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A company relies heavily on a seasonal raw material, and price fluctuations are a concern due to the dependence on the success of the crop.
Which factor primarily influences cost planning in this situation?

  1. Rapid economic growth in China
  2. Currency exchange rates
  3. Seasonal demand
  4. Speculation in core commodities

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Seasonal demand affects cost planning due to fluctuations in raw material availability and pricing based on seasonal cycles. [P-22]



A procurement professional is tasked with optimizing the global pipeline for a multinational organization. They want to eliminate non-value-adding processes and improve efficiency.
What technique should they consider using?

  1. Increasing the number of supply partners
  2. Value stream mapping
  3. Implementing cloud-based technologies
  4. Conducting physical visits to suppliers

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

Value stream mapping helps identify and eliminate non-value-adding processes, optimizing the global supply chain pipeline. [P-58]



ABC company operates in the global supply chain and wants to manage price and currency fluctuations effectively.
Which surcharge could help them account for difficulties in navigating poor infrastructure, backlogs, and delays in transportation?

  1. Peak season surcharge
  2. Bunker adjustment factor
  3. War risk surcharge
  4. Currency adjustment factor

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

Peak season surcharge accounts for transportation challenges such as backlogs, delays, and infrastructure limitations during high-demand periods. [P-22]



What actions should a procurement professional take to protect the supply chain from transportation and/or pipeline breakdowns? (Select all that apply)

  1. Increasing inventory
  2. Information sharing with supply partners
  3. Ignore the economic impact
  4. Introduction of EDI
  5. Collaborative planning with supply partners

Answer(s): B,D,E

Explanation:

EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) improves communication and reduces delays. Collaborative planning ensures proactive risk management. Information sharing enhances visibility and coordination across the supply chain. Increasing inventory and ignoring economic impact are not recommended solutions. [P-73]






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