MNP3701_ASSIGNMENT 2_SEMESTER 1_2024
QUESTION 2.1
Debate the critical role that cross-functional teams would play in the DC project.
[3]
Establishing a cross-functional sourcing team for Pepkor's new distribution centre (DC)
project is essential for ensuring the success and efficiency of the endeavor. By bringing
together individuals with diverse expertise from various departments such as procurement,
logistics, operations, finance, and IT, this approach ensures that all aspects of the DC project
are comprehensively considered (Pepkor Case Study, 2024).
QUESTION 2.2
Put forward and discuss at least three (3) team members who should be included in the cross-
functional sourcing team of this project. [Note: Do not simply name a team member, you should
provide a discussion on how a specific team member would contribute to this project.] [3]
Team Member 1: Procurement Specialist
A procurement specialist would play a crucial role in the cross-functional sourcing team for
Pepkor's new distribution centre project. They would be responsible for identifying and
selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that goods and services are procured
at the best possible value and quality (Jenkins, 2020).
Table 2: Suppliers financial health evaluation sheet
ACTIVITY
Supplier A has the highest inventory
turnover ratio of 3.5, indicating efficient
management of inventory and potentially
Inventory Supplier A better sales performance. Suppliers B and
3.5 1.5 2.5
turnover C have lower inventory turnover ratios,
suggesting slower sales or inventory
management issues.
1
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QUESTION 2.1
Debate the critical role that cross-functional teams would play in the DC project.
[3]
Establishing a cross-functional sourcing team for Pepkor's new distribution centre (DC)
project is essential for ensuring the success and efficiency of the endeavor. By bringing
together individuals with diverse expertise from various departments such as procurement,
logistics, operations, finance, and IT, this approach ensures that all aspects of the DC project
are comprehensively considered (Pepkor Case Study, 2024).
QUESTION 2.2
Put forward and discuss at least three (3) team members who should be included in the cross-
functional sourcing team of this project. [Note: Do not simply name a team member, you should
provide a discussion on how a specific team member would contribute to this project.] [3]
Team Member 1: Procurement Specialist
A procurement specialist would play a crucial role in the cross-functional sourcing team for
Pepkor's new distribution centre project. They would be responsible for identifying and
selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that goods and services are procured
at the best possible value and quality (Jenkins, 2020).
Table 2: Suppliers financial health evaluation sheet
ACTIVITY
Supplier A has the highest inventory
turnover ratio of 3.5, indicating efficient
management of inventory and potentially
Inventory Supplier A better sales performance. Suppliers B and
3.5 1.5 2.5
turnover C have lower inventory turnover ratios,
suggesting slower sales or inventory
management issues.
1
© 2024. All rights reserved by the University of South Africa (UNISA). Reproduction, scanning, copying, or duplication of this material, in
whole or in part, is prohibited without prior written permission from UNISA. This material may not be posted on publicly accessible websites,
or social media platforms or shared on paid-for websites, in whole or in part, without authorisation from the UNISA.
