Secop Strengthens Supplier Partnerships and Recognizes Excellence – 29.09.2024 Supplier Day 2024 in Tianjin, China

Tianjin, China, September 24, 2024 – Secop proudly hosted its Supplier Day 2024 at its production plant in Tianjin, followed by an afternoon session at the prestigious “Shangri La” hotel. The event brought together key suppliers/partners from around the globe to reflect on the past decade of collaboration and to discuss the strategic directions and innovations for the future.

The day’s agenda was rich in presentations and discussions, covering a broad spectrum of topics crucial to Secop’s and its suppliers’ success. The event’s focus was on strengthening partnerships, ensuring alignment with future market trends, and recognizing the essential role that suppliers play in the company’s growth and global competitiveness.

Morning Session at Tianjin Production Plant: The day began at Secop’s production plant in Tianjin, where suppliers were welcomed to a meeting that recapped the company's progress over the last 10 years. Secop leadership provided an in-depth look at the company’s milestones, achievements, and challenges during the past decade, as well as expectations for suppliers in the future. Suppliers were also taken on a guided tour of the state-of-the-art production facilities, offering them firsthand insight into Secop’s manufacturing processes, technology advancements, and operational efficiencies.

Afternoon Session at Hotel Shangri La: The afternoon was filled with comprehensive presentations focusing on Secop’s strategy, market position, and technological innovations. The topics included:

  1. Secop's Strategy and Future Requirements: This presentation focused on Secop's business development, core market segments, and strategic pillars. It also highlighted customer expectations and market trends, providing suppliers with a roadmap for what lies ahead.
  2. New Technology and Products: This session delved into the latest technology trends, regulatory impacts, and advancements in compressor technology, offering a glimpse into Secop’s product roadmap and how it aligns with future demands.
  3. Production and Operational Challenges: Suppliers were briefed on what customer requirements mean for Secop’s production and how Secop plans to address challenges related to flexibility, production footprint, and operational excellence.
  4. New Business and Supplier Requirements: This presentation emphasized the evolving needs of Secop’s customers in the automotive and electric vehicle industries and provided clear guidance for suppliers on how to meet these requirements with premium service and products.
  5. Quality Requirements for Automotive and Specialized Markets: A detailed overview of the quality management expectations for suppliers, especially those working in automotive, medical, and food sectors, was provided, with a focus on meeting strict standards such as CNS IATF16949.
  6. Secop’s Global Supply Chain Strategy: This session explained how Secop plans to evolve its supply base, outlining the importance of flexibility, short lead times, and top-tier service. Suppliers were encouraged to align with these expectations to ensure mutual success.

Supplier Awards Ceremony: The day culminated in a special ceremony to recognize outstanding supplier contributions. Secop awarded several suppliers for their excellence in different categories, including:

  • Best Supplier in Quality 2023
  • Best Supplier in Delivery Performance 2023
  • Innovation Award
  • Long-Term Global Support
  • Best Improving/Growing Supplier
  • Long-Term Support
  • Best Partnership/Strategic Supplier
  • Best Performing Supplier 2023

These awards celebrated suppliers who have demonstrated exceptional quality, innovation, and support, as well as those who have shown impressive growth and commitment to long-term partnerships with Secop.

Supplier Success Stories: After the award ceremony, suppliers had the opportunity to share their experiences, discussing how their collaboration with Secop has been mutually beneficial. They highlighted the positive impact Secop has had on their business growth and success, citing it as a vital partnership in their strategic vision.

Secop’s CEO commented, “Supplier Day 2024 is not just about looking back on our achievements, but more importantly, it’s about envisioning a future where our suppliers play a pivotal role in our mutual success. We are committed to fostering long-term, strategic partnerships that drive innovation, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.”

As the event concluded, suppliers left with a clear understanding of the direction Secop is heading and how they can align their efforts to support this journey. With a renewed focus on collaboration and excellence, Secop and its suppliers are well-positioned to meet the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

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