Discuss CIPS L4M5 Exam Topic 12 Question 100

A supplier has offered international football tickets to the procurement manager while they are in the middle of a contract negotiation. What should the procurement manager do?

AAccept the offer of the tickets as this will enhance the relationship between both parties

BAccept the offer as this will not affect the relationship with the supplier

CReject the offer as this may be seen as a conflict of interest during the negotiation

DReject the offer as the procurement manager will have to repay the gesture

Suggested Answer: C

Accepting gifts during a negotiation can createconflict of interestconcerns and may violate ethical standards. Best practice requires rejecting such offers to maintain transparency and objectivity in decision-making.

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12 comments · newest first

Shawnda 2 months ago

But what about A? Building relationships is important too!

Paulina 3 months ago

I agree, C makes sense. It keeps things professional.

Brice 3 months ago

I think C is the best choice. Conflict of interest is serious.

Shaunna 3 months ago

A could backfire, better stick to C for sure.

Nakisha 3 months ago

Wait, are people really considering accepting tickets? That's wild!

Heike 3 months ago

C is the only right choice here. Integrity matters!

Raul 4 months ago

I don't think accepting the tickets is a big deal, B seems fine.

Golda 4 months ago

Definitely C! Gotta avoid any conflict of interest.

Lashandra 4 months ago

I thought accepting gifts was okay as long as it doesn't affect the relationship, but now I'm second-guessing myself. Maybe I should go with option C?

Keva 4 months ago

This reminds me of a practice question we had about maintaining integrity in procurement. I feel like rejecting the offer is the right move here.

Asuncion 4 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I think accepting the tickets could be seen as a conflict of interest, especially if it affects the negotiation outcome.

Maricela 4 months ago

I remember discussing how accepting gifts during negotiations can lead to ethical dilemmas, so I think rejecting the offer is the safest choice.

CIPS L4M5 Exam - Topic 12 Question 100 Discussion