Human Capital Development: Advancing Procurement Toward Sustainability

The Group recognizes that the Procurement Department serves as the frontline and a vital engine in driving a Sustainable Supply Chain. The day-to-day actions and decisions of procurement professionals directly impact on the achievement of corporate sustainability goals. Consequently, the Group is committed to systematically integrating Environmental, Social, Safety, and Governance (ESG) requirements into its procurement processes.

To navigate evolving business dynamics and international standards, the Group initiated the "In-depth Procurement Capacity Building Project." This program focuses on enhancing professional technical skills alongside fostering Responsible Procurement awareness to align with long-term business objectives.

Project Objectives

1. Upskilling & Reskilling: To enhance the strategic knowledge, skills, and competencies of procurement personnel, ensuring transparent, efficient operations that strictly adhere to corporate policies.
2. ESG Integration: To cultivate a profound understanding of Sustainable Procurement principles, considering ESG issues, business ethics, and risk management throughout the entire supply chain.

Implementation & Executive Programs

In 2025, the Group approved the budget and encouraged key procurement personnel to attend national-level certification programs to elevate standards to an international level, as follows:

1. Certified Purchasing and Supply Chain (CPS)

• Organized by: Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Association of Thailand (PSAT)
• Participants: Ms. Tarinna Srichun and Ms. Sukanya Kittikantawat
• Curriculum (3 Key Modules):
• Module 1: Fundamental Knowledge of Procurement (June 27–28, 2025)
• Module 2: Proactive Procurement Strategies (July 5–6, 2025)
• Module 3: External Environment and Factors Impacting Procurement (Nov 21–22, 2025)

2. Advanced Certified Purchasing and Supply Chain (Advanced CPS)

• Organized by: Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Association of Thailand (PSAT)
• Participant: Ms. Wannakan Limopasmanee (Procurement Management Level)
• Curriculum (2 Key Modules):
• Module 1: International Procurement Management (Sept 6–7, 2025)
• Module 2: Logistics and Sustainability Management (Nov 1–2, 2025)

3. Sustainability Workshop: “ESG into Supply Chain Management”

• Organized by: Thailand Environment Institute (TEI) via Zoom Meeting on July 9, 2025.
• Focus: Integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance dimensions into the Supplier ESG Program, focusing on evaluation and supplier management processes.

Performance & Value Creation

Through this initiative, participating procurement personnel have significantly enhanced their strategic knowledge and technical capacity. They are now equipped to apply international tools and standards to screens, assess, and collaborate with partners more effectively. This ensures the organization’s procurement process is transparent, fair, and fully integrates ESG risks into decision-making, thereby supporting the Group's mission to foster a Sustainable Business Ecosystem.