THE EFFECTIVENESS OF SUPPLIER SELECTION CRITERIA ON INTERNATIONAL PROCUREMENT

Abstract

This dissertation focuses on how the selection criteria of a supplier influences the effectiveness of international procurement processes and will address how well set criteria influence the outcomes of procurement across various global markets. The research study is divided into five broad chapters that analyze a critical aspect of the supplier selection process and its implications for international procurement. The study explores how much the criteria of supplier selection have gained effectiveness in international procurement processes through a detailed analysis across five major chapters. Chapter 1 outlines the framework of the research at first, depicting the importance of correct supplier selection in a global scenario and extending to explain the objectives and significance of the study. Chapter 2 is the thorough literature review where prior studies concerning different criteria of supplier selection cost, quality, delivery performance and risk management are combined to outline their relevance in relation to international procurement. Chapter 3 presents the research methodology, the design of the case study, the development of quantitative models and data collection and analysis criteria. Chapter 4 then presents the empirical findings on how the various selection criteria at Century Bottling Company influence supplier performance and overall procurement effectiveness through detailed cash studies and statistical analysis. Finally, chapter 5 synthesizes the findings into actionable insights and recommendations that will enhance supplier selection practices in international procurement at Century Bottling Company for efficient supply chains and strategic alignment. The contribution of this research is valuable knowledge for enterprises desirous of realizing optimum global procurement strategy for competitive advantages in a complex international marketplace