Factors that Affect Green Procurement Implementation in the Manufacturing Industry: A Case of Harare Firms in Zimbabwe

Abstract

The study sought to ascertain factors that facilitate the successful implementation of green procurement in the manufacturing industry of Zimbabwe. The major objective of the study was to examine how staff competence, supplier participation and ICT infrastructure affect the implementation of green procurement. Questionnaires were used to gather primary data and secondary data was gathered from business journals. From a target population of 93 participants, a sample of 31 participants was selected using stratified random sampling technique. The study concluded that staff competence, supplier participation and ICT infrastructure significantly affect implementation of green procurement, although at different levels. One of the major recommendations was that manufacturing organisations should carry out performance assessments to identify all the factors which affect green procurement in order to apply logical management initiatives and to attain sustainable development. Initiatives like early supplier involvement should be implemented to enhance supplier participation.