Supplier Code of Conduct Policy
EFFECTIVE DATE
This policy is effective on 1 November 2015
POLICY
In
pursuit of ensuring that its business is conducted sustainably, San Miguel
Brewery Hong Kong Limited (“SMBHK”) has committed to source goods and services
from suppliers who share its core values and integrate them into their own
operations.
To this end, SMBHK works to build relationships with suppliers who cultivate
safe working environments, promote dignity and respect for their employees and
advance responsible environmental practices.
To ensure that its suppliers conduct their businesses consistent with SMBHK’s
principles and values, SMBHK has adopted this Supplier Code of Conduct
(“Code”), which outlines the standards that SMBHK expects its suppliers to
espouse.
SCOPE
This Code applies to all suppliers who deal with SMBHK.
STANDARDS
LABOR PRACTICES
- Employment – Suppliers must not use any form of forced, coerced or bonded labor, or be engaged in human trafficking or exploitation.
- Working Age – Suppliers must not employ any person under the minimum employment legal age under applicable laws and should not be younger than 15 years of age in any circumstance.
- Fair and Equal Treatment – Employment must be based on suitability for a job. Employees must not be subjected to discrimination on the basis of gender, race, nationality, age, marital status, maternal status, sexual orientation, religion or disability.
- Compensation and Working Hours – Employee compensation and working hours must comply with applicable wage and working hour labor laws. Wages must be paid promptly and overtime must be compensated according to applicable laws.
- Industrial Relations – Suppliers must have in place communications procedures that allow employees to raise concerns and complaints with management.
ETHICAL CONDUCT
- Suppliers must operate with high ethical standards and must not be involved in bribery, corruption and fraud.
