Supplier Diversity Commitment (FAQ)

At Smurfit-Stone, people matter. To outperform the competition in today’s multi-cultural marketplace, companies must build a diverse array of supplier partners, as well as a workforce that looks like America.  In addition, contracting with certified diverse suppliers brings jobs and growth to the communities in which we live and work. As a result, Smurfit-Stone is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles, which state that employment decisions will be made without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, disabled veteran or Vietnam Era veteran status, or any other legally protected status that may apply to a particular work location.

Smurfit-Stone has implemented a Supplier Diversity Program.  This corporate-wide initiative is designed to create competitive openings for minority, women-owned, disadvantaged, veteran-owned and small businesses.  Under this program, Smurfit-Stone will provide certified diverse businesses with equitable opportunities to compete for contracts to supply goods, services and equipment.  It is our intention to increase dealings with minority, women-owned, disadvantaged, veteran-owned and small businesses throughout the country. Externally, our goal is to develop a pipeline of superior suppliers– partners capable of taking our company forward for years into the future.  Smurfit-Stone will always seek to attain the best value and highest quality goods and services from our suppliers. At the same time, the company is committed to creating growth opportunities for all members of the communities in which we operate. 

At Smurfit-Stone, we continue to build on a strong legacy of ownership, commitment and accountability for diversity.  We remain strongly committed to making Smurfit-Stone a more rewarding place to work and a preferred business partner.