Princípios Lean, práticas sustentáveis, sociais e de governança: criação de uma estrutura de trabalho impulsionadora do processo de compras no setor automobilístico

Abstract

Environmental instability resulting from human action on the environment forces top leaders to include sustainable issues in strategic organizational agendas. Considering aspects related to sustainability throughout the life cycle of products and processes is essential for organizations to adopt sustainable practices and contribute to a more balanced and responsible development. The principles of lean manufacturing in the automobile industry are a notable example that can result in positive and assertive effects on the global economy, contributing to the economic and social development of many countries. The purchasing process is a central pillar for the effective and efficient functioning of an organization, when well-structured and managed, it can have a positive impact on various aspects of the business. Therefore, this work proposes to develop a framework in the purchasing process that incorporates lean and sustainable initiatives, with an important strategic approach to improve efficiency and corporate social responsibility in the automobile industry. The method used was a bibliographical review on the subject and exploratory-explanatory field research. Subsequently, the most recognized sustainability practices and the aspects considered in the process of selecting and developing suppliers by companies were identified. The results obtained serve as a basis for directing new studies, contribute to the literature on the topic and recognize its importance in the global business context.