Diversity
Diversity

Diversity

Diversity Strategy

As a leader in the global automotive industry, and one of the leading manufacturers of premium automobiles, BMW Manufacturing Co. works toward a goal of inclusiveness that enables us to attract and retain a talented workforce, develop a diversified supplier network and have a positive impact through extensive community involvement.

This approach to inclusiveness strengthens our ability to manufacture extraordinary vehicles. Together, we are committed to leveraging our diverse culture in order to drive our future forward.

In order to sustain a leadership position, we must recognize that unique contributions come from the implementation of a diverse business model and ensures our company’s long-term manufacturing success.

Supplier Diversity

BMW Manufacturing believes diversity among our suppliers adds value throughout our organization and is imperative to our business. For this reason, we’ve developed a supplier diversity initiative that promotes an inclusive procurement environment. This also reinforces the importance of minority- and women-owned businesses to our long-term sustainability.

In addition to filling out our online supplier application, companies interested in doing business with BMW Manufacturing should send a packet of information about the company and its services to:

Procurement Department 
BMW Manufacturing Co. 
P.O. Box 11000 
Spartanburg, SC 29304

2013 BMW Tier 1 Supplier Diversity Matchmaker Conference

Earlier this year, BMW Manufacturing hosted more than 1,000 women- and minority-owned businesses, introducing them to over 100 of the company’s Tier 1 suppliers at the second annual Tier 1 Supplier Diversity Matchmaker Conference. The concept allows BMW to spread its message of diversity and allows small businesses valuable networking opportunities. Lesa Rivers, the Director of Supplier Diversity at Staples, a Tier Supplier to BMW Manufacturing, attended the event saying, “It was one of the most well executed diversity events I have attended. We met some diverse companies and are going to have more conversation regarding the services they offer. “It was truly a first class event in every regard,” wrote Karen Knuckles, the owner of Express Employment Professionals, a women-owned staffing company.

 
Upcoming Events

CelebrAsian Business Opportunity Conference
June 3-5, 2013
Garden Grove, CA

National Association of Minority Contractors
June 19-21, 2013
Los Angeles, CA

WBENC 2013 National Conference
June 25-27, 2013
Minneapolis, MN