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    Rexam's annual Supplier Awards reinforce importance of collaboration in the supply chain

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    Rexams annual Supplier Awards reinforce importance of collaboration in the supply chain
    Europe, UK, Ireland, Asia, The Middle East, Eating, Drinking, Beverages - Non-Alcoholic, Beverages - Alcoholic, Primary Packaging, Beverage Cans, Recycling, Supply Chain Services, Shows, Associations, Media, Packaging Awards

    Now in its 11th year, the Rexam Supplier Awards last week saw over 45 suppliers from across Europe, Asia and the Middle East come together to celebrate the achievements of those in their industry. At the event, held at The Grove Hotel in Hertfordshire, UK, Rexam, a leading global beverage can manufacturer, recognised companies that consistently ensure reliability, quality and cost effectiveness through the whole supply chain.
     
    Suppliers were recognised in three categories, Supply, Quality and Cost. The prestigious accolade of 'Supplier of the Year' was also awarded, alongside two winners for 'The Rexam Way Award' which is given to suppliers who consistently demonstrate Rexam's core values of Trust, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement and Recognition.
     
    Alex Jennings, Chief Procurement Officer for Rexam, said: "At Rexam, we’re proud of the strong relationships we have built with our suppliers. Effective collaboration is essential to provide our own customers with cost-effective, sustainable and innovative packaging solutions for their beverage brands. We feel it's important to recognise the suppliers who go the extra mile and year-after-year deliver consistent performance in all areas of our Supplier Excellence Programme."

    The awards went to:

    Award Winner Reason
    Supply JCL JCL received the Supply Award for its innovative approach and support of Rexam's Pre & Post Production, helping the team to receive zero complaints in 2013.
    Quality Henkel Henkel received the Quality Award for consistently sustaining its level of world class performance. It was noted for regular plant visits and monthly reporting which enables the team to identify potential issues and take a productive approach to solutions.
    Cost Sandvik Sandvik    Sandvik received the Cost Award for significantly exceeding its cost reduction targets by participating in projects linked with Rexam's sustainability strategy and taking an innovative approach to recycling initiatives.
    Supplier of the Year Quaker Quaker won the prestigious Supplier of the Year Award by working closely with Rexam to develop and align a product range which meets Rexam's changing needs.
    The Rexam Way Alcoa Alcoa was one of two suppliers to be awarded The Rexam Way. Its unique collaborative approach, which was taken when faced with many challenges, was noted to sustain and grow the business.
    The Rexam Way Actega Actega was also awarded The Rexam Way; it regularly ranks highly in Rexam's performance leader board for delivering consistent performance, as well as its collaborative approach to value added activity.

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