Cambodia Investment Review
HEINEKEN Cambodia employs over 700 people across the country while supporting a further 66,000 jobs nationwide, according to a socio-economic impact report that has been commissioned to study the company’s contribution to local society and the Cambodian economy as part of the brewer’s 30th anniversary.
The first published copy of the “HEINEKEN’s 2023 Socio-economic Contribution to the Kingdom of Cambodia” report was presented to Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet during a recent courtesy visit from a HEINEKEN delegation led by HEINEKEN’s Regional President for Asia Pacific, Mr Jacco van der Linden, to mark the brewer’s 30th anniversary. The study was conducted by impact measurement consultancy firm Steward Redqueen.
For Each Job At HEINEKEN Cambodia, 91 More Jobs Are Generated
According to the report, in 2023 HEINEKEN Cambodia supported the employment of 0.7% of the nation’s workforce. Essentially, for each job at HEINEKEN Cambodia, 91 more jobs are generated for Cambodians throughout the beer value chain, from sourcing materials to getting the products to consumers. The majority of the jobs can be found among sales partners, including beverage outlets and agents. A substantial number of jobs are also linked to the company’s local suppliers and their networks. 75% of the company’s procurement is spent locally, strengthening domestic supply chains.
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HEINEKEN Cambodia Managing Director Andy Hewson said: “We are a global company with a Cambodian heart. Our objective is to bring our international expertise to everything we do – from international brewing standards to nurturing and equipping talents in Cambodia with skills that will enable us to continue Brewing A Better Cambodia in the years to come. This is also one way of saying ‘Orkun’ to the Kingdom and to all those who have helped to ensure fruitful partnerships for the betterment of Cambodian economy and people.”
For those directly employed by the company, HEINEKEN Cambodia is committed to being an employer of choice. In 2023, it became the first Cambodia-based brewery to be certified as a Great Place To Work®. During the past three decades, HEINEKEN Cambodia has promoted a culture prioritising trust, diversity and progress. By 2023, 100% of people managers have been trained on Inclusive Leadership to to foster an inclusive environment and building a culture of belonging for all. The brewer has also created a fair & safe workplace with safety always the top priority, ensuring it’s ineveryone’s heart and mind, both inside and outside of the company.
People Are Always At The Heart Of The Company
Ms. Sophana Teng, People Director at Heineken Cambodia said: “At HEINEKEN Cambodia, our people are always at the heart of our company. I am deeply committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and empowered to grow. Over the years, we have invested significantly in our talented team, and it fills me with pride to see many of our Cambodian colleagues thrive and take on roles in HEINEKEN markets around the world. Our goal is to help each employee develop the skills and knowledge they need to excel, not just in their current roles, but in their careers as a whole. Together, we are building a future where everyone can reach their full potential.”
HEINEKEN was one of the Kingdom’s first major investors entering the Cambodian market in 1994. Since then, HEINEKEN Cambodia has invested significantly in its state-of-the-art brewery in Phnom Penh and continues to lead the Brew a Better Cambodia sustainability agenda focused on its Environmental, Social and Responsible pillar. According to the study, in 2023 HEINEKEN Cambodia and its value chain represent $438 million in value added, equivalent to 1.4% of the country’s GDP.
HEINEKEN’s anniversary theme for this year, “Orkun for 30 Years,” – is a symbol of gratitude to the Kingdom, its people, and the company’s local business partners for three decades of collaboration.
