Pittsburgh-based PPG, a paints, coatings and specialty products provider, recently announced its annual Excellent Supplier Awards winners.
The awards honor suppliers in the company’s global supply base whose performance has consistently exceeded requirements. Suppliers are evaluated based on commercial value, compliance, delivery, documentation, innovation, quality, responsiveness, sustainability, service, and value add. Suppliers include direct (raw materials), indirect, logistics and energy.
This year’s winners were recognized for their efforts to create value, generate savings and establish a competitive advantage for PPG.
“Our suppliers play a vital role in helping us serve our customers today while positioning PPG for future success,” Christine Camsuzou, PPG vice president, global procurement and integrated supply chain, said. “We’re pleased to recognize these exceptional partners for the value they bring to our business. Their dedication, creativity and adaptability have made a meaningful impact, and we look forward to continuing to strengthen our partnerships in the years ahead.”
The global winner in the sustainability category was Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corp., recognized for partnering with PPG to develop innovative materials for marine antifouling coating.
Other winners include Belcan, SAP, EPAM, global winners, indirect; The Shepherd Color Company and Rianlon, LB Group, global winners, direct; and Eaton, indirect, regional winner for the United States and Canada.