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CIPS L4M4 Exam Questions
- Topic 1: Understand options for sourcing requirements from suppliers: This section covers the sourcing process, approaches, options, and award criteria for obtaining requirements from suppliers. The sub-topics provide a foundation for strategic sourcing.
- Topic 2: Understand the key processes that can be applied to the analysis of potential external suppliers: This section examines analyzing market data, obtaining quotations/tenders, and assessing responses. The sub-topics focus on key processes for evaluating potential suppliers.
- Topic 3: Understand compliance issues when sourcing from suppliers: It explores legislative, regulatory, and organizational requirements for sourcing. It compares the use of audit and other mechanism of feedback.
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Note: Premium Questions for L4M4 were last updated On May. 13, 2026 (see below)
ABC Ltd works with supplier XYZ Ltd who uses a variety of subcontractors. ABC has recently learned of an ethical breach being committed by one of XYZ's subcontractors. What should ABC do?
ABC should do a 'root cause analysis' to find out where the issue has come about, and why. From there, once they know what the breach is and how serious it is, they can suggest corrective action.
They can't jump straight to terminating the contract or seeking damages as it's not the supplier itself but rather the subcontractor. Also that would be really hasty considering we don't know what the issue is and what the market conditions are like. That supplier may be the only one who can provide the product. We also don't know if the supplier knows about the issue themselves.
An organisation is keep to include Social Outcomes in it's assessment for Value for Money for a new tender. Which of the following should be considered?
Social value is about benefitting the local community / society. Therefore of those options listed, use of local labour is the most appropriate to consider.
Which of the following would be considered a strategic sourcing activity?
a factory ordering a new machine is the correct answer.
Strategic sourcing is for high value, high risk items. The other options given are tactical sourcing as they are low value (eggs, paper and plastic cups).
See p.3 for the differences between tactical and strategic sourcing
What is the best way to demonstrate that your organisation does not tolerate bribery and corruption?
The most effective way to demonstrate zero tolerance is by embedding a comprehensive anti-bribery framework: clear policies, mandatory staff and supplier training, reporting channels, and monitoring. Simply requesting suppliers' policies or avoiding known offenders is reactive, not proactive. Requiring suppliers to read policies without internal enforcement lacks substance. CIPS highlights that robust governance structures, supported by recognised frameworks such as the UK Bribery Act or FCPA, reinforce organisational credibility, protect reputation, and ensure compliance. This builds trust across supply chains and ensures ethical standards are maintained.
A company has a requirement for an item that has been identified as strategic on the positioning model. The company needs to invite competitive tenders and make sure the selected supplier of this item is in a good financial position. What should the company ask the suppliers to send to show that their current assets cover their current liabilities?
The acid test, also known as the quick ratio, measures a company's ability to cover its current liabilities with its most liquid assets, excluding inventory. It is a stringent indicator of short-term financial health. By requesting this ratio, the company can assess whether a potential supplier has sufficient liquidity to meet its obligations, which is crucial when procuring strategic items.
CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply, L4M4 Study Guide, Section 2.3: Financial Appraisal of Suppliers
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