Green supply chain management practices and organizational performance in an emerging market

Purpose The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between seven green supply chain management (GSCM) practices and their impact on three types of organizational performance in Bahrain’s food and beverage (F&B) producers: operational, environmental and economic. This significant study sheds light on a relatively unexplored area in an emerging Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) market. Design/methodology/approach The methodology was cross-sectional and deductive, using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). Using a convenience sample technique, 69 responses, representing a response rate of 61.6%, were gathered from 149 Bahraini F&B managers. Findings There was a positive link between all five of the used organizational performance indicators and the GSCM practices of green purchasing, customer cooperation, investment recovery, green packaging and reverse logistics. Seven out of the 21 hypotheses were found statistically significant. The results suggest that Bahraini enterprises are only beginning to apply GSCM at this level. Consequently, managers must work harder to implement GSCM concepts effectively. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study is a pioneering effort, being the first to investigate GSCM practices among F&B manufacturers in Bahrain. It is also one of the first to use the PLS-SEM for data analysis on this topic. The results contribute to the existing body of knowledge and provide a significant learning opportunity for F&B managers. By applying the insights from this study, managers can enhance their products, profitability and competitive edge in Bahrain, promoting eco-friendly practices in the F&B industry.