Drivers and performance outcomes of environmentally and socially responsible purchasing practices

Sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) is an issue which has caught the attention of academics and practitioners alike. There have been several studies conducted thus far which have evaluated its environmental aspect. However, the organization should be interested in both environmental and social responsibilities. To develop this research base on resource-based view, the study aims to evaluate drivers and performance outcomes of environmentally and socially responsible purchasing practices. This paper uses a conceptual framework examines the literature for analysing this relationship. Three main concepts (antecedents, socially responsible in purchasing practices, and performance) and their link to each other are explained. Finally, the discussion proceeds to the conclusion by proposing significant hypotheses for future research. Keywords: Socially responsible in purchasing, Corporate reputation, Financial performance, Learning Orientation, Supplier performance