Structuring for impact at Bayer through a dedicated sustainable procurement team Case study 2 Bayer’s dedicated team, set within the procurement organization, leads the integration of sustainability priorities, particularly decarbonization, into sourcing decisions and category strategies. It provides expertise, tools and coordination to support implementation across the business. Bayer also plays a leadership role in Together for Sustainability (TfS), a global chemicals industry coalition that advances these practices, helping members boost impact, reduce duplication and drive continuous improvement across global supply chains. How? Bayer’s success stems from structural enablers and broader practices: –Dedicated team and integrated governance: Procurement works with legal, finance and HR in sustainability councils to align direction and resolve trade-offs. –Board-level endorsement and accountability: Progress boosts both short- and long-term compensation for all employees, reinforcing shared accountability. –Tools and data embedded into decisions: Internal carbon pricing and related thresholds go into evaluating suppliers, with digital systems for carbon footprint tracking and scoring. Those lacking emissions data face penalties, while strong performers gain an edge. –Ecosystem platforms for scale and alignment: TfS resources help to train teams, align on shared standards and scale up supplier engagement. Collaborating with peers, rather than developing standalone systems, accelerates implementation and ensures consistency across the industry. Impact Bayer’s structured approach has enabled procurement to lead on sustainability. A dedicated team with clear governance mechanisms embeds sustainability into strategies and decisions. At the same time, Bayer’s industry-wide effort has amplified its influence, shaping standards and accelerating the adoption of sustainability practices. Green Procurement Playbook: The CPO’s Guide to Delivering Value for Business and Planet 25

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