Report 2025

Procurement
Securing the raw materials, components, and services essential for production forms the foundation of the Company’s core commercial activity, ensured by the Procurement Division. Its priorities are quality, cost efficiency, and sustainability. At Škoda Auto, the division’s role is shifting from an operational focus to a strategic one – shaping the supplier landscape, driving innovation, strengthening supply-chain resilience, and delivering long-term value.
The Procurement Division is taking an active approach to its expanded role as a key partner to the Volkswagen Group, supporting the ambitions of the Next Level Škoda Strategy, and contributing to the Company’s development through comprehensive supplier management, circular-economy principles, and an innovative approach to the market.
Support for series production and new launches
The Procurement Division played a pivotal role in launching production of the revised Enyaq and Enyaq Coupé electric SUVs. The team’s unwavering commitment, paired with close cooperation across the Company, ensured a smooth ramp-up on the flexible production line, which also turns out the Elroq and the Octavia.
Purchase of raw materials for the entire Volkswagen Group
Since 2025, Škoda Auto has been responsible within the Volkswagen Group for harmonising and strategically managing supplier chains. Taking an innovation-led approach, the team identifies and validates new suppliers, enabling the Company to react swiftly to shifts in the global market and to reduce the risks associated with supply disruptions. Alongside sourcing and production capacities, raw-material procurement also links supplier chains vertically and uncovers new business opportunities.
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Strategic foundations of a resilient supply chain
A resilient supply chain depends on close collaboration between Škoda Auto and its suppliers. The Procurement Division is continually strengthening its role to ensure that it can respond quickly and anticipate potential challenges across the supply chain. In 2025, this enabled the Company to secure sufficient capacities and to address possible shortfalls ahead of time as new projects entered production.
AI in 2025
Innovation
The Procurement Division is proactively adopting modern technologies to enhance its performance. A key driver is artificial intelligence (AI), which opens up new ways of looking at established processes and activities. In 2025, AI supported the division with data analysis, accelerating and refining decision-making. It is steadily being integrated into a broader range of activities – from employee training and supply-chain management to risk assessment and the improved long-term sustainability of Škoda Auto’s operations.
Offices of the future – inspired by nature, driven by sustainability
Offices of the future – inspired by nature, driven by sustainability
Building on the opening of the Laurin & Klement Campus in 2024, Škoda Auto opened innovative multifunctional office spaces in the AFI City building in Prague in 2025. The 17th floor has been reimagined as an environment that brings together organic design, sustainability, and modern technology. The interiors make extensive use of natural, recycled, and recyclable materials, along with 3D-printed elements. A particular highlight is the Crystal Eyes installation at the floor’s entrance, featuring 50 lighting units sourced from the Superb. The fit-out also incorporates out-of-spec Škoda components such as seatbelts, airbag fabrics, and metal pressings.

Procurement spend

In 2025, the Company spent €12 billion on the procurement of production materials, a year-on-year increase of €1.6 billion. The largest share of expenditure went to the Czech Republic (34.8%), followed by Germany (11.6%) and Poland (11.2%).
Total spend in the General Procurement Department amounted to €1,699 million, matching the figure for 2023. The Production Procurement Department worked with 2,119 suppliers worldwide in 2025, while the General Procurement Department cooperated with almost 6,300.

Total Purchases by Country in 2025

Czech Republic 39%Germany 14%Poland 10%Hungary 6%Spain 4%Slovakia 4%China 3%Other 20%