Recently, Nampak Cartons and Labels walked off with top honours at the annual McDonalds Supplier Awards evening, when they received the McDonald’s South Africa Supplier of the Year Award for 2009.

During the special awards evening held at the Johannesburg Country Club in Woodmead, Nampak Cartons and Labels was recognised for their excellent relationship, innovation and supply capabilities leading up to the award.

Shayne Munger, Sales and Marketing Director for Nampak Cartons and Labels said that the Supplier of the Year Award came as a result of consistent focus on the key value drivers for McDonald’s South Africa and Globally. These drivers were listed by Munger as relationship management, innovation and supply chain excellence.

Greg Pillay, the Nampak Cartons and Labels Category Manager for the QSR (Quick Service Restaurant) sector was given a special mention by Munger for the role he played in winning the award, as he ensured that key relationships were maintained and enhanced with the McDonald’s South Africa, Dubai and Singapore teams.

“In terms of innovation, we have launched packaging for the Mc Dippers and the Crispy Chicken burger as well as various offerings for the upcoming World Cup Soccer event, of which McDonald’s is a major sponsor.