Implementation of just-in-time (Lean) purchasing assists the purchasing function in its major objective(s) of ___________________________.
A) improving quality of incoming materials and supplier delivery performance
B) along with reducing lead times and cost of materials
C) improving supplier relationships and reducing waste
D) "A" and "B" only
E) "A" and "C" only

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Just-in-time (Lean) purchasing helps the purchasing function in achieving its major objectives of improving the quality of incoming materials and supplier delivery performance as well as reducing lead times and the cost of materials. Therefore, options A and B are correct. However, there is no evidence that implementing just-in-time purchasing would necessarily improve supplier relationships or reduce waste, so option C is incorrect. Ultimately, option D is the best choice as it accurately reflects the two significant objectives addressed by the implementation of just-in-time purchasing.

Implementation of Just-In-Time (Lean) Purchasing Assists the Purchasing Function in Its