Buying better, responsibly
Sustainability is built into how we operate and who we partner with. From our own accreditations to the standards we set for our supplier network, we’re committed to procurement that works for our clients, our partners, and the planet.
Leading by example
Our Sustainability Commitment
At My Purchasing Partner, sustainability isn’t a separate initiative — it’s part of how we work every day. We believe responsible procurement means making decisions that deliver value for our clients today without compromising tomorrow.
Our approach focuses on two areas where we can have the greatest impact: the way we run our own business, and the standards we expect from the supplier network we curate on behalf of our clients.
Green Mark accredited ✓
We hold Green Mark accreditation, an independently audited environmental management standard that recognises businesses committed to reducing their environmental impact.
Electric vehicles in our fleet ✓
We’re transitioning our company fleet to electric vehicles, reducing emissions from our nationally based team’s travel as they support clients and suppliers across the UK.
100+ vetted supplier partners ✓
Sustainability is part of our supplier onboarding and review process. We assess environmental policies, certifications, and ongoing commitments alongside commercial and operational criteria.
Responsible sourcing standards ✓
We expect our supply partners to share our commitment to responsible business and to demonstrate measurable progress in their own operations.
Supporting your business
Supporting Your Sustainability Goals
Many of our clients have their own sustainability commitments, whether driven by regulation, tender requirements, or organisational values. We work alongside you to align procurement decisions with those goals, providing supplier data, reporting support, and category recommendations that move the needle.
Align procurement with your sustainability strategy
We support your sustainability objectives by identifying purchasing opportunities that reduce environmental impact while maintaining commercial performance.
Lower-impact product solutions
Our supplier network is carefully evaluated to help you select partners that share your environmental and ethical commitments.
Develop more sustainable product ranges
We help identify innovative alternatives, including plant-based and eco-conscious product solutions, that support changing consumer expectations.
Build sustainable menus
Working with your culinary and procurement teams, we help develop menus that balance sustainability, quality, cost, and customer appeal.
Support carbon reduction initiatives
Our procurement specialists help identify opportunities to reduce carbon emissions across your supply chain by considering sourcing, logistics, product selection, and supplier performance. We can also support reporting and data that contribute to your wider carbon reduction plans.
Reduce food waste
We provide practical recommendations and product strategies that help minimise waste throughout the purchasing and operational process.
Supporting Your Accreditations & ESG Commitments
Beyond day-to-day procurement support, we help clients evidence progress against recognised sustainability standards. We’ve supported businesses working towards accreditations including B Corp, EcoVadis, and the King’s Awards for Enterprise, as well as strengthening internal ESG policies and frameworks. Where useful, our team can join calls directly with assessors or internal stakeholders, providing the data and category insight needed to support a strong submission.
Our Journey Continues
We’re proud of what we’ve achieved so far, but we know sustainability is an ongoing commitment. We continue to invest in our own practices, deepen our supplier standards, and listen to our clients about what matters most to them. If you’d like to know more about our sustainability work or discuss how we can support yours, please get in touch.