The Gartner Supply Chain Podcast

Position Safety as a Supply Chain Fundamental, With Essity’s Global Supply Chain President


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This episode explores:

  • Donato’s view on the core of what drives supply chain’s business value. (1:05)
  • How Essity’s capabilities deliver on its business performance goals. (4:28)
  • Supply chain talent’s role at Essity, and the value they deliver. (8:08)
  • Essity’s support for employee health and well-being. (13:48)
  • Practical advice for CSCOs driving impact in their own organizations. (20:05)

Host Thomas O’Connor and guest Donato Giorgio (president of global supply chain at Essity) discuss the fundamental elements of Essity’s definition of supply chain success. They explore Essity’s people-focused, safety-oriented approach to the organization’s manufacturing processes and environments, including how prioritizing safety feeds into the organization’s business goals. Thomas and Donato close the show with advice for CSCOs taking similar actions in their own organizations.

About the Guest

Donato Giorgio is an inspirational executive leader with over 25 years of experience in delivering global transformation and superior results across various supply chain ecosystems within FMCG and B2B sectors, including tissue, personal care, and beauty care. Throughout his career in Essity, and previously in Procter & Gamble, Donato has driven growth, productivity, efficiencies and cultural changes through strategic mindset, financial acumen, operational excellence and strong executional focus.
A recognized leader in diverse cultures, Donato is a passionate advocate for breakthrough innovations in sustainability, ESG, and circular economy projects. He has been the driving force behind disruptive innovations making the tissue industry more affordable for both people and the planet. Among his notable achievements, state-of-the-art transformations in health and safety performance stand out as a testament to his impactful contributions.


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