Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) Chief Procurement Officer Honored In Alcott Global's Top 30 Supply Chain Leaders of 2025

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Hon Hai Technology Group (HNHPF) announced on October 3, 2025 that Chief Procurement Officer Max Chu was named No. 2 in Alcott Global's "Top 30 Supply Chain Leaders of 2025".

The selection drew 338 nominations and input from over 2,000 industry peers. Chu was recognized for driving digitalization via tools like BOMate, a proprietary AI platform, a 20-minute risk alert eSCRM, and a supplier ESG platform. Under his leadership Foxconn cut 1.38 million tons CO₂e vs 2020 and reduced supplier emissions by 16%, with recognition from CDP and DJSI.

Max Chu takes No 2 spot for his leadership style rooted in shared success

TAIPEI, Oct. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hon Hai Technology Group ("Foxconn") (TWSE:2317) announced that Chief Procurement Officer Max Chu has been recognized in the "Top 30 Supply Chain Leaders of 2025", a distinction organized by executive search firm Alcott Global honoring executives who are transforming global supply chains through innovation, leadership, and resilience.

Chu, a 33-year veteran of the world's largest electronics manufacturer and technology solutions provider and who is instrumental in issuing Foxconn's annual Supplier Responsibility Report, an industry benchmark in Taiwan, took No 2 spot in a top 5 international group that included Microsoft, Conagra Brands, L'Oréal Groupe and Bristol Myers Squibb.

"This honor is a reaffirmation of Foxconn's leading position in global supply chain digitalization and sustainable governance," said Chu. "Facing a complex external environment, we will continue to work with partners to co-create a new paradigm for supply chains that is more efficient, more resilient, and more sustainable."

"This year's winners represent the very best of what modern supply chain leadership looks like: bold, resilient, and people-driven. With 338 nominations, a rigorous jury review, and the voice of more than 2,000 industry peers contributing to the final results, these leaders were not only recognized by their organizations, but by the global supply chain community," said Radu Palamariu, Group CEO of Alcott Global.

Chu is driving Foxconn's digital transformation with a powerful ecosystem of tools like BOMate, a proprietary AI-powered platform that boosts efficiency and shortens development cycles for hundreds of products and components annually. Alongside a 20-minute risk alert system eSCRM and a supplier ESG platform, this trio enables smarter, faster, and more sustainable decision-making.

His collaborative leadership style is rooted in shared success with suppliers as co-creators, encouraging mutual growth by sharing best practices and fostering a digitally empowered, ESG-forward network where innovation thrives. Chu has helped to steer the Group in cutting 1.38 million tons of CO₂e from its 2020 baseline and reduced supplier emissions by 16%. These milestones accelerate Foxconn's net-zero journey and build global trust, as shown by recognition from CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) and DJSI (Dow Jones Sustainability Index).

About Alcott Global Awards here.

About Foxconn here.

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FAQ

What honor did Hon Hai (HNHPF) announce on October 3, 2025?

CPO Max Chu ranked No. 2 in Alcott Global's Top 30 Supply Chain Leaders of 2025.

How many nominations and peer votes supported the Alcott Global Top 30 selection?

The award process had 338 nominations and input from more than 2,000 industry peers.

Which digital tools did Max Chu deploy at Hon Hai mentioned in the press release?

He deployed BOMate (AI platform), a 20-minute eSCRM risk alert system, and a supplier ESG platform.

What emission reductions did Hon Hai report under Max Chu's leadership?

The group cut 1.38 million tons CO₂e from its 2020 baseline and reduced supplier emissions by 16%.

Did external organizations recognize Hon Hai's sustainability progress?

Yes; the press release cites recognition from CDP and DJSI.

Which other global companies were cited alongside Max Chu in the Top 5 international group?

The release lists Microsoft, Conagra Brands, L'Oréal Groupe, and Bristol Myers Squibb.