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CIPS L5M6 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | CIPS |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Category Management |
| Exam Number: | L5M6 |
| Exam Format: | Scenario-based, Multiple-choice, Situational judgment |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Related Certifications: | CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply |
| Real Exam Qty: | 46 |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Computer-based examination (available at test centers globally) |
| Pre Condition: | CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply (required for entry to Level 5 Advanced Diploma) |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.cips.org/qualifications/advanced-diploma-in-procurement-supply/category-management |
CIPS L5M6 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Topic 1: Understand Approaches that Can Be Used to Develop Category Management Strategies | - Role of category management in enhancing sourcing efficiency - Differentiate between strategic and conventional sourcing - Align category management strategies with organizational goals - Achieving cost optimization through category management - Evaluate how approaches support long-term supplier relationships |
| Topic 2: Understand the Concepts, Tools, and Techniques Associated with Managing Expenditure | - Supplier performance evaluation and contract negotiation - Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models - Spend data analysis and segmentation by category - Portfolio Analysis matrices - Procurement Wheel framework - Identify, classify, and analyze different types of spend |
| Topic 3: Understand the Strategic Impact of a Category Management Process | - Data-driven decision-making in category management - Sourcing and contract negotiation - Managing direct and indirect organizational expenditure - Driving sustainable procurement outcomes - Performance management (post-award processes) - Use of market intelligence to shape sourcing strategies - Category analysis and demand management (pre-award processes) |
Getting Back on Track for the CIPS Category Management Exam
CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply (required for entry to Level 5 Advanced Diploma)
You can confirm the current eligibility requirements on the official L5M6 exam page before you register.
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The CIPS Category Management practice questions are organized around the official exam objectives. Key topics include:
- Understand the Concepts, Tools, and Techniques Associated with Managing Expenditure ()
- Understand Approaches that Can Be Used to Develop Category Management Strategies ()
- Understand the Strategic Impact of a Category Management Process ()
Studying topic by topic helps you find the weak areas that cost you points last time.
This package includes 92 practice questions for the CIPS Category Management exam, with verified answers reviewed by an experienced team of IT experts and certified professionals.
CIPS Category Management Sample Questions:
Callie is a Category Manager at a car parts manufacturer. She discovers through a SWOT analysis that many other customers are increasing short-term demand for raw materials. Which category does this fall under?
- A. Weaknesses
- B. Strengths
- C. Threats
- D. Opportunities
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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Peak Pricing is also known as which other type of pricing model?
- A. Dynamic pricing
- B. Limit pricing
- C. Price skimming
- D. Penetration pricing
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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Joe is a Category Manager at an automobile company. Which of the following would be the best way to decide on categories in this industry?
- A. By part
- B. By spend
- C. By supplier
- D. Alphabetically
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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The sale of ice-cream, bikinis and sunglasses usually follows which demand pattern?
- A. Growth
- B. Cyclical
- C. Decline
- D. Stable
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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Which of the following are key components to the success of a CFT (cross-functional team)? Select TWO.
- A. All members have technical expertise in the area
- B. The team has endorsement from company leadership
- C. Members from at least 4 different functions are brought together
- D. The CFT has an articulated purpose
Correct Answer: B,D 🗳️
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