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DOCUMENTS

Code of Business Conduct

Code of Business Conduct and Speak Up Policy (English)

Our Code of Business Conduct sets the standards of conduct that we expect of our employees, Directors and executive management, contractors, suppliers and joint venture partners acting on our behalf. It also represents our commitment to acting ethically, responsibly and lawfully. We take a breach of our Code seriously.

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  • Code of Business Conduct and Speak Up Policy (Spanish)
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  • Code of Business Conduct and Speak Up Policy (Portuguese)
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  • Code of Business Conduct and Speak Up Policy (Simplified Chinese)
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Minimum requirements

Supplier Minimum Requirements (English)

South32 requires everyone who works with us, or on our behalf, to be transparent and trusted partners who continuously strive to improve the way we work and share our commitment to lawful business practices. This document defines the minimum requirements that we expect our suppliers to understand and follow.

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Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy

Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy (English)

All suppliers must follow our Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy, or their own policy provided their conduct standards are consistent with ours.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Tenders

South32 Tender Terms and Conditions

This document sets out the terms and conditions for businesses seeking to tender for work with South32, including requirements throughout the tendering process.

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Purchase Orders

South32 Purchase Order Terms and Conditions

This document sets out the terms and conditions which are included alongside South32 Purchase Orders. It outlines obligations and processes for contractors doing business with South32.

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  • South32 Purchase Order Terms and Conditions (Spanish)
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Contractor Work Health and Safety Requirements

Contractor Work Health and Safety Requirements (English)

This document sets out terms and conditions for South32 contractors relating to work health and safety requirements

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GUIDELINES AND TUTORIALS

Supply process guides

The following guides are designed to assist our suppliers in doing business with us by outlining the South32 Procurement processes with their associated requirements. This ensures that our suppliers are paid on time and delivers a secure supply chain across South32’s operations.

Supply Process Overview Video

Introduction to how South32 engages with suppliers across key processes.

English (Youtube)
Spanish (Youtube)
Portuguese (Youtube)

Goods Process

Guidance on how to supply goods to South32 in line with our requirements.

Services Process

How to manage service engagements and submit claims through our systems.

Services - Submitting a claim tutorial

Note: this video tutorial applies for both Standard and ERS supplier types 

English (Youtube)
Spanish (Youtube)
Portuguese (Youtube)

Best Practices and Troubleshooting

Tips and common issues to ensure a smooth experience across all supply types.

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  • Supply Process - Best Practices & Troubleshooting (Spanish)
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Packaging, marking and shipping of goods and equipment

Packaging, Marking and Shipping Guidelines

These guidelines set out how goods and equipment being supplied to South32 Operations should be preserved, packaged, and labelled by suppliers, including minimum requirements and practical guidance.

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Modern Slavery training

Modern Slavery Training for Suppliers

A training presentation giving suppliers an overview on the topic of modern slavery and the requirements they may face in complying with our requirements.

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Modern Slavery training self-registration guide

Supplier Training Self Registration QRG - Modern Slavery

This guide sets out how to sign up for our online modern slavery course, including key steps and practical guidance.

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Ariba SLP - Supplier Onboarding Guide

Ariba SLP - Supplier Onboarding Guide

A guide to support suppliers through the onboarding process with Ariba Supplier Lifecycle and Performance (SLP).

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Video tutorial:
A video tutorial for onboarding with Ariba SLP is also available:
English
Spanish
Portuguese

SUPPLIER LINKS

Cerro Matoso Supply Portal

Cerro Matoso Vendor Portal - English (proveedorescmsa.south32.net)
Cerro Matoso Vendor Portal - Spanish (proveedorescmsa.south32.net)

Find information for new and existing suppliers to our Cerro Matoso operation in Colombia in Spanish or English.

Service Entry Sheet

Service Entry Sheet (south32.net)

Used by South32 suppliers to submit claims for work completed. A Service Entry Sheet Submission Guide and FAQ is also available here.

Ariba Guides

South32 specific: Guide to using the Ariba Network with South32 (support.ariba.com)
General Ariba support and training: SAP Business Network Supplier Training (support.ariba.com)

Support for suppliers using the Ariba Network while doing business with South32.

 

Related information

Doing business with South32

Learn how South32 does business with suppliers including information on our approach to local procurement and the process of becoming a supplier.

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Expectations of our suppliers

Learn more about the requirements and expectations we have of our suppliers, and South32 policies which apply to them.

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Support for existing suppliers

Find answers and support for common supplier queries.

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