A sustainability-oriented supply chain supplier selection framework using resilience and HSE performance metrics in the automotive industry Academic Article in Scopus uri icon

abstract

  • Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) represents a core element of the social dimension of sustainability, working in tandem with environmental performance to support sustainable development. Resilience Engineering complements this perspective by focusing on organisational adaptability and the ability to maintain safety in dynamic, uncertain environments. The objective of this study is to develop an integrated framework for sustainable supplier selection that incorporates both resilience and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) performance as strategic evaluation criteria. This approach aims to guide organisations in aligning procurement practices with broader sustainability and safety goals. To construct and validate the proposed framework, expert input was gathered and synthesised using the Delphi method, ensuring consensus on critical evaluation factors. The Content Validity Ratio (CVR) was applied to assess the clarity and relevance of the selected criteria. For prioritisation, the Best-Worst Method (BWM) was used to determine the weight of each criterion. The multi-attributive Border Approximation Area Comparison (MABAC) method was then employed to rank supplier performance across the established criteria. The resulting framework consists of seven main categories and 26 sub-criteria, representing a holistic view of supplier sustainability, resilience, and HSE performance. The model was applied to assess four suppliers, demonstrating its effectiveness in identifying variances in safety practices, adaptability, and environmental responsibility. It provided clear, actionable insights into the comparative strengths and weaknesses of each supplier. The integrated framework offers a practical and strategic tool for enhancing supplier selection decisions. By embedding resilience and HSE into evaluation processes, organizations can support long-term goals related to safety, adaptability, and sustainability. This structured approach facilitates the development of robust and adaptive supply chains, reinforcing the alignment between operational practices and sustainable development principles. © The Author(s) 2025.

publication date

  • December 1, 2026