with leading ESG frameworks and support client objectives related to supplier inclusion and responsible sourcing

Doing Business with Us

Doing Business with Us

Companies interested in doing business with us should register below at our portal. While we do not guarantee contract awards through this process, we encourage registrations for greater visibility. Following registration, a member of our Responsible Procurement Team will contact you when relevant opportunities arise that match your company’s profile.

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