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L4M6 CIPS Supplier Relationships Free Practice Exam Questions (2025 Updated)

Prepare effectively for your CIPS L4M6 Supplier Relationships certification with our extensive collection of free, high-quality practice questions. Each question is designed to mirror the actual exam format and objectives, complete with comprehensive answers and detailed explanations. Our materials are regularly updated for 2025, ensuring you have the most current resources to build confidence and succeed on your first attempt.

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Which of the following are typical drivers for a partnership between the buyer and the supplier? Select the THREE that apply.

A.

The buyer has a high spend with the supplier

B.

There are many suppliers in the market

C.

The product is critical for the buyer

D.

The product is a commodity

E.

The product is technically complex

F.

The supplier provides the product to a buyer’s competitor

Francisco has entered a partnership with Pedro, who is a key supplier, and wants to ensure that the partnership achieves all of Francisco’s goals. As well as qualitative and quantitative KPIs, what other measures could Francisco take to ensure the partnership is a success?

A.

Do frequent appraisals on the supplier

B.

Conduct regular audits

C.

Ensure there is a damages clause in the contract

D.

Threaten the supplier with termination if he underperforms

Polly Manufacturing is a company which manufactures bicycle parts. It has several factories around the country and is one of the leading suppliers of wheels, bells and pedals. Which of the following is Polly Manufacturing likely to outsource? Select TWO options.

A.

Manufacturing of all bicycle parts

B.

Manufacturing of bells only

C.

Facilities Management

D.

Cleaning

Agile Cars Ltd is creating a ‘lean’ business model which involves receiving deliveries of components only when they are required. Which of the following ‘wastes’ is being removed from the business?

A.

Transportation

B.

Defects

C.

Over-production

D.

Inventory

Which of the following relationship types require the most investment from the buyer?

A.

partnership

B.

strategic alliance

C.

single source

D.

adversarial

The procurement department is sourcing new uniforms for its housekeeping team. Although the housekeeping team in itself doesn’t hold a lot of power within the business, they have a high interest in the activity as it will be them who is wearing the items. When designing the specification, how should the procurement department manage the housekeeping team?

A.

Keep them satisfied- they will be wearing the uniform so need to be happy with it

B.

Manage them closely- they’re key players in this procurement activity

C.

Keep them informed- it’s important the housekeeping team know what’s going on at each stage of the procurement

D.

Minimal effort is required as they do not hold a lot of power in the business.

A low level of trust between parties can often lead to partnership relationships being unsuccessful and failing. Which of the following supports the protection of commercially sensitive information between both parties and can help to retain trust?

A.

A non-disclosure agreement

B.

An authorised business case

C.

Early supplier involvement

D.

A business continuity plan

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