Role of Purchasing in effective supply chains and Role of distribution in effective supply chains (discussion)

Module 3 Discussion

Role of Purchasing in effective supply chains

Purchasing is the management of the acquisition process. This includes deciding which suppliers to use, negotiating terms and conditions, etc. It must satisfy the firm’s long-term needs and support the firm’s capabilities to produce goods and services. Elaborate on the purchasing function as part of supply chain management and its importance.

Role of distribution in effective supply chains

Distribution is the management of the flow of material/products from manufacturers to customers. Please elaborate the distribution function as part of supply chain management and its importance.

Support your response with evidence from the readings or other resources. Provide APA Format citations and give the Credible sources of your information. (Please see attached Module 3 Reading Background material for additional sources )

Minimum 2 Page Double Space (1 page per each topic).

Write in your own words, No previously submitted work, No Plagiarism (will use Turnitin to check Plagiarism)