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A low-cost fashion retailer based in Europe is looking at adding value in their procurement activities. The retailer buys clothing for resale with a very small profit margin applied, relying on volume sales to make a profit.
Which of the following added-value approaches will be the most critical for the procurement team of the retailer to focus on with their supply chain?

  1. Improving timescales
  2. Quality enhancement
  3. Reduction of inventory
  4. Price management

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

Price management is crucial for low-cost retailers to maintain profitability. This includes negotiating better pricing, managing costs effectively, and ensuring competitive pricing for volume sales.



Construct Builders Ltd works very closely with a supplier called Solid Timber Co on house-building projects. They have a very close working relationship, sharing investment, setting pricing levels, and looking at sharing resources. The two companies also work closely together to set strategic directions and explore new markets for long-term growth. There is no formal contract in place between the two companies. Using the relationship spectrum, what relationship does this scenario best describe?

  1. Constructive
  2. Transactional
  3. Co-operative
  4. Partnership

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

The relationship reflects a partnership due to the strategic alignment, resource sharing, and focus on long-term growth, even without a formal contract. CIPS highlights that partnerships are based on trust and collaboration.



How would a buyer measure value for money from a relationship with a new supplier for goods?

  1. Audit of how suppliers promise
  2. Lowest possible cost
  3. Balance of quality and cost
  4. Quality and volume of goods

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Value for money is achieved through a balance of quality and cost, ensuring that the goods meet performance requirements while being cost-effective, as per procurement best practices.



The executive board of a manufacturing company is requesting support from the procurement team because the company needs to improve its levels of profitability. After segmenting the overall spend by value and risk of supply, the senior buyer for the company is planning to undertake a cost modeling activity. This will be undertaken with a cross-organizational team of internal stakeholders and key strategic suppliers.
What would be the buyer's initial objective from the cost modeling activity?

  1. To understand the supplier's competitive threats
  2. To understand the supplier's financial status
  3. To understand the supplier's pricing strategy
  4. To understand the supplier's investment plans

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Cost modeling helps in understanding supplier pricing strategies, identifying cost drivers, and opportunities for negotiation or cost reduction, which supports profitability improvements.






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