Nudging Sustainability at Ferrero: A Supply Chain Development Manager’s perspective
Meet Stefano, one of our Ferrero Nudge graduates who says that the experience at Nudge Global Impact Challenge was rewarding on multiple levels. Moreover, it provided him with the opportunity to meet new people and colleagues from around the world.
“My daily interactions are usually limited to my local market unit. Being a participant in the Nudge Global Impact Challenge was a wonderful experience, allowing me to work with Ferrero colleagues from different European regions.”
Planting Hope for a Greener World
My project was focused on environmental improvement through reforestation. The idea was to implement an App within Ferrero that would allow people to buy or gift a single tree or a group of trees. Imagine buying a seed as part of an environmental gift giving plan, and that the seed would be planted and cared for within a broader agricultural system. The App would also allow people to follow the growth of their tree through a social network page. Not only would the project support the growth of new forests worldwide, but it would also help absorb CO2 while making a positive environmental impact.
Empowering Environmental Action
Ferrero’s partnership with Nudge is more than a traditional development program; it’s about exploring and changing the way you think, which has positive impacts on employees. A key moment for me was at the Grand Gala, which was the last dinner of the event where some of the best projects were pitched in front of people from all over the world. It was inspiring to see such a mix of different minds and connections from various companies and industries.
Lesson Learned
The programme’s focus on project management was well aligned to my day to day at Ferrero, but the networking opportunities in particular, were invaluable. I also had the pleasure of connecting with fellow participants from Nudge, many of whom I keep in touch now . Our shared interests and experiences strengthened our professional bonds, enhancing our collaborative performance. This networking aspect has been a vital benefit and has facilitated improved synergy among my peers.
My experience in three words:
Stimulating
Rewarding
Invaluable
Final Thoughts for Prospective Participants
I wholeheartedly recommend Nudge to my fellow colleagues at Ferrero. It undoubtedly offers valuable insights into project management, yet it's true power lies in fostering networking and creativity. Nudge encourages you to think out of the box – stimulating creativity, which is an essential element for good performance, regardless of the specific job function. It is a fantastic opportunity to hone your creative skills and cultivate a fresh perspective.