As a global company that serves customers of different cultures and backgrounds, Liberty Mutual is committed to actively supporting and engaging an inclusive supply base. We understand that having a supply chain that is inclusive will promote innovative thinking and yield stronger business results. We value the energy and perspective of each and every dynamic supplier and welcome the opportunity to be a part of their story and ultimate success. - Mark Lareau, Senior Vice President, Chief Procurement Officer
Responsible Sourcing
Responsible sourcing embodies a comprehensive strategy, using data and information to procure goods and services ethically and sustainably. We are committed to fostering a supply chain that reflects clients’ and customers’ resilience.
Using our ESG software, EcoVadis, we measure the following criteria that define a responsible supplier.
- Environmental Initiatives
- Labor & Human Rights Adherence
- Ethical Conduct
- Sustainable Procurement Practices
Liberty’s Procurement department supports small businesses and numerous organizations, including those with the following memberships:
- National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)
- Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)
- National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC)
- Disability:IN
- NaVoBa
- Boston Chamber of Commerce
Process, Policy and Structure
Liberty Procurement encourages the use of suppliers through the following structure:
- Responsible Sourcing is part of Liberty’s Procurement organization and can be reached at ResponsibleSourcing@LibertyMutual.com.
- A self-service registration portal for suppliers is available here.
- Inclusion of suppliers in our category sourcing activities
- Tracking and reporting of supplier statistics