Corporate Social Responsibility

The ethical commitment of IMALIS

IMALIS is a company which operates in a service activity in the cosmetics sector. It prioritizes quality, Made in France products for clients in France and internationally.

Joining IMALIS means joining a human-sized company that values ​​its employees and prioritizes long-term partnerships with its customers and suppliers.

The key values ​​are loyalty and faithfulness in the commitments made to customers, suppliers, and employees, with a constant search to improve its offerings while respecting the environment and the economic ecosystem.

It is with this in mind that IMALIS has implemented a CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) approach that aims to be simple, effective, and resolutely human.

Pierre Maillé, as a responsible entrepreneur, is convinced: of the responsibility to multiply the positive impacts and minimize the negative impacts of the company's activities on the environment, that CSR is a true lever for value-creating performance, that Partners and clients are placing increasing importance on CSR commitments, and we must constantly strive to improve the collective well-being of the work community by developing peaceful social dialogue and a sense of belonging.

CSR Commitment Statement

The CSR Commitment Statement is based on the principles of corporate social responsibility. It sets out guidelines for social responsibility and a broader representation of the company's environment for the application of the principle of sustainable development.

This guideline is an essential complement to our company's primary mission, which is to create wealth through its activities.

Respect for others is one of the principles that govern the daily conduct of our employees. Everyone, at their own level, through their exemplary behavior, contributes to making IMALIS a great place to work.

The principles shared by the IMALIS work community are as follows: Act with loyalty, fidelity, and exemplarity | Respect the dignity and rights of each individual, including the right to be different | Comply with laws and regulations | Preserve the environment | Contribute to wealth creation through their actions | CSR | Human Resources | Environment | Business Ethics | Responsible Purchasing | Charters and Codes of Ethics | Respect for Fundamental Rights | Values ​​and Commitments.

People

Commitments in the field of human resources.

IMALIS has developed a policy regarding the management of its Human Resources. It is committed to protecting its employees, promoting their well-being at work, their development, and their development, as well as promoting social dialogue and good management practices.

Protecting the health and physical integrity of employees, fighting against all forms of discrimination

Throughout its employees' working lives, IMALIS prohibits the application of discriminatory criteria at any level: age, political opinion, gender, health status, race, union activities, surname, sexual orientation, actual or perceived origin, religious belief, family status, disability, pregnancy, or nationality. This prohibition applies to all stages of our employees' professional lives: hiring, salary development, and career advancement.

Promoting well-being at work & valuing employees

IMALIS is committed to respecting work-life balance, promoting daily adherence to rest periods and maximum authorized working hours, and fostering a positive working environment.

The sector is open to employees without qualifications. More than initial training, professional and behavioral qualities constitute the true passport to employment at IMALIS.

In line with the law, the company is committed to professional development. The goal is to support employees throughout their careers at IMALIS to enable them to give their best.

Our Salary Policy & Respect for Social Pluralism

As a socially responsible company, we are increasing our employees' purchasing power through a salary policy that is at least equivalent to the change in the consumer price index. We will continue this commitment as long as economic indicators allow us to do so.

Our salary policy is also based on the idea of ​​wealth sharing based on profit-sharing criteria that involve our employees.

We are committed to providing decent living conditions for all our employees.

IMALIS is committed to respecting the responsibilities of employee representative bodies and allowing free rein to the development of union activity.

Developing good management practices

Managerial ethics are a key factor in the company's overall and sustainable performance.

IMALIS's main rules of managerial ethics are loyalty to its stakeholders, fairness to its employees, reliability towards suppliers, investors, and customers, quality customer service, and responsibility towards the community.

Sustainable development

Since the 3rd United Nations Climate Change Conference (Kyoto Protocol), IMALIS has been committed to an ongoing approach aimed at addressing environmental issues throughout its organization.

Since 1999, IMALIS has implemented a research and development policy to improve its offering. This social, environmental, and economic gesture helps reduce the environmental impact of its business, encouraging its suppliers, customers, and employees to share best practices and respect social and human rights.

Minimizing environmental impacts begins with the development of a product that uses less raw materials.

Energy Savings

IMALIS also contributes to combating climate change through its energy-saving initiatives and practices efficient resource management and waste recycling.

Employees are made aware of energy savings. They are also encouraged to turn off electrical equipment (computers, lighting) when they are not at home.

Carbon Footprint Reduction

Eager to minimize our carbon footprint in general, we prioritize local suppliers and optimize transportation.

Reducing consumption and recycling

Teleworking is encouraged to limit transportation and fuel consumption

Aware of active participation in sustainable development, IMALIS is reducing its packaging by limiting small packages and minimizing unnecessary packaging, without compromising the quality of its services.

Economic Integrity

A Responsible Purchasing Policy

IMALIS does not simply purchase products and services from its suppliers. Deeply respectful of their business, their culture, their growth, and the individuals who make it up, the company exercises a special responsibility towards them, which is economic, ethical, and environmental. A full cost analysis, including the product's face value, its longevity, usage, and recycling costs, remains fundamental to our company.

Stable Supplier Relationships

The quality of IMALIS's relationships with its suppliers contributes to its long-term success. Purchasing is a major challenge, and product quality is a constant priority. Maintaining strong, stable relationships with suppliers is a real asset for ensuring supply security.

Thus, the purchasing policy is naturally geared toward long-term partnerships based on constructive dialogue and joint efforts. IMALIS thus supports the growth of its partners.

Most suppliers have a strong history with IMALIS, and loyalty is a long-standing choice. More than 70% of our purchases are made with suppliers who have been working with us for at least 10 years.

Supplier Location

For its purchases, IMALIS sources mainly from France or Europe, with particular attention paid to French suppliers.

Sustaining the French sector remains a priority for our company, and we have chosen to maintain local production by guaranteeing our suppliers consistent volumes.

Respect for Working Conditions

As a responsible company, we pay particular attention to compliance with the rules of the International Labor Organization (ILO). To this end, our suppliers are committed to not using forced or child labor, and regular inspections are carried out.

Certification Policies

Our industrial suppliers are certified, but in order to have all the necessary social and environmental guarantees, suppliers are encouraged to engage in voluntary eco-responsible certification processes.

Product Safety

Our company encourages its suppliers to adopt environmentally sound practices. IMALIS promotes fair trade producers, French manufacturers, and suppliers of responsible products.

Our European suppliers are required to comply with current legislation, particularly the REACH regulation.

Business Ethics

IMALIS raises awareness among its employees about the dangers and risks associated with corruption and other commercial abuses. Business ethics is one of the company's fundamental values ​​and is embodied in everyone's adherence to good business practices within our organization.

Business activity adheres to the essential ethical principles applied by employees in their dealings with customers and suppliers: pursuing a responsible policy, respecting customers, respecting the rules of fair competition, demanding the best from our partners, avoiding any conflict of interest, protecting internal and confidential information and intellectual property, recording and retaining financial and non-financial information, and ensuring accountability (detailed below).

The dissemination of these principles of business ethics is part of an ongoing commitment to respecting customers, suppliers, and business partners.

Compliance with CSR Commitments

Compliance with the commitments made within the framework of the CSR policy requires, first and foremost, communication to all employees, relayed by line managers.

Principle 1 – Conducting a Responsible Policy

As a socially responsible company, IMALIS aims to conduct all of its activities in accordance with the strictest rules of business ethics, applicable laws and regulations, and the principles of "good corporate governance." This policy applies in particular to all employees in direct contact with the company's customers, suppliers, and service providers.

Principle 2 – Respecting Customers

IMALIS is committed to maintaining the trust and respect placed in it by its customers. IMALIS conducts its activities in a fair manner, respecting the rules of competition and providing high-quality products and services to its customers. IMALIS does not authorize, tolerate, or encourage, directly or through third parties, illegal or unethical behavior, such as corruption, bribery, or fraud.