Company Introduction
Olam Vietnam is a member of Olam International. Established in 1989, Olam International is a leading global agri-business operating from seed to shelf, supplying food and industrial raw materials to over 22,000 customers worldwide. The team of 72,000 employees across 72 countries has built leadership positions in 18 platforms, including cocoa, coffee, edible nuts, spices and rice.
Olam’s objective is 'Reimagining Global Agriculture: Growing Responsibly'. Olam seeks to achieve this mission in an ethical, socially responsible and environmentally sustainable manner. Olam seeks to achieve three outcomes through this mission of prosperous farmers and farming systems, thriving communities, regeneration of the living world.
Olam commenced operations in Vietnam in 1997, with a representative office. Today, Olam has an extensive presence across Vietnam, including a head office in Ho Chi Minh City and regional offices in the Binh Dịnh, Long An, Dong Nai, Daklak, Phu Yen, Lam Dong and Gia Lai Provinces.
Corporate Values
The six shared values are Entrepreneurship (we dare to dream), Stretch & Ambition (our passion for doing more), Partnerships (we strive to develop positive and long-term relationships with our partners), Mutual Respect & Teamwork (we treat each other the way we wanted to be treated), Integrity (we stay true to what we believe, say and do), and Ownership (we take responsibility as founders of the business).
Corporate Culture
The company’s competitive advantage comes from its people and the culture that they create.
Sustainability principles is to improve the livelihoods of farmers and communities through initiatives that enhance productivity and returns, unlock mutual values with all our partners through collaboration, understand and mitigate environmental footprints, ensure a safe, healthy and productive workplace for employees and participate in professional associations to further develop key goals.
Initiatives for better environment:
Olam seeks to reduce water consumption by using modern technology. The company has been awarded the Blue Factory award by the Industrial Authority of its environmentally friendly practices, including solar energy generation and usage.
Thriving Communities:
Olam contributes to the needs of the community to improve their living standard and health. These efforts include distribution of seeds, installation of water wells and public toilet facilities and street lights.
Prosperous farmers:
Distribution of rice, noodles, biscuits and warm clothing to poor families and supporting the farmers who were badly affected by the COVID 19 pandemic. The Olam Clean Pepper project helps farmers produce pepper by applying OCP standards which is a combination of Rainforest Alliance rules, Olam quality parameters and EU MRL.
Olam Covid-19 Relief Fund, 200 underprivileged families in Tan Phu, Dinh Quan, 240 teachers, pupil in Nhut Chanh, Ben Luc, 267 underprivileged families in Nhut Chanh, Ben Luc, 600 students in An Toan (Quy Nhon), Tay Hoa (Phu Yen), & Lang Ring, 800 gifts for “Happy Market, Sieu Thi 0 Dong” at Vinh Nghiem Pagoda, 900 families, Olam farmer community in Iagrai, Krong Pa, Duc co, 1133 pupils in Iabrel, Ia zole, Kenh Mekh and Kenh San villages.
Re-imagining Global Agriculture and Food Systems to provide food, feed and fibre that's better for farmer, communities and our world.
Olam Vietnam is the largest exporter of cashews, pepper and instant coffee in Vietnam, running seven factories with 6500 employees across Vietnam. The operations have a farmer network of 2 million farmers. Olam is also the amongst the largest exporter of Green Coffee and a large buyer of Vietnamese rice.
Olam’s integrated talent management approach strengthens learning opportunities and work environment. The focus on developing talents and building an inspired organization is reflected in the many awards won over the years. For three consecutive years 2020, 2019 and 2018, Olam Vietnam has been recognized for its strong workplace culture and employee engagement and being named as among Vietnam’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia by the HR Asia Magazine. In November 2018, Olam Vietnam was awarded as the Industry Pioneer in the Vietnam HR Awards 2018. In 2020 and 2019, Olam Vietnam has been certified as AON Kincentric Best Employer for Vietnam. The Kincentric platform is considered as a gold standard amongst the global employer awards platforms.
Future Direction
The vision of Olam Vietnam is to build on its pillars — its talents, spirit, leadership, manufacturing capability and world-class trading capability. Increasing value added services and products to customers to make Olam Vietnam a partner of choice and one-stop solution provider. Focusing more on Asian customers by meeting consumer trends, expanding marketing presence across the region and improving logistics. Focusing on Vietnamese consumers by expanding sales volumes and supporting retailers and adopting innovation, Focusing on digital innovation in the supply chain and manufacturing processes to drive efficiency. Ensuring sustainability by focusing on “AtSource” and providing traceability solutions to buyers.
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Olam Vietnam Limited
Company Introduction
Olam Vietnam is a member of Olam International. Established in 1989, Olam International is a leading global agri-business operating from seed to shelf, supplying food and industrial raw materials to over 22,000 customers worldwide. The team of 72,000 employees across 72 countries has built leadership positions in 18 platforms, including cocoa, coffee, edible nuts, spices and rice.
Olam’s objective is 'Reimagining Global Agriculture: Growing Responsibly'. Olam seeks to achieve this mission in an ethical, socially responsible and environmentally sustainable manner. Olam seeks to achieve three outcomes through this mission of prosperous farmers and farming systems, thriving communities, regeneration of the living world.
Olam commenced operations in Vietnam in 1997, with a representative office. Today, Olam has an extensive presence across Vietnam, including a head office in Ho Chi Minh City and regional offices in the Binh Dịnh, Long An, Dong Nai, Daklak, Phu Yen, Lam Dong and Gia Lai Provinces.
Corporate Values
The six shared values are Entrepreneurship (we dare to dream), Stretch & Ambition (our passion for doing more), Partnerships (we strive to develop positive and long-term relationships with our partners), Mutual Respect & Teamwork (we treat each other the way we wanted to be treated), Integrity (we stay true to what we believe, say and do), and Ownership (we take responsibility as founders of the business).
Corporate Culture
The company’s competitive advantage comes from its people and the culture that they create.
Sustainability principles is to improve the livelihoods of farmers and communities through initiatives that enhance productivity and returns, unlock mutual values with all our partners through collaboration, understand and mitigate environmental footprints, ensure a safe, healthy and productive workplace for employees and participate in professional associations to further develop key goals.
Initiatives for better environment:
Olam seeks to reduce water consumption by using modern technology. The company has been awarded the Blue Factory award by the Industrial Authority of its environmentally friendly practices, including solar energy generation and usage.
Thriving Communities:
Olam contributes to the needs of the community to improve their living standard and health. These efforts include distribution of seeds, installation of water wells and public toilet facilities and street lights.
Re-imagining Global Agriculture and Food Systems to provide food, feed and fibre that's better for farmer, communities and our world.
Prosperous farmers:
Distribution of rice, noodles, biscuits and warm clothing to poor families and supporting the farmers who were badly affected by the COVID 19 pandemic. The Olam Clean Pepper project helps farmers produce pepper by applying OCP standards which is a combination of Rainforest Alliance rules, Olam quality parameters and EU MRL.
Olam Covid-19 Relief Fund, 200 underprivileged families in Tan Phu, Dinh Quan, 240 teachers, pupil in Nhut Chanh, Ben Luc, 267 underprivileged families in Nhut Chanh, Ben Luc, 600 students in An Toan (Quy Nhon), Tay Hoa (Phu Yen), & Lang Ring, 800 gifts for “Happy Market, Sieu Thi 0 Dong” at Vinh Nghiem Pagoda, 900 families, Olam farmer community in Iagrai, Krong Pa, Duc co, 1133 pupils in Iabrel, Ia zole, Kenh Mekh and Kenh San villages.
Achievements and Impact
Olam Vietnam is the largest exporter of cashews, pepper and instant coffee in Vietnam, running seven factories with 6500 employees across Vietnam. The operations have a farmer network of 2 million farmers. Olam is also the amongst the largest exporter of Green Coffee and a large buyer of Vietnamese rice.
Olam’s integrated talent management approach strengthens learning opportunities and work environment. The focus on developing talents and building an inspired organization is reflected in the many awards won over the years. For three consecutive years 2020, 2019 and 2018, Olam Vietnam has been recognized for its strong workplace culture and employee engagement and being named as among Vietnam’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia by the HR Asia Magazine. In November 2018, Olam Vietnam was awarded as the Industry Pioneer in the Vietnam HR Awards 2018. In 2020 and 2019, Olam Vietnam has been certified as AON Kincentric Best Employer for Vietnam. The Kincentric platform is considered as a gold standard amongst the global employer awards platforms.
Future Direction
The vision of Olam Vietnam is to build on its pillars — its talents, spirit, leadership, manufacturing capability and world-class trading capability. Increasing value added services and products to customers to make Olam Vietnam a partner of choice and one-stop solution provider. Focusing more on Asian customers by meeting consumer trends, expanding marketing presence across the region and improving logistics. Focusing on Vietnamese consumers by expanding sales volumes and supporting retailers and adopting innovation, Focusing on digital innovation in the supply chain and manufacturing processes to drive efficiency. Ensuring sustainability by focusing on “AtSource” and providing traceability solutions to buyers.