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CIPS L4M6 Exam Questions
- Topic 1: Understand the dynamics of relationships in supply chains: This section of the exam measures the skills of Supply Chain Managers and Procurement Specialists. It covers the different types of commercial relationships in supply chains, including internal and external relationships, the relationship spectrum, and the lifecycle. A key skill measured is the ability to differentiate between various commercial relationships. The section also explores portfolio analysis techniques to assess relationships, using matrices to identify supply, supplier, and purchaser positioning. Candidates are expected to understand competitive forces impacting supply chain relationships, including sources of competitive rivalry and STEEPLED factors.
- Topic 2: Understand processes and procedures for working successfully with stakeholders: This section targets Stakeholder Relationship Managers and focuses on organizational procedures for sourcing goods and services. It covers supplier identification, assessment, and selection processes to secure successful relationships. A critical skill measured is analyzing the purpose of organizational procedures in sourcing. The section also compares team management techniques for positive stakeholder relationships, including conflict resolution and working with cross-organizational teams.
- Topic 3: Understand the concept of partnering: This section evaluates the skills of Partnership Managers and covers the concept of partnering in supply chains. It analyzes when to use partnering, comparing it with traditional contracting agreements. A key skill assessed is appraising the process of partnership implementation. The section explores types of partnering, drivers, advantages, and suitable circumstances for this approach.
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Note: Premium Questions for L4M6 were last updated On Mar. 15, 2025 (see below)
In the public sector, there are many sources of information that a buyer can use to identify a suitable supplier. Which of the following could be used? Select THREE
The correct answers are; tradeshows, internal stakeholders' knowledge and e-procurement platforms. Intranet is incorrect as this is an internal system so you wouldn't find information on external suppliers on here the careful not to confuse intranet with internet). OJEU is also incorrect; this is the platform on which tender opportunities in the public sector are published- its not a list of suppliers.
A 'synergy' within a partnership can lead to what?
The correct answer is 'greater creativity'. A synergy is the concept that the value and performance of two companies combined will be greater than the sum of the separate individual parts. P.160
A company has just hired a new cleaning firm to clean their offices. The specification for the clean was detailed in an appendix in the contract and included a list of pre-approved products that the cleaning firm should use. The cleaners that were sent to site had not read the contract and therefore did not use the appropriate products. What is the reason for the failure of this?
This is an example of poor-communication. The information was not passed from the person who signed the contract to the staff on site who were to do the cleaning. See p.158 on communication issues.
Kirsty is designing a specification for a new contract and wants to include some qualitive KPIs for the new supplier, as well as quantitative. Which of the following could she include? Select TWO.
The correct answers are information sharing and trust. Further qualitative KPIs are listed on p.102. Deliveries in full and on time would be a quantitative KPI and early supplier involvement is not a KPI at all.
A company has just hired a new cleaning firm to clean their offices. The specification for the clean was detailed in an appendix in the contract and included a list of pre-approved products that the cleaning firm should use. The cleaners that were sent to site had not read the contract and therefore did not use the appropriate products. What is the reason for the failure of this?
This is an example of poor-communication. The information was not passed from the person who signed the contract to the staff on site who were to do the cleaning. See p.158 on communication issues.
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