Supplier Engagement Programme

At Lidl, we have developed an Irish retail first, ‘Supplier Engagement Programme’, to help support our suppliers reduce their environmental impact, improve their resource efficiency and grow their sustainable sourcing practises, throughout their operations and supply chain. This collaborative programme set out to run at least 5 years aims to support suppliers in developing long term sustainability goals and making positive progress on specific areas such as climate, biodiversity, circular economy in packaging and food waste etc.

Launched in 2020, we are currently working with 11 suppliers across our primary product areas, to collaborate on projects, support the development of their own strategy and improve their climate impact and in turn, helping to grow their future business sustainably. These selected suppliers meet with us quarterly to share progress, challenges and learnings. To support them on this journey, we provide workshops, on site experts and resources to help streamline their approach and support the development of their own internal framework. We also evaluate their progress and share regular feedback and insights. As part of this programme, we are collaborating with external stakeholders such as Bord Bia, BITC and independent consultants.