CIPS Introducing Procurement and Supply (L2M1) Practice Test

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• Who is considered a consumer?
• Which component is not typically considered in total cost of ownership analysis?
• What is the primary benefit of a fixed-price contract for the buyer?
• Which of the following is not one of the 5S principles used for efficiency?
• What is the main focus of a Service Level Agreement (SLA)?
• What is the main focus of 'exception expediting'?
• Effectiveness in procurement focuses on?
• What does the secondary sector focus on?
• What are the four stages of team development?
• Which of the following is included in the 8 components of TCO?
• Which of the following is a challenge of sourcing overseas?
• Which of the following best describes a cost-plus contract?
• Which of the following is one of the types of waste that should be removed to improve efficiency?
• What is a vision statement meant to describe?
• How is variance calculated in financial management?
• Which factor is most essential to consider when assessing supplier reputation?
• In a centralized procurement system, where is the majority of procurement conducted?
• What does the element of exchange within an agreement refer to?
• Why might a buyer use a blanket order instead of a spot order?
• Which responsibility of procurement focuses on achieving good value for money?
• Which responsibility does NOT belong to the procurement function?
• What does the term 'profit' refer to in a business context?
• What is a key reason for using tendering in procurement?
• What type of order is referred to as a spot order?
• Which quadrant of the outsourcing matrix involves maintaining control within the organization?
• What is indicated by a pro forma invoice?
• Which component is NOT typically checked in an order acknowledgement?
• What distinguishes a tier two supplier from a tier one supplier?
• What is the purpose of a routine status check in procurement?
• What is one of the main opportunities that come from developing the buyer-supplier relationship?
• What does a requisition document convey?
• In which situations is tendering more commonly used?
• Which of the following is NOT a legal requirement for an agreement to be valid?
• Which term describes suppliers that are critical to an organization and responsible for core products?
• What does a conformance specification detail?
• What is the purpose of an Invitation to Tender (ITT)?
• Why is monitoring supplier performance important in contracts?
• What is typically included in service levels described by a Service Level Agreement?
• What is one main purpose of maintenance costs in procurement?
• Which stage in the tender process involves assessing supplier responses?
• What characterizes open tendering?
• What is the primary responsibility of a Chief Executive Officer (CEO)?
• Which of the following is NOT a possible issue in a supply chain?
• Which of the following is a key purpose of corporate governance?
• What concept does 'corporate governance' relate to in an organization?
• Which role emphasizes the importance of maintaining strong relationships with suppliers?
• What is a characteristic of a framework agreement?
• In the procurement context, what does “distribution” primarily focus on?
• What role does a Supplier Relationship Manager (SRM) play in an organization?
• Which term encompasses the processes of acquiring goods and services, including payment of invoices?
• What is a key component that should be included in product specifications?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the pre-award procurement processes?
• What does total cost of acquisition (TCA) encompass?
• In procurement, what does an order acknowledgement typically confirm?
• What should NOT be a focus when exploring opportunities in sourcing?
• Which of the following is NOT a type of expediting?
• What does an invitation to treat signify in negotiations?
• What does buying refer to in the procurement context?
• What does an RFQ stand for?
• What action does the buyer take during exception expediting?
• What type of expenditure does CAPEX refer to?
• Which term describes a process with high contribution to operational performance but low strategic importance?
• Which stage is NOT part of the key tendering process?
• Which responsibility ensures that supplier relationships are managed effectively?
• What is the primary goal of supply management in businesses?
• Which activities are involved in materials management?
• What term describes a situation where a supply chain might be disrupted due to unexpected events, such as natural disasters?
• What can be a result of effective procurement management?
• What is the primary goal of the evaluation stage in the tender process?
• What is the purpose of a price adjustment agreement?
• What defines a flat structure in an organization?
• In a cost-reimbursable contract, what does the buyer do?
• Efficiency in procurement relates to which of the following?
• Which procurement type encompasses capital and revenue purchases?
• What does a buyer do in the preparation stage of the tender process?
• What is one way to achieve cost savings in procurement?
• What is the purpose of distribution in the supply chain?
• What refers to contractual terms that are explicitly agreed and written into a contract?
• What is a rebate in procurement?
• What is the main goal of removing waste in procurement and supply?
• What is the main feature of restricted tendering?
• What is the last step in the post-award procurement processes?
• Which of the following is NOT one of Ray Carter's 10 Cs?
• Which of the following is a critical component of supplier evaluation?
• What does inventory refer to in procurement?
• What does sustainability in business primarily focus on?
• What does Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) primarily focus on?
• Which type of waste involves excess production of goods or services?
• What is one role of a Supplier Relationship Manager (SRM)?
• Which term describes a formalized process with specific documents to engage suppliers for projects?
• Which type of procurement involves services or goods that are not directly involved in producing a company's goods?
• Which of the following best describes the responsibility of a Chief Procurement Officer (CPO)?
• What should be done with processes that neither have high strategic value nor contribute to operational performance?
• What does SRM stand for within the context of procurement?
• What type of document is primarily used to specify the types and quantities of goods requested?
• What does 'insourcing' refer to in procurement?
• What is the purpose of outsourcing in procurement?
• What distinguishes a customer from a consumer?
• In which area would a Supplier Relationship Manager primarily operate?
• How long do framework agreements usually last?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the five rights of procurement and supply?
• In which sector would you categorize manufacturing and assembly activities?
• Which process is characterized by high strategic importance and high contribution to operational performance?
• Which type of suppliers tend to have low-value items but are associated with a lot of work?
• What are the two main components of an agreement?
• What does the term "Administration" refer to in the procurement context?
• What does Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) aim to achieve?
• What does logistics in procurement refer to?
• What is the primary purpose of a mission statement?
• What are the 3Es in procurement and supply considered to measure?
• What is an expeditor responsible for?
• What does a routing status check typically involve?
• Who are considered internal stakeholders in a business?
• What is the role of devolved buying in an organization?
• What characterizes leverage suppliers?
• Which quadrant represents a supplier that is strategically important and should be protected?
• Who is typically responsible for procurement and supply in an organization?
• Which sector of the economy is primarily concerned with acquiring raw materials?
• What does efficiency in a procurement context refer to?
• In supplier management, what quadrant would you place a supplier who provides minimal value but is still necessary?
• What does the term 'repeat orders' refer to in procurement?
• Which of the following best defines a 'repeat order'?
• What is included in a specification?
• What is the relationship between a tier one supplier and a tier two supplier?
• What does the term "supply" refer to in procurement?
• What are the six aspects that supply chain management (SCM) assesses?
• Which procurement type relates to spending on goods or services necessary for daily operations?
• What does lead procurement primarily involve?
• What are Ray Carter's 10 Cs primarily used for?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the six different types of procurement?
• What is the primary focus of direct procurement?
• What is 'Value Engineering' aimed at achieving?
• What is the definition of a blanket order?
• What does the term 'corporate governance' primarily emphasize?
• Which type of suppliers holds a monopoly in the marketplace and has little or no alternatives?
• What role do buyers play in contract management?
• Which of the following must be monitored in contracts?
• What must all parties have for their agreement to be enforceable by civil law?
• What aspect does 'Value Analysis' specifically target?
• What does the 'Exploit' quadrant signify in supplier classification?
• What is the value of everything an organization owns referred to as?
• How do transport costs affect procurement decisions?
• What type of supplier is referred to as a tier one supplier?
• Which of the following shows a direct relationship to procurement activities?
• In an advanced status check, what is typically provided to the buyer for critical purchase parts?
• Which of the following could be a result of poor management of budgets?
• Which aspect of procurement is focused on establishing the responsibilities for purchasing?
• What aspect of procurement does materials management particularly emphasize?
• What is one aspect of routine suppliers?
• In the outsourcing matrix, what does the 'eliminate' quadrant signify?
• Which organizational structure is characterized by many levels of management?
• What does a make-or-buy decision involve?
• What is an essential characteristic of a good supplier?
• Who is known for creating team roles based on individual contributions?
• What is the main responsibility of materials management?
• Why is it important for an organization to identify its internal stakeholders?
• What is a key performance indicator (KPI)?
• What is one primary advantage of sourcing overseas?
• What challenge does logistics pose when sourcing products from overseas?
• What does 'capacity' refer to in a contractual agreement?
• Which of the following is NOT a factor when achieving value for money?
• Which quadrant is likely associated with suppliers that have potential for growth and development?
• What does the term 'sustain' refer to in the 5S methodology?
• Which responsibility involves monitoring expenditures and taking remedial actions as necessary?
• Which of the following is an essential component of a Service Level Agreement?
• Who is typically responsible for following up on a purchase order or contract?
• What characterizes a framework arrangement?
• What does TCO stand for in procurement?
• What is the definition of procurement?
• Which of the following best describes a supply chain?
• Which responsibility of procurement involves evaluating suppliers and making selections?
• Which of the following encompasses the challenges of sustainability in sourcing?
• Which factor is NOT relevant when evaluating suppliers?
• What is the purpose of advanced status checks?
• Which of the following is NOT a purpose of an order acknowledgement?
• What defines external stakeholders?
• What is a key characteristic of the 'Nuisance' quadrant?
• When is a cost-plus contract typically used?
• What is a performance specification?
• What process should be contracted to a supplier with a high level of trust?