Bayer Fosters Diversity in Its Supplier Base
Bayer is dedicated to building a workforce and supply base that reflects the diverse marketplace we serve. Our Responsible Procurement Program highlights our commitment to the economic growth of underrepresented communities by engaging small and diverse businesses, which enhance our supply chain's responsiveness and innovation.
Program Overview
The Bayer Responsible Procurement Program ensures fair access to procurement opportunities globally, actively seeking qualified businesses owned by individuals who face barriers to participation. This includes businesses majority-owned by women, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, minorities, and other underrepresented groups.
Our Commitment
Diversity and inclusion are vital to Bayer’s success and innovation in supply chain solutions. By expanding our diverse supplier base and promoting our commitment to diversity, we aim to improve social and economic outcomes for underrepresented communities. Partnering with diverse suppliers enhances Bayer’s competitive edge, enabling us to deliver innovative, cost-effective products while fostering sustainable economic growth.
Our Partners
The advocacy organizations we partner with allow Bayer to identify diverse suppliers and participate in education, mentoring, and networking opportunities to develop diverse suppliers. These organizations also certify companies as diverse owned. Please find the organizations we work with under the headings below:
- WEConnect International – global network that connects women-owned businesses in 120+ countries to qualified buyers around the world
- Disability:IN – leading nonprofit resource for business disability inclusion worldwide
- NGLCC – largest advocacy organization dedicated to expanding economic opportunities and advancement for LGBT+ people, and the exclusive certifying body for LGBT-owned businesses
- Integrare – promote and encourage the development of and generating equal business opportunities for entrepreneurs belonging to diverse groups including people with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and indigenous people
- MOVER – “Movement for Racial Equity” is a non-profit that promotes and accelerates racial equity through the development of careers and businesses of Black people
- European LGBTIQ Chamber of Commerce – advocacy group for LGBTIQ-owned businesses
- Women's Business Enterprise National Council – non-profit organization dedicated to helping women-owned businesses thrive
- Women’s Business Development Center – advocacy for women-owned businesses in the U.S. Midwest
- National Minority Supplier Development Council – advances business opportunities for Asian, Black, Hispanic, and Native American businesses enterprises
- National Veteran-Owned Business Association – creates opportunities for America’s Veteran’s and Service-Disabled Veteran’s Business Enterprises
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – provides support and resources for Veteran-owned small businesses
- U.S. Small Business Administration – assists small and diverse businesses and promotes the use of small businesses in historically underutilized business zones
- Diversity Alliance for Science – focused on advancing equity and inclusion of diverse businesses in the life science/healthcare global supply chain
- HELIX Supplier Diversity Forum – industry cluster of Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, and Medical companies with a purpose of advancing a diverse supply chain
The Bayer Momentum Supplier Development Program launched in 2025 to support the business growth and scalability of small, medium-sized, and diverse-owned suppliers working with Bayer. The program provides a structured curriculum covering key business areas including leadership, sales and marketing, economic outlook, innovation, financial management, operations, and process improvement through the lens of Bayer’s best practices. It incorporates interactive discussions and hands-on exercises to equip participants with the tools needed to strengthen their businesses and enhance their partnership with Bayer.
Awards and Recognition
- In the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index Bayer received a perfect score of 100% for the 7th consecutive year (2018-2024)
- Bayer recognized in Brazil, Canada, Germany, India, Philippines, United Kingdom, and United States as a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion by receiving a top score in the Disability:IN Disability Index in 2025
- Bayer received the gold status in the 2024 Pride Index
- Bayer recognized in the U.S. as a Best Corporation for Veteran Business Enterprise for 2nd consecutive year (2024-2025)
