APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) — Question 315

What type of supplier is most appropriate for commodities that may create bottlenecks?

Answer options

• A. Transactional supplier
• B. Category-preferred supplier
• C. Strategic supplier
• D. Routine supplier

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, Strategic supplier, because they are essential for ensuring the availability of critical commodities that can impact operations. Transactional suppliers (A) focus on single transactions rather than long-term relationships, Category-preferred suppliers (B) are selected based on predefined criteria but may not address bottleneck issues, and Routine suppliers (D) deal with non-critical items that don't typically cause supply chain disruptions.