The study at a glance

Gain insights from leading European professionals in procurement and supply chain management, with a focus on the current realities and progress towards sustainable procurement and responsible supply chains in 2025.

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Key focus areas include:

  • How regulatory frameworks are accelerating sustainable procurement efforts
  • The most widely adopted sustainability measures in procurement operations
  • Shifting attitudes toward cost versus sustainability
  • Skills development and internal training initiatives in procurement teams

49%

organisations have fully implemented a Supplier Code of Conduct

24%

have integrated sustainability criteria into internal procurement guidelines

78%

see management commitment 
as the key driver of sustainable procurement

Sustainable procurement becomes an operational reality


Discover how organisations are moving beyond intention to integrate sustainability into day-to-day procurement activities, prompted by evolving regulations and stakeholder expectations.

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Regulations take hold
Legislation such as the LkSG and CSDDD is now driving tangible change, with more companies operationalising sustainability in procurement.

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Leadership sets the pace
A clear strategic commitment from top management is the most important driver of sustainable procurement, ahead of legal requirements.

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Change in purchase behaviour
Among organisations (with procurement volumes over €250 million), willingness to pay significantly more for sustainable products has slightly decreased over a period of 2 years.

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Knowledge boost in procurement
Skills and awareness are rising: 30% of procurement professionals report very good knowledge, with training initiatives expanding rapidly.

Study partners

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The JARO Institute for Sustainability and Digitalisation promotes sustainable procurement and responsible supply chains in business and administration. As a non-profit, JARO shares practical knowledge through workshops, presentations, publications, podcasts, and a modular e-learning programme. Founded in Berlin in 2018, the Institute connects stakeholders, supports skills development with its “Certified Sustainable Procurement Professional” training, and fosters collaboration on the UN’s Agenda 2030. JARO Services GmbH provides tailored consulting to help organisations implement effective and sustainable supply chain practices.

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Unite (formerly Mercateo) connects the economy for sustainable business. The e-procurement platform with its integrated marketplace enables simple procurement for companies and the public sector. The Unite platform brings buyers and suppliers together for mutual benefit and promotes fair competition and trusting partnerships. With its scalable infrastructure, it supports solid business relationships, stable processes and robust supply chains.