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Through cycle counting, a supply manager learns that inventory inaccuracies are being caused by errors made when received goods are entered into the company's enterprise business system. Which of the following is the FIRST course of action the supply manager should take to reduce these inaccuracies?

• A.Review the warehouse personnel training materials to determine if there are any deficiencies, and develop a plan for making the necessary corrections
• B.Form a process improvement team using quality management techniques to determine the cause of the errors and make recommendations for their elimination
• C.Determine how the KPIs for receiving accuracy are being measured, and if there is a disconnect between the KPIs and the cycle count data
• D.Implement verification steps as data are entered into the system, and review available data to determine the scope and depth of the issue

A vice president (VP) of supply management receives numerous complaints regarding the length of time it takes to receive products after they have been ordered. This has resulted in the company losing business due to late customer deliveries. Which of the following is the FIRST step the VP should take in order to address this issue?

• A.Meet with the company's 3PL provider to determine why they are taking so long to deliver product
• B.Apply Winter's Model in order to improve forecast demand for the company's products
• C.Create a value stream map to identify bottlenecks in the order-to-delivery process
• D.Meet with engineering to discuss how the product is made in order to identify areas for improvement

A manufacturer is working to standardize high-volume, low-cost hardware components used in its assembly process. The manufacturer wants to transfer some of the risks associated with inventory carrying costs, warehousing costs, and re-stocking costs to the supplier. Which of the following will be MOST useful in accomplishing this goal?

• A.Safety stock
• B.Vendor-managed inventory
• C.Kanban
• D.Reorder-point system

A supply manager is seeking to align the procurement function with the organization's business strategy and growth potential. Which of the following is the BEST initial course of action to take in this instance7

• A.Review current procurement activities and assess if they are strategic or tactical and how they contribute value
• B.Consult with accounting to obtain information on the financial relationships with each current supplier
• C.Schedule a meeting with each functional area to learn about their procurement requirements
• D.Develop a recommendation on procurement activities and the necessary interactions with external stakeholders

Which of the following buying strategies refers to planning inbound material purchases and flows without the need for significant inventory levels7

• A.Forward buying
• B.Hedging
• C.Spot buying
• D.Buying to requirements